Jeep Forward Control | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Jeep |
Production | 1956–1965 |
Designer | Brooks Stevens |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Truck |
Layout | Front engine, four-wheel drive |
Powertrain | |
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Dimensions | |
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Length | 147.5 in (3,746 mm) (FC-150)[3] 181.5 in (4,610 mm) (FC-170, FC-170 DRW) |
Chronology | |
Successor | Jeep Gladiator (SJ) |
The Jeep Forward Control is a truck that was produced by Willys Motors, later named Kaiser Jeep, from 1956 to 1965. It was also assembled in other international markets. The layout featured a cab over (forward control) design.
The Forward Control models were primarily marketed as corporate, municipal, military, and civilian work vehicles. Regular pickup box beds were standard, and customers were offered many "Jeep-approved" specialized bodies from outside suppliers. These ranged from simple flatbeds to complete tow trucks, dump trucks, and fire trucks. The vehicles were also manufactured under license in India and Spain.