Ford CMP 15cwt 4×4 GS

Ford CMP 15cwt 4×4 GS
Country	UK
Type	Light truck

Photo gallery of a Ford CMP 15cwt 4×4 GS, The 15 cwt class of vehicle was the most common of the lighter trucks, coming into British service in the early 1930s.

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General Characteristics and Role

The Ford CMP (Canadian Military Pattern) 15 cwt (hundredweight) 4×4 GS truck was a key component of the Commonwealth’s logistics during World War II. The CMP family of trucks was a standardized design produced in Canada by Ford and General Motors of Canada, built to British military specifications. They were distinctive for their snub-nosed, cab-over-engine design, which helped meet British requirements for compact vehicles suitable for shipping. The 15 cwt (approximately 750 kg) 4×4 General Service variant was a versatile light truck used primarily for transporting troops, ammunition, supplies, and towing small artillery pieces. Its all-wheel-drive capability made it invaluable for navigating the harsh terrains encountered in North Africa, Italy, and Northwest Europe.

Property	Typical Value (Ford F15A)
Type	Light Military Cargo Truck / Troop Carrier
National Origin	Canada (Built to British Pattern)
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company of Canada
Entered Service	1940
Crew/Capacity	1 (Driver) + up to 8 personnel or cargo
Payload Capacity	15 cwt (Approx. 750 kg or 0.75 tons)
Production Total	Tens of thousands of 15 cwt models were built

Powerplant and Mobility

Engine: 1 x Ford G28T flathead V8 gasoline engine.
Engine Power: Approx. 85 hp (63 kW).
Drivetrain: All-wheel drive (4×4), providing excellent traction and off-road performance.
Maximum Road Speed: Approx. 80 km/h (50 mph).
Steering Wheel Placement: Most CMP trucks featured a right-hand drive configuration, regardless of the ultimate destination, to align with British and Commonwealth standardization.
Cab Design: Employed several cab variations (Cab No. 11, 12, and 13), with the later Cab No. 13 being the most common. The distinctive short, rounded hood and vertical grille were characteristic of the design.
Brakes: Hydraulic brakes.

Service History and Legacy

War Service: The CMP trucks were utilized by nearly all Allied forces, including Canadian, British, Australian, New Zealand, Indian, South African, and later, Soviet forces via the Lend-Lease program.
The “Kitchener Truck”: Due to the massive scale of Canadian production, the CMP truck family (including all tonnages) became unofficially known as the “Kitchener truck” in some regions.
Reliability: The Ford V8 engine was generally reliable and provided a decent power-to-weight ratio for the truck’s operational roles.
Versatility: The 15 cwt chassis was also converted into specialized vehicles such as field workshops, wireless vans, and anti-tank gun tractors.
Post-War Life: After the war, thousands of surplus CMP trucks were sold worldwide, continuing to serve as agricultural and commercial vehicles in countries like Greece, Egypt, and Portugal for decades.