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WWII vehicles in Burma
Photos taken of military vehicle from WWII in Burma on trip to Ledo Road Jan 06
July 29, 20041 - 40 of 139 Images9576 visitsAlbum by VC40WC41
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This red vehicle is a one of five 1950's Japanese firetruck in the town of Bhamo.

Please add comments to identify any of these vehicles. thanks

Enlarge photo 2 This is what I call the international  Burma truck. It has a US Army frame and running gear, front clip, cab and  steel bed.  The wheels are russian, the tires chinese, the engine is japanese, and the wood box, local burmanese made. I suspect most WWII vehicles in Burma have been modified in someway to keep them on the road.
Enlarge photo 3 The hood and the fenders have been extend probably 10-12 inches most likely to accommodate the larger engine.
Enlarge photo 4 Most of the large trucks have had their engines replaced with Japanese diesel engines.  Not sure what type but maybe "Hino"
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Enlarge photo 12 This is the Burmanese version of a shade tree mechanic.
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Enlarge photo 25 This truck had 1940s Dodge truck front fenders but not sure if anything else is Dodge.
Enlarge photo 26 Japanese Hino diesel engine
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Enlarge photo 29 Again the truck looks modified by strecthing the hoods and fender to accomodate a larger engine.  COULD THE CAB BE STUDEBAKER
Enlarge photo 30 Accident can happen in Burma too.
Enlarge photo 31 A 1940s Dodge truck we chased down to get a picture that is still in use.
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Enlarge photo 33 NOTICE THE PERKINS ON THE GRILL
Enlarge photo 34 The engine has been replaced probably with Japanese (diesel?)
Enlarge photo 35 Right hand drive
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