WILLYS JEEP

The most iconic light transport vehicle of World War II, the Willys jeep was versatile, manoeuvrable and fast over uneven terrain

The first and most distinctive jeep ever built, the Willys jeep was designed in 1940 as part of a competition to provide the US Army with a new light transport vehicle for the impending World War II. It dictated light transport vehicle design for decades to come, only being phased out in the late-Seventies. Light, adaptable and highly manoeuvrable, the Willys jeep in its various forms (MA, MB and post-war M38/M606) allowed allied forces to transport troops, munitions and injured soldiers to and from the front line quickly and efficiently. Central to its effectiveness was its L134 2.2-litre engine, capable of producing 60hp at 4,000rpm. This granted the lightweight Willys (1,040kg) a top speed of 45mph and earned the engine the nickname of ‘Go Devil’ by allied troops. The engine…

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History of War Book of Combat Machines (Digital) - 1 Issue, History of War Book of Combat Machines 2016

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