1941 Dodge WC-3 Weapons Carrier

Description

In an effort to improve the VC series of half-ton our-wheel drive trucks, Dodge launched the WC series in 1941. The design focused on military practicality over civilian styling; a simple slat-style grille was employed, as well as redesigned fenders to prevent mud from collecting and hindering forward progress. Overlanding performance was increased thanks to the lengthened wheelbase. The WC chassis was used across 38 different models, with 30 of those models featuring four-wheel drive. WC series trucks served a multitude of military roles with bodies ranging from closed cab pickups, command cars, radio cars, ambulances, telephone maintenance, or open cab pickups. A rare sight on today’s roads, this WC-3 Weapons Carrier is a unique vehicle that would be a welcome addition to any militaria enthusiast's collection. 

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

• Per the consignor, this Weapons Carrier was restored to motorpool-ready condition with ‘NOS’ or original parts whenever possible in 2009

• The body was stripped to bare metal before refinishing in the current shade of military green

• A well-proven vehicle with 4,594 miles since restoration

• Equipped with a 230 cu-in flathead inline-six-cylinder generating 85 horsepower

• Desirable open-cab variant, seldom seen in this condition

• Capable of a maximum of 55 mph with a maximum range of 240 miles thanks to a 30-gallon fuel tank

Features

• Weight: 4,775 lb

• Length: 181 in

• Width: 76 in

• Height with top: 88 in

• Wheelbase: 116 in

• Payload: 1,300 lb

• Four-speed manual transmission

• Military blackout markers and tail lights

• Single-speed transfer case

• Canvas roof covering the driver and load compartment

• Dual windshield wipers

Known Flaws

• Incorrect tires

• While the engine is 230 cu-in, it is not the correct ‘T’ number

Included

• Jerry can

• Shovel

• Axe

Ownership History

The previous owner of this WC-3 had this truck as a part of their collection since the early 1970s in the Colorado Springs, Colorado area, and the seller purchased the truck from them in 2019.