1954 Willys M170

Jeep

Hurricane 4 Cylinder

Manual

126899

Clear

Gasoline

A total of 4,155 M170 Frontline Ambulances were designed and produced by Kaiser Jeep of Toledo Ohio from the mid-1950's to the early 1960's. In essence, the M170 was a stretched M38A1 with an additional 20 inches added to the wheelbase for a total of 101". These vehicles (M170) were the predecessor of the CJ6 civilian model by approximately two years with production beginning in October 1953 for the M170 and August 1955 for the CJ6. The vehicle required a crew of 2 to operate the vehicle. One was delegated driving duties while the other attended to the injured soldiers. The vehicles capacity was 6 sitting passengers or 3 on litters. A larger fuel tank (20 gal) was installed to increase distance (300 miles) available between the front line and medical facilities. The spare tire was secured in a special wheel well on the right, interior side of the vehicle. 3 Stretchers are included, plus full size spare tire mounted inside the vehicle, On Dec-28-13 at 21:16:18 PST, seller added the following information: M170 Jeep Ambulance and Radio Truck (G-758) The M-170 Truck, Ambulance: Front Line, 1/4-Ton, 4x4 was a variant of the M-38A1 military jeep, with its body lengthened by twenty inches, heavier suspension, and provisions for three patients on litters. The spare tire and jerry can of the M-170 were mounted in the body tub next to the passenger seat. Other differences from the M-38A1 included interior lighting, fender well storage compartments, crash pads, and a tailgate. The same M-170 vehicle was also outfitted as a radio truck and a few for other purposes. A total of 4,155 of the M-170 model were produced from 1953 to 1963. Wheelbase 101 inches Length 155 inches Width 60.5 inches Height 80 inches Gross Weight 3,763 lbs Net Weight 2,963 lbs Engine Willys MD, 4 cyl 134 cid 68 hp Transmission 3 spd synchromesh Transfer case 2 spd Tires 7.00 x 16 Max road speed 55 mph Fuel capacity 13 to 20 gal Range 300 miOn Dec-31-13 at 07:33:07 PST, seller added the following information: Willys ( Kaiser Willys ) M170 Jeep Frontline Field Ambulance Original Serial # 11964 This truck is a virtually an all original truck with very little missing. The Hurricane 4 cylinder engine and 3 speed manual transmission have 24,090 original miles. It is still wired for the original 24 volt electrical system. The truck has been well maintained and stored in a climate controlled garage. There is no rust on the body or frame. There are no significant leaks on the underside. The canvas is in great condition and the first aid cross on the canvas is bright, not faded. Overall, it appears this truck was "over" maintained by the military. Recently the truck has received:+ (5) new 7 x 15 NDT military tires. The fifth is mounted inside the cab on the passenger side.+ New Fuel filter+ Original Style waterproof sealed spark plugs+ Original Style waterproof sealed wires (sealed at Distributor Cap and and the Spark Plugs)+ New Carter YS Carb (remanufactured)+ New Fuel line+ New Battery Cables + New Ground wires+ 2 New Batteries ( 24 Volt )+ New olive drab canvas seat covers This truck comes with:+ 3 Stretchers+ 1 Gas Mask+ 2 IV Hangers+ 1 Tool/Ammo Box+ 2 exterior antennas+ 1 non-firing 30 caliber machine gun - passenger side mounted+ 1 brass fire extinguisher - dash mounted+ 1 hand axe - interior mounted passenger side.+ Reel mounted overhead medics light (needs bulb and or new connection) Like any 50 yo old truck it puffs smoke at startup. But it runs well. The transmission shifts clean. Lots of low end torque. This vehicle has been used almost exclusively in parades and at Veterans ceremonies over the past decade or more. The interior has new canvas seat covers. The floor paint and hand grabs may show signs of use from carrying passengers and stretchers etc… Regularly serviced areas may also show signs of use such as the battery covers, lug nuts, machine gun mount, hood lock downs etc… 1 Radio antenna has a large 4 x 6 American flag mounted to it. IF you have ANY questions about the condition of the truck pleased contact us PRIOR to bidding. If you have no EBAY history please contact us prior to bidding. Terms are cash or Bank Wire transfer from a nationally known bank or a bank or credit union that we approve in ADVANCE.