M211 Truck, Cargo, 2½ Ton, 6×6
The M211 was a prototype put forward by GMC as a vehicle to replace worn out WWII era 2½ ton trucks. GMC sought to provide a modern truck that was durable and equipped with modern technology such as a new eight speed Hydra-matic (automatic) transmission, a rarity in military vehicles. It was built on the M207 chassis, which was the basis for a family of vehicles in the 2½ ton wight class.
The production model M211 saw extensive service in the Korean War. Its automatic transmission was found to be troublesome and maintenance intensive. Production of the M207 family of vehicles lasted less than five years before being stopped in favor of the Reo M44 2½ ton family of vehicles, which had interchangeable parts with the 5 ton M39. The M211 was then relegated to National Guard and Reserve units where it served into the 1970s. This vehicle was donated to the Museum in 1968, but its prior ownership is unknown.
Erected by US Army Transportation Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Roads & Vehicles • War, Cold • War, Korean. A significant historical year for this entry is 1968.
Location. 37° 9.906′ N, 76° 34.521′ W. Marker is in Newport News, Virginia. It is in Fort Eustis. Marker can be reached
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. M35A2, Truck, Cargo, 2½ Ton, 6×6 (here, next to this marker); Ground Operations in the Transportation Corps (here, next to this marker); XM-147, 'Super DUKW' (here, next to this marker); XM1078, Truck, Cargo, 2½ Ton, 4×4 (here, next to this marker); GPW, Truck, Utility, ¼ Ton, 4×4 (Jeep) (a few steps from this marker); M38, Truck, Utility, ¼ Ton, 4×4 (a few steps from this marker); M816 Wrecker, Truck, 5 Ton, 6×6 (a few steps from this marker); M41, Truck, Cargo, 5 Ton, 6×6 (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newport News.
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