1965 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon

Description

Introduced in 1946, the Dodge Power Wagon was a direct descendant of the 4x4 trucks that Dodge built for the U.S. military. Ten years after going into civilian production, the Power Wagon — which by then was in its third series and referred to as the MW300 — had evolved into a heavy-duty, one-ton workhorse known for its durability and off-road prowess. 

The 1965 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon retained its classic “flat fender” design and was powered by a 251 cubic-inch flathead inline-six engine producing 125 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque. It featured a four-speed manual transmission, part-time four-wheel drive, and a power take-off (PTO) system that allowed it to operate auxiliary equipment — making it ideal for farming, forestry, and utility work. 

Built on a 126-inch wheelbase and weighing over 5,000 pounds, the WM300 was not designed for speed but for strength and reliability; it maxed out around 60 mph, and it averaged 10–12 mpg. The truck’s spartan interior and utilitarian design emphasized function over comfort, with heavy-duty materials built to withstand harsh environments. Production of the WM300 for the U.S. market ended in 1968 due to changing federal regulations, although export models continued for another decade.  

Highlights 

• Recently completed 10-year restoration includes: 

  • Refinished in green paint with black painted bumpers 

  • Green painted interior with red vinyl bench seat 

  • Professionally rebuilt 251 cu-in inline-six rated at approximately 125 hp (350 miles since rebuild) 

  • Carburetor rebuilt 

  • New clutch and pressure plate 

  • Fresh wheel cylinders 

  • New master cylinder 

  • New brake lines, hoses, cylinders shoes, transfer case seal, pinion seals, throw out bearing, and pilot bushing 

  • New stainless steel gas tank 

  • New 12V charging system 

  • New PerTronix Ignitor electronic ignition 

  • New main fuse panel and power cut out switch 

  • New Mighty Wiper electric windshield wiper motors 

  • New speedometer and gauges 

  • New glovebox 

  • Front air bag assist 

  • New AVM locking hubs 

  • New hardwood and metal strips with zinc plated hardware in bed 

  • New Toyo Open Country R/T 37x12.50R17 tubeless tires

Features 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• Heavy duty front bumper with motorized winch and hooks 

• Operational crank out windshield 

• 80 mph speedometer and gauges for coolant temp, oil pressure, amps, and fuel  

• Seat belts 

Known Imperfections 

• Several dents in fenders and one on driver’s door near handle 

• Exterior and interior paint imperfections 

• Passenger side window needs to be replaced 

• Inside of passenger door is scuffed 

• Radio is missing, leaving an opening in the dashboard 

• Cover of interior windshield wiper motor is missing on driver’s side 

• Rear pinion seal leak

• The actual mileage is unknown because the original speedometer was broken and had to be replaced

Included 

• Spare tire 

• First Aid kit 

• Operation’s manual 

• Receipt history 

Ownership History 

The New York consignor of this 1965 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon has owned it for more than 30 years. The seller says, “The paint job is not professional, and there are numerous body dents, but this truck very solid with no rust.”