Photographed at the 5th Annual Mason City Prairie Harvest Days Car Show in Mason City, Illinois on September 17, 2011.

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Photographed at the 62nd Secretary of State Antique Vehicle Show in Springfield, Illinois on September 10, 2011.

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Photographed at the Culver's Cruise in Springfield, Illinois on June 27, 2010. The cruise is a monthly summertime event put on by the Central Illinois Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America.

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Photographed at the 1st Annual Scheels & Shields Fundraiser Emergency Vehicle Show in Springfield, Illinois on May 5, 2012. The event is sponsored by Scheels, Quaker Steak & Lube, and the Police Car Owners of America, and benefits the Wounded Warrior Project.

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Photographed at the 12th Annual Cool Cruisers/New Berlin Fire Department Car Show in New Berlin, Illinois on July 28, 2012.

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Photographed at the 29th Annual Nostalgic Indoor Invitational Auto Show at Avanti's Dome in Pekin, Illinois on March 30, 2013. The show is presented by the Early Ford V-8 Club of America Regional Group #51.

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According to the owner, this is one of three known open cab power wagons manufactured by the P.E. Van Pelt Fire Engine Company of Oakdale, California (19235-1987). It is believed to have served Walnut Creek, California.

Photographed at the 1st Annual Scheels & Shields Fundraiser Emergency Vehicle Show in Springfield, Illinois on May 5, 2012. The event is sponsored by Scheels, Quaker Steak & Lube, and the Police Car Owners of America, and benefits the Wounded Warrior Project.

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The Stalwart High Mobility Load Carrier (H.M.L.C) Amphibious Cargo Vehicle was developed by the Alvis Car and Engineering Company as a private venture. It entered service with the British Army in 1966. Its British Army designation is the FV620, in service it was nicknamed the 'Stolly'. The main function of the FV620 Stalwart was to supply forward units with fuel and ammunition, but as this was not an Armoured Vehicle, it offered very little protection. This Amphibious Cargo Vehicle has a payload capacity of 5 tons. In the Troop Carrier configuration it could carry 30 fully equipped Soldiers. The FV620 Stalwart could also tow trailers or Artillery Pieces with a maximum weight of 10 tons. The cargo area of the Stalwart has large drop-down panels with waterproof seals on either side and a drop-tailgate, this area could be covered with a canvas cover for weather protection. The cab of the Stalwart Amphibious Vehicle provides seating for the driver, plus two passengers, the driver being seated in the middle, unusually the cab is entered through the roof hatches.

The FV6 Stalwart is based on the FV603 Saracen 6x6 Armored Personnel Carrier chassis, a number of automotive components are interchangeable. Powered by a Rolls-Royce B-81 Mk.8B petrol engine, developing 220hp powering a full-time all-wheel drive system. The FV620 Stalwart has an impressive cross-country mobility, and is fully amphibious with minimal preparation. On water this cargo vehicle is propelled by two waterjets, giving a maximum amphibious speed on water was of nearly 7mph. It is worth mentioning that waterjet units of the Stalwart were complex and troublesome to maintain, and was common to remove them when amphibious qualities were unnecessary, to simplify maintenance.

Production of the Alvis Stalwart ended a long time ago, then it was also withdrawn from the British Army service, it's Amphibious Transport role was taken over with the use of Utility Helicopters. Many of these Amphibious Carriers were sold to modern-day enthusiasts, many being converted to 'Amphibious Tour Vehicles'.

Variants:

▪︎FV622 Stalwart Mk.2 - General Service, it could carry up to 38 fully-equipped Troops. It could carry a field refueling pack, instead of the cargo. The Stalwart Mk.2 was fitted with improved waterjets. Its maximum speed on water was about 8mph.

▪︎FV623 Stalwart Mk.2 - Limber, artillery re-supply vehicle, fitted with a hydraulic crane in the cargo area, Engineering Vehicle, based on the Mk.2. It was also fitted with a crane.

General characteristics:

▪︎Place of Origin: United Kingdom

▪︎Manufacturer: Alvis Car and Engineering Company

▪︎Manufactured: 1963 to 1971

▪︎In Service: 1964 to 19893

▪︎Crew: Driver and up to two Personnel

▪︎Powerplant: Rolls-Royce B81 Mk.8B eight-cylinder water-cooled 6.5 L petrol engine, 220hp

▪︎Gearbox: Alvis 5 speed box

▪︎Transfer Box: Forward and reverse, giving 5 gears in both directions

▪︎Driveline: Non slip differential to bevel boxes, producing permanent 6 wheel drive

▪︎Length: 20ft 10in / Width: 8ft 7in / Height: 8ft 8in to load cover pole

▪︎Weight Empty: 8.500 long tons / Weight Fully Laden: 13.999 long tons

▪︎Suspension: Independent parallel wishbone links and torsion bars per wheel station

▪︎Armour: none - but hull protected crews from Anti-Tank Mines in Aden

▪︎Road Speed: 40 mph at 4000 rpm

▪︎Water Speed: 6 knots

▪︎Fording Depth Prepared: Amphibious to full flotation

▪︎Approach Angle Laden: 42 degrees / Departure Angle Laden: 29 degrees

▪︎Max Gradient: 21 degrees / Maximum Gradient Restart: 18 degrees

▪︎Side Overturn Angle: 31 degrees for FV620/FV622

▪︎Maximum Vertical Obstacle: 1ft 6in

▪︎Trench Crossing: 5ft

▪︎Ground Clearance: 1ft 4in laden FV622

▪︎Turning Circle = 1/R and L/H lock 49 to 59ft

▪︎Vehicle Range: 400 miles

▪︎Fuel Consumption: 4 mpg

Sourced from www.military-today.com/trucks/alvis_stalwart.htm

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvis_Stalwart

Photographed at the 29th Annual Nostalgic Indoor Invitational Auto Show at Avanti's Dome in Pekin, Illinois on March 30, 2013. The show is presented by the Early Ford V-8 Club of America Regional Group #51.

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Photographed at the 29th Annual Old Settlers Association Open Car Show in Hillsboro, Illinois on August 12, 2012.

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Photographed at the Annual Fred Britenstine Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show on the Square in Virden, Illinois on June 16, 2012.

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Photographed at the 7th Annual Mechanicsburg Magic Car & Truck Show in Mechanicsburg, Illinois on May 12, 2012.

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Photographed at the 12th Annual Cool Cruisers/New Berlin Fire Department Car Show in New Berlin, Illinois on July 28, 2012.

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The AEC Matador was a Heavy 4x4 Truck and Medium Artillery Tractor built by the Associated Equipment Company for the British and Commonwealth forces during World War Two. AEC had already built a 4x2 lorry, also known as the Matador (all AEC lorries received 'M' names). The Matador was distinctive with its flat fronted cab with gently curved roof, wheels at the corners and a flat load carrying area covered by a canvas or tarpaulin tilt. As an Artillery Tractor, rather than a cargo vehicle, the wooden sides were fixed in place without folding down, but did have a narrow crew door on each side. Two transverse bench seats were provided for the Gun Crew, accessed through the side doors, at the first side bay on the left and the second on the right. The cab was framed in ash and clad in steel. It was equipped with a 7 ton winch like all Artillery Tractors. The O853 provided the basis for the ''Dorchester'' Armoured Command Vehicle.

AEC also produced a larger 6x6 vehicle, model O854, based on components from both the AEC Marshal 6x4 and the Matador 4x4. These were produced in both petrol and diesel and were also referred to as Matadors. The O854 provided the basis for the O857. A small number of petrol engined 4x4 Matadors were also built, these were given the model number 853.

About 9,000 Matadors were built, some going to the Royal Air Force, for the British Army, it fulfilled a role between Field Artillery Tractors (FAT's) such as the Morris C8 Quad, which towed smaller Guns such as the 25-pounder Howitzer Field Gun, and the Scammell Pioneer, used for towing the 7.2 inch Howitzer Field Gun. It was commonly used to tow the 5.5 inch Medium Gun and the QF 3.7 inch Anti-Aircraft Gun. The Matador was found to be a generally useful vehicle and was adapted for other roles, including carrying a 25-pounder Gun.

The RAF used Matadors in the Flat Bed form for load carrying, the 6-wheeler Matador Type A was fitted with refuelling pumps and equipment by Zwicky Ltd and used as a refuelling tanker, capable of carrying 2,500 Imperial gallons of fuel and also for towing ashore Short Sunderland Flying Boats at their stations. Six Armoured Flamethrowers, the 'Heavy Cockatrice' on the 6x6 chassis, were used by the RAF for Airfield Defence. In 1942 / 1943, for the North African Campaign, some Matadors mounted the 6-pounder Anti-Tank Gun to give the AEC Mk.I Gun Carrier ''Deacon''. The Canadian Army also used the Matador during World War Two.

Post-War, the Matador was found in civilian use as a recovery truck, a showman's vehicle, and general contractor use. It was also useful for forestry work because of its good off-road performance. When used as a bus fleet recovery truck, many were fitted with lifting jibs for suspended towing and re-bodied with semi-enclosed bodies, often based on bodywork from scrapped buses.

▪︎Type: Medium Artillery Tractor

▪︎Place of Origin: United Kingdom

▪︎Manufacturer: AEC (Associated Equipment Company)

▪︎Produced: 1938 to 1953

▪︎Mass: 7.75 tons

▪︎Length: 20ft 10in / Width: 7ft 10in / Height: 9ft 7in

▪︎Crew: 1

▪︎Armour: none

▪︎Powerplant: AEC 7.6 litre diesel, 95hp

▪︎Payload Capacity: 4 tons

▪︎Suspension: Wheel, 4x4

▪︎Maximum Speed: 30mph.

Photographed at the 1st Annual Scheels & Shields Fundraiser Emergency Vehicle Show in Springfield, Illinois on May 5, 2012. The event is sponsored by Scheels, Quaker Steak & Lube, and the Police Car Owners of America, and benefits the Wounded Warrior Project.

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Photographed at the Route 97 Cruisaders Cruise-In at the Dairy Queen in Petersburg, Illinois on May 20, 2011.

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Photographed at the 5th Annual Mason City Prairie Harvest Days Car Show in Mason City, Illinois on September 17, 2011.

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Photographed at the 2013 International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield, Illinois on September 27-29, 2013.

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Photographed at the Culver's Cruise in Springfield, Illinois on September 22, 2013. This monthly (May through September) event is sponsored by the Central Illinois Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America.

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The GAZ-66 is a Soviet and later Russian 4x4 All-Road (Off-Road) Military Truck produced by GAZ, it was one of the main Cargo Vehicles for Motorized Infantry of the Soviet Army and is still employed in former Soviet Union countries. It is nicknamed ''Shishiga'' (''шишига'') ''Shisharik'' (''шишарик'') / ''Shehsherik'' (''шешерик'') and ''Trueman'' in Siberia.

Almost one million vehicles of this type were built for both Military and Civil use, the GAZ-66 has gained legendary status in many countries around the world due to its reliability, simplicity and off-road capability. Thanks to standard features, such as a Front-Mounted Winch, Central Tyre Inflation System (CTIS) and Self-Locking Differentials, the GAZ-66 is extremely popular worldwide with Armed Forces and off-road enthusiasts. Their production ceased in 1999, with the GAZ-3308 being produced instead.

Military versions:-

▪︎GAZ-66-15 (1985-1996) - with shielded electrical equipment and a Winch

▪︎GAZ-66-16 (1991-1993) - modernized version with ZMZ-513.10, reinforced tyres (wheels - lean) completed the brakes, the platform without intruding wheel niches (also installed on GAZ-66-11 and GAZ-66-40 ) load capacity 2.3 tons

▪︎GAZ-66-21 (1993-1995) - the national-economic modification with the dual tyres and rear axle wooden platform GAZ-53, load capacity 3.5 tons

▪︎GAZ-66-31 - chassis for trucks

▪︎GAZ-66-41 (1992-1995) - a naturally aspirated GAZ-544 diesel engine

▪︎GAZ-66-40 (1995-1999) - with a GAZ-5441 turbodiesel

▪︎GAZ-66-92 (1987-1995) - for use in the far north

▪︎GAZ-66-96 - chassis for shift buses.

Specifications:-

▪︎Manufacturer: GAZ

▪︎Production: 1964 to 1998

▪︎Class: Truck

▪︎Layout: F4 Layout

▪︎Transmission: 4-speed Manual

▪︎Wheelbase: 10ft 9.9in

▪︎Length: 19ft 0.9in

▪︎Width: 7ft 7.4in

▪︎Height: 8ft 3.2in

▪︎Curb Weight: 7,584lb

▪︎Predecessor: GAZ-63

▪︎Successor: GAZ-3308

▪︎Cab: Forward Design 2-Seat Cab + 21 Personnel

▪︎Payload: 4,40lb plus the same weight trailer

▪︎Suspension: Solid axles with leaf springs

▪︎Powerplant: ZMZ-66-06 V8 petrol (carburetor) OHV engine (heavy duty version of the ZMZ-53

▪︎Output: 120hp @ 3,200rpm

▪︎Maximum Speed: 56mph (speed governed)

▪︎Brakes: Drums, with hydraulic control, single circuit, servo assisted

▪︎Fuel Tanks: 2 x 23 Imperial gallons

▪︎Fuel Economy: 9 mpg

▪︎Turning Circle: 31ft

▪︎Approach Angle: 41°

▪︎Departure Angle: 32°

▪︎Maximum Ascent Angle: 31° to 37° (fully loaded)

▪︎Ground clearance: 12in

▪︎Fording Depth: 39in

▪︎Tyre Size: 12 to 18in

▪︎Pressure: Adjustable with central tyre inflation system from cab.

Sourced from en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/GAZ-66

The Portuguese UMM (União Metalo-Mecânica) is a metal works factory and ex-automobile manufacturer based in Lisbon, it was founded in 1977 with the purpose of manufacturing four-wheel drive vehicles for agricultural, industrial and utility applications. The UMM 4x4 design is derived from a prototype created by the French engineering firm called SIMI, which had produced the Cournil, a rugged two seater boxy looking ''Landrover'' type of vehicle made with Hotchkiss-JEEP parts with Ferguson Diesel tractor allwheel driven mechanicals itself was originally designed and built by mechanical engineer Bernard Cournil. A civilian model was called the SIMI Entrepreneur 4X4. The Cournil Entrepreneur's building rights were acquired in the 1970's by the Portuguese company União Metalo-Mecânica, part of the Mocar group and were renamed as UMM.

They became known for their durability, especially when in the Paris-Dakar Rally the team was able to finish with all the cars that started. Many UMM's are still in use with utilities in Spain, Portugal, Cape Verde (in use by the National Army) and France and also by the ''Guarda Nacional Republicana'' (Portuguese Gendarmerie) Fire Service and Military, although the majority of their customers were private individuals. Around 700 UMM's are still in service in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire). They are also popular in France and Angola.

UMM stopped building the UMM Alter II for private customers in 1994, but kept on taking large orders from Military and utility services until 1996. Custom orders are no longer accepted. It is suspected that more than 10,000 UMM's were made.

The most famous UMM is probably the one that transported Pope John Paul II in one of his visits to Portugal, it was based on a 1992 five door, long wheelbase chassis from the Alter II. It featured a 1.5in armoured glass box on the rear with a chair for the Pope. It had air conditioning and outside loudspeakers connected to a microphone in the rear. Originally it had the 2.5 litre turbocharged engine, but due to safety impositions the normal 2.5 litre 75hp diesel engine was fitted.

An updated version was announced in 2000, powered by a 2.1 litre turbodiesel engine, which was less noisy and had more torque at low speed. Several options were available, including air conditioning and GPS. Price was meant to be lower than a Land Rover Defender with similar finishings. However, the company had no capital to invest in its development. Recently the distribution of spare parts for the UMM vehicles was outsourced to the company Europeças. Many UMM second hand vehicles mostly diesel powered and sometimes Petrol engined versions can still be found for sale as they are plentiful in Portugal.

Sourced from en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/UMM_(Uni%C3%A3o_Metalo-Mec%C3%A2nica)

Photographed at the 16th Annual Plaza Car & Semi Show in Central Park Plaza, downtown Jacksonville, Illinois on June 9, 2012.

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In the fire department parking lot one August afternoon.

Photographed at the 16th Annual Plaza Car & Semi Show in Central Park Plaza, downtown Jacksonville, Illinois on June 9, 2012.

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Photographed at the Sixth Annual Cantrall Car Show in Cantrall, Illinois on July 10, 2011. The show is a fund-raising event for the Cantrall United Methodist Church Men's Club and is held in cooperation with the Cool Cruisers Car Club in Springfield, Illinois.

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Photographed at the First Annual New Salem Shrine Club Car Show in Petersburg, Illinois on September 15, 2012.

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The GAZ-66 is a Soviet and later Russian 4x4 All-Road (Off-Road) Military Truck produced by GAZ, it was one of the main Cargo Vehicles for Motorized Infantry of the Soviet Army and is still employed in former Soviet Union countries. It is nicknamed ''Shishiga'' (''шишига'') ''Shisharik'' (''шишарик'') / ''Shehsherik'' (''шешерик'') and ''Trueman'' in Siberia.

Almost one million vehicles of this type were built for both Military and Civil use, the GAZ-66 has gained legendary status in many countries around the world due to its reliability, simplicity and off-road capability. Thanks to standard features, such as a Front-Mounted Winch, Central Tyre Inflation System (CTIS) and Self-Locking Differentials, the GAZ-66 is extremely popular worldwide with Armed Forces and off-road enthusiasts. Their production ceased in 1999, with the GAZ-3308 being produced instead.

Military versions:-

▪︎GAZ-66-15 (1985-1996) - with shielded electrical equipment and a Winch

▪︎GAZ-66-16 (1991-1993) - modernized version with ZMZ-513.10, reinforced tyres (wheels - lean) completed the brakes, the platform without intruding wheel niches (also installed on GAZ-66-11 and GAZ-66-40 ) load capacity 2.3 tons

▪︎GAZ-66-21 (1993-1995) - the national-economic modification with the dual tyres and rear axle wooden platform GAZ-53, load capacity 3.5 tons

▪︎GAZ-66-31 - chassis for trucks

▪︎GAZ-66-41 (1992-1995) - a naturally aspirated GAZ-544 diesel engine

▪︎GAZ-66-40 (1995-1999) - with a GAZ-5441 turbodiesel

▪︎GAZ-66-92 (1987-1995) - for use in the far north

▪︎GAZ-66-96 - chassis for shift buses.

Specifications:-

▪︎Manufacturer: GAZ

▪︎Production: 1964 to 1998

▪︎Class: Truck

▪︎Layout: F4 Layout

▪︎Transmission: 4-speed Manual

▪︎Wheelbase: 10ft 9.9in

▪︎Length: 19ft 0.9in

▪︎Width: 7ft 7.4in

▪︎Height: 8ft 3.2in

▪︎Curb Weight: 7,584lb

▪︎Predecessor: GAZ-63

▪︎Successor: GAZ-3308

▪︎Cab: Forward Design 2-Seat Cab + 21 Personnel

▪︎Payload: 4,40lb plus the same weight trailer

▪︎Suspension: Solid axles with leaf springs

▪︎Powerplant: ZMZ-66-06 V8 petrol (carburetor) OHV engine (heavy duty version of the ZMZ-53

▪︎Output: 120hp @ 3,200rpm

▪︎Maximum Speed: 56mph (speed governed)

▪︎Brakes: Drums, with hydraulic control, single circuit, servo assisted

▪︎Fuel Tanks: 2 x 23 Imperial gallons

▪︎Fuel Economy: 9 mpg

▪︎Turning Circle: 31ft

▪︎Approach Angle: 41°

▪︎Departure Angle: 32°

▪︎Maximum Ascent Angle: 31° to 37° (fully loaded)

▪︎Ground clearance: 12in

▪︎Fording Depth: 39in

▪︎Tyre Size: 12 to 18in

▪︎Pressure: Adjustable with central tyre inflation system from cab.

Sourced from en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/GAZ-66

Photographed at the Route 97 Cruisaders Cruise-In at the Dairy Queen in Petersburg, Illinois on August 19, 2011.

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The Stalwart High Mobility Load Carrier (H.M.L.C) Amphibious Cargo Vehicle was developed by the Alvis Car and Engineering Company as a private venture. It entered service with the British Army in 1966. Its British Army designation is the FV620, in service it was nicknamed the 'Stolly'. The main function of the FV620 Stalwart was to supply forward units with fuel and ammunition, but as this was not an Armoured Vehicle, it offered very little protection. This Amphibious Cargo Vehicle has a payload capacity of 5 tons. In the Troop Carrier configuration it could carry 30 fully equipped Soldiers. The FV620 Stalwart could also tow trailers or Artillery Pieces with a maximum weight of 10 tons. The cargo area of the Stalwart has large drop-down panels with waterproof seals on either side and a drop-tailgate, this area could be covered with a canvas cover for weather protection. The cab of the Stalwart Amphibious Vehicle provides seating for the driver, plus two passengers, the driver being seated in the middle, unusually the cab is entered through the roof hatches.

The FV6 Stalwart is based on the FV603 Saracen 6x6 Armored Personnel Carrier chassis, a number of automotive components are interchangeable. Powered by a Rolls-Royce B-81 Mk.8B petrol engine, developing 220hp powering a full-time all-wheel drive system. The FV620 Stalwart has an impressive cross-country mobility, and is fully amphibious with minimal preparation. On water this cargo vehicle is propelled by two waterjets, giving a maximum amphibious speed on water was of nearly 7mph. It is worth mentioning that waterjet units of the Stalwart were complex and troublesome to maintain, and was common to remove them when amphibious qualities were unnecessary, to simplify maintenance.

Production of the Alvis Stalwart ended a long time ago, then it was also withdrawn from the British Army service, it's Amphibious Transport role was taken over with the use of Utility Helicopters. Many of these Amphibious Carriers were sold to modern-day enthusiasts, many being converted to 'Amphibious Tour Vehicles'.

Variants:

▪︎FV622 Stalwart Mk.2 - General Service, it could carry up to 38 fully-equipped Troops. It could carry a field refueling pack, instead of the cargo. The Stalwart Mk.2 was fitted with improved waterjets. Its maximum speed on water was about 8mph.

▪︎FV623 Stalwart Mk.2 - Limber, artillery re-supply vehicle, fitted with a hydraulic crane in the cargo area, Engineering Vehicle, based on the Mk.2. It was also fitted with a crane.

General characteristics:

▪︎Place of Origin: United Kingdom

▪︎Manufacturer: Alvis Car and Engineering Company

▪︎Manufactured: 1963 to 1971

▪︎In Service: 1964 to 19893

▪︎Crew: Driver and up to two Personnel

▪︎Powerplant: Rolls-Royce B81 Mk.8B eight-cylinder water-cooled 6.5 L petrol engine, 220hp

▪︎Gearbox: Alvis 5 speed box

▪︎Transfer Box: Forward and reverse, giving 5 gears in both directions

▪︎Driveline: Non slip differential to bevel boxes, producing permanent 6 wheel drive

▪︎Length: 20ft 10in / Width: 8ft 7in / Height: 8ft 8in to load cover pole

▪︎Weight Empty: 8.500 long tons / Weight Fully Laden: 13.999 long tons

▪︎Suspension: Independent parallel wishbone links and torsion bars per wheel station

▪︎Armour: none - but hull protected crews from Anti-Tank Mines in Aden

▪︎Road Speed: 40 mph at 4000 rpm

▪︎Water Speed: 6 knots

▪︎Fording Depth Prepared: Amphibious to full flotation

▪︎Approach Angle Laden: 42 degrees / Departure Angle Laden: 29 degrees

▪︎Max Gradient: 21 degrees / Maximum Gradient Restart: 18 degrees

▪︎Side Overturn Angle: 31 degrees for FV620/FV622

▪︎Maximum Vertical Obstacle: 1ft 6in

▪︎Trench Crossing: 5ft

▪︎Ground Clearance: 1ft 4in laden FV622

▪︎Turning Circle = 1/R and L/H lock 49 to 59ft

▪︎Vehicle Range: 400 miles

▪︎Fuel Consumption: 4 mpg

Sourced from www.military-today.com/trucks/alvis_stalwart.htm

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvis_Stalwart

Photographed at the Route 97 Cruisaders Cruise-In at the Dairy Queen in Petersburg, Illinois on June 24, 2011.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed in 2009 at The Old Station, a converted 1930s-era service station filled with Route 66 memorabilia, that is located in Williamsville, Illinois (north of Springfield along I-55).

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You are invited to stay and browse through my stream. Here's a quick introduction to my little corner of Flickr:

Automobile Photographs: This is a very large collection of images whose primary, but not exclusive, focus is on American automotive classics. Images are organized by decade, by manufacturer, and by topics (such as convertibles, station wagons, muscle cars, etc.)

Central Illinois (excluding Springfield): Photos relating to the middle section of the "Land of Lincoln" (except for the Capital City of Springfield) may be found in this collection. Every city and town I've photographed is contained within its own set, and rural (as in "countryside") photographs are grouped by county.

Springfield, Illinois: All of my photographs of Springfield and the Abraham Lincoln Sites are in this collection. For the City of Springfield, there are separate sets for the Capitol Complex, Downtown (including the Old State Capitol), Neighborhoods, Parks, Illinois State Fairgrounds and more. Photographs of Lincoln sites include the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Lincoln Tomb, and so on. Also in the Lincoln "All About Abe" (Set) are a few Lincoln sites not located in Springfield.

The Illinois State Fair: My collection of photographs of the Illinois State Fair. The fair offers something for everyone. Grab a corn dog and lemon shake-up, and come take a look!

Beyond Central Illinois: Other locales in the United States and Canada including New York, Chicago, San Francisco and Seattle.

In addition to my location-based sets, here are links to some "topical" collections and sets I've put together:

Barbers & Barber Shops: Traditional barbers and barber shops are on the endangered species list. But there are still plenty to be found if you go looking for them.

Almost Everything Else. Check It Out!!!: Included topics range from man's first walk on the moon to small town schools and churches, and from Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers (our favorite breed) to things that are abandoned, neglected, weathered, or rusty.

Thanks for stopping by! - myoldpostcards (Randy von Liski)

Photographed at the 29th Annual Old Settlers Association Open Car Show in Hillsboro, Illinois on August 12, 2012.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed at the Route 66 Cruisers Cruise-In at the Rock 'n Roll Hardee's in Springfield, Illinois on June 16, 2012.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed at the Cool Cruisers Car Club Steak-N-Shake Cruise-In in Springfield, Illinois on July 1, 2011.

Please visit my collection of Motor Vehicles on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs thoughtfully organized into albums, and presented by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed at the 15th Annual Plaza Car Show in Central Park Plaza, downtown Jacksonville, Illinois on June 11, 2011. The event is sponsored by Jack's Auto Clinic.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

1941-1945 WILLYS MB

The U.S. Army requested a vehicle, and drove off in a 'hero' the Willys MB, its spirit forged by the fire of combat and honed in the heat of battle, seared its way into the hearts of warriors fighting for freedom. Fierce emotional bonds often developed between a soldier and his "Jeep" 4x4. The faithful MB earned a place in every GI's heart, in every area of combat, in every conceivable role. The tough, simple Jeep 4x4 became the GI's best friend, second only to his rifle. One Jeep MB was even awarded a Purple Heart and sent home. General George C. Marshall, US Army Chief of Staff during World War Two, and later U.S. Secretary of State, described the Jeep 4x4 as 'America's greatest contribution to modern warfare' Scripps Howard World War Two reporter Ernie Pyle once said, ''It did everything. It went everywhere. Was a faithful as a dog, as strong as a mule, and as agile as a goat. It constantly carried twice what it was designed for and still kept going."

The Willys MB started a revolution in the use of small military motor vehicles in the U.S. Army, Horses along with motorcycles, solo and side car, were rendered obsolete almost immediately. The all-purpose Willys MB was amazingly versatile, they could be fitted with .30 or .50 caliber Machine Guns for combat and were also widely modified for long-range desert patrol, snow plowing, telephone cable laying, saw milling, as fire-fighting pumpers, field ambulances, tractors and, with suitable wheels, would even run on railway tracks.

Willys MB's could be loaded into transport aircraft for rapid deployment and were also small enough to fit into the large gliders used in the D-day invasion of Europe, over the course of the war, customised field kits were developed for winter and desert conditions, deep-water fording and other combat needs.

Although the Willys MB was not the first four-wheel-drive vehicle, the Go Anywhere, Do Anything vehicle influenced every 4x4 built in its wake. The New York Museum of Modern Art includes a military Jeep Brand 4x4 in its display of eight automobiles and regarded it as “one of the very few genuine expressions of machine art.”

Willys MB / Ford GPW :-

• Type: 1⁄4 ton 4x4 Utility Truck

• Place of origin: United States

• In service: 1941 until varying per country

• Used by: USA and its allies of World War Two

• Wars: World War Two, Korean War, Various post 1945 conflicts

• Designer: Karl Probst, Delmar G. Roos

• Designed: 1940 through early 1942

• Manufacturer: Willys-Overland (MB)

Ford (GPW)

• Produced: 1941 to 1945

• No. built: World War Two total= 647,925 incl. pre-production units – Willys MB: 359,489

Ford GPW: 277,896

• Variants: Ford GPA ''Seep'' 12,778

• Specifications: (MB and GPW same)

• Mass: 2,453lb, curb weight (with engine fluids and full fuel) 2,337lb dry weight

• Length: 132 1⁄4in

• Width: 62in

• Height overall with top up: 69 3⁄4in reducible to 52in

• Crew: 3 to 4

• Main armament: designed to mount .30 or .50 caliber Machine Guns swiveling on post between front seatbacks

• Secondary armament: towing 37mm Anti-Tank Gun

• Engine: 2.2 litre Inline 4 Willys L134 ''Go Devil'' 60hp

• Power/weight: 54.0hp/t

• Payload capacity: 1,200lb on-road, 800lb cross-country

• Transmission: 3 speed x 2 range transfer case

• Suspension: Live axles on leaf springs front and rear

• Ground clearance: 8 3⁄4in

• Fuel capacity: 12.5 imp gallons

• Operational range: 300 miles

• Maximum speed: 65mph.

Photographed at the 2011 International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield, Illinois on September 23-25, 2011.

Please visit my collection of Motor Vehicles on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs thoughtfully organized into albums, and presented by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed at the 29th Annual Nostalgic Indoor Invitational Auto Show at Avanti's Dome in Pekin, Illinois on March 30, 2013. The show is presented by the Early Ford V-8 Club of America Regional Group #51.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Redesigned in 2018 from the ground up, one of the latest Jeep Wranglers for 2021 is a plug-in electric variant dubbed the 4xe to bring the American icon up-to-speed with green energy expectations. As the proud owner of three prior Wranglers, and my current 2016 Unlimited, I enjoy the “spirit of adventure” Wranglers offer and the unequivocal go-anywhere and self-assurance they present. And now, I can partake in Jeep group activities with more planetary consciousness.

Photographed at the 2010 International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield, Illinois on September 24-26, 2010.

Please visit my collection of Motor Vehicles on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs thoughtfully organized into albums, and presented by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed at The Vintage Times Street Rod Club’s 38th Annual Rod Run in Springfield, Illinois on September 1, 2012.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.

Photographed at the 1st Annual Scheels & Shields Fundraiser Emergency Vehicle Show in Springfield, Illinois on May 5, 2012. The event is sponsored by Scheels, Quaker Steak & Lube, and the Police Car Owners of America, and benefits the Wounded Warrior Project.

Please visit my Motor Vehicles Collection on Flickr where you will find more than 10,000 photographs that have been thoughtfully categorized into dozens of sets, and carefully organized by model year, manufacturer, vehicle type, and more. This project, which began in 2008, continues to expand with new material added daily.