Dodge WC51 | |
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| Pays | USA |
| Type | Light truck |
The range of Dodge WC est une série de camions militaires légers produite par la société Dodge durant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Cette gamme comprenait des weapon carriers (littéralement transporteurs d’armes), des camions d’installation téléphonique, des ambulances, des véhicules de reconnaissance, des ateliers mobiles et des voitures de commandement. Ils furent remplacés après la guerre par la série M fabriquée par cette même société. Le sigle WC est un code du fabricant signifiant : W pour l’année 1941 et C pour la gamme des half-ton. Le code C fut également retenu pour les gammes Dodge 6×6 ¾ ton et 1 ½ ton.
Source: Dodge WC51 on Wikipedia
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The Dodge WC51 was one of the most prolific and indispensable light military trucks used by the U.S. Army and Allies during World War II. It was the standard Ⅵ ton, 4×4 light truck, serving as a rugged, all-purpose utility vehicle.
The “WC” in its designation stood for a Dodge model code (W for 1941, C for ½-ton rating, though the name was retained for the later ¾-ton and 1½-ton 6×6 models), but it became popularly known as the “Weapons Carrier” due to its primary role.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Role | Cargo, Troop Transport, and Light Gun Tractor (General Utility) |
| Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Production | 1942–1945 (Over 123,541 WC51s built) |
| Payload Capacity | ¾ ton (Approx. 800 kg / 1,800 lbs) |
| Engine | Dodge T-214 6-cylinder, side-valve gasoline (3.8 L) |
| Horsepower | 92 hp |
| Max Speed | Approx. 53 mph (85 km/h) |
| Drivetrain | 4×4, full-time four-wheel drive capability |
| Armament | None standard, but an optional M24A1 machine gun mount could be fitted in the rear cargo bed for a .30 or .50 cal machine gun. |
Role and Variants
The WC51 was the base model Weapons Carrier without a front-mounted winch. Its twin, the WC52, was identical but featured a front winch and a slightly longer frame.
These trucks were the “beast of burden” for US and Allied forces, known for their robustness and excellent off-road performance thanks to their 4×4 drivetrain. They performed a wide range of duties, including:
- Infantry Transport: Moving an infantry squad and their gear.
- Cargo Haulage: Transporting ammunition, supplies, and equipment.
- Artillery Prime Mover: Towing light artillery pieces and anti-tank guns (such as the 57 mm M1 anti-tank gun).
The WC series formed a large family of vehicles based on the same chassis, with other notable variants including:
- WC54: Ambulance
- WC56/WC57: Command Reconnaissance Car
- WC53: Carryall (an enclosed station wagon-style vehicle)
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