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Austin K5, 4 x 4 (Front view, left side)

 
  Front view, left side

Picture courtesy of Folk og Vaern
 

Danish Army Specific: Another example of a vehicles bought from the British Forces in Germany just after WW II.
Used in supply units.
Historical
: 12.280 produced from 1941 - 1945, usually with GS body. Also with open cab as AT 6-pounder Portee (most of which were later converted to GS).
Nicknamed "Screamer" because of a rather noisy transfer case.
Early model designations were K3/YN, V & W.
Length: 5.99 m (236 inches).
Width: 2.21 m (87 inches).
Height: 3.02 m (119 inches).
Weight: 6.762 kg (14.876 lb.).
Engine
: Own 6-cylinder, 3.995 cm3 (244 cubic inches) displacement.
Horsepower: 85.
Transmission: 4-speed.
Transfer case: 2-speed.
Electrical system: N/A.
Brakes: Hydraulic, servo assisted.
Tyres: 10.50 - 20.
Fuel type: Petrol.
Fuel capacity: N/A.
Range: N/A.
Crew: N/A.


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