1941 White Scout Car

Description

The M3A1 Scout Car was produced by the White Motor Company for use by the US Military in both the Pacific and European theaters during World War II. Starting with the M3 light armored truck, the M3A1 had the chassis lengthened to improve off-road capabilities. These trucks served roles traditionally fulfilled by calvary units, including scouting, patrolling, and screening. Initial combat use was during the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1941 before being used throughout North Africa and Sicily. Standard equipment included skate rails, two 0.30 caliber guns at the rear, and one forward central 0.50 caliber machine gun. Radios were often fitted for use during scouting missions or when being used as a command vehicle. 

The Military Collection

The five military trucks on offer today all come from a single collection that is focused on preserving military history. This selection of trucks served vital roles with the US Military in both theaters of World War II. Today they are offered in restored condition, eager to partake in a parade, reenactment, or any other gathering of military vehicles. 

Highlights

• Completely restored in the 1990s with original or ‘NOS’ parts wherever possible

• Fully equipped for participation in a World War II reenactment

• Powered by a 320 cu-in Hercules JXD inline-six-cylinder gasoline engine generating 110 hp

• Maximum cruising speed of 55 mph with a maximum range of 250 miles

• Bumper mounted un-ditching roller allowed for crossing trenches up to 1.5 feet wide and climbing 1 ft high steps

• Armor: 0.25-inch sides, 0.5-inch windshield removable armor, shatterproof glass windshield, and 0.5-inch louvered armor for radiator

• Crewed by a driver and commander, with additional seating for up to six additional personnel 

• A design that later half-tracks pulled much inspiration from 

• Displaying only 575 miles since restoration

Features

• Weight: 8,900 lb

• Length: 222 in

• Width: 80 in

• Height: 79 in

• Wheelbase: 118 in

• Maximum fording depth of 28-inches 

• 30-gallon fuel tank

• Full time four-wheel-drive

• Two-speed transfer case

• Four-speed, constant mesh, manual transmission

• Vacuum-assisted power brakes

Included

• Two prop water-cooled .30 cal M1919 Browning machine guns and tripods

• Demilitaried 0.50 cal M2 Browning heavy machine gun and tripod

• Radio

• Trollies

• Skate rails

• Crosscut saw

• Canvas top and side curtains

• Ammo cans

• .30 cal wood boxes

• Camo netting

Ownership History

This White Scout Car was purchased by the seller locally in the Colorado Springs, Colorado area in 2019. Following the completion of the restoration, the truck is said to remain in superb condition and be a strong running example and is a wonderful example of World War II wheeled armor.