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World War II U.S. M20 Greyhound Armored Utility Car - Offered here is a very fine World War II M20 Greyhound armored utility car, one of approximately 3,791 manufactured between 1943-1944 by Ford Motor Company at their Chicago plant. Also known as the M20 scout car, these are on the same basic chassis as the M8 Greyhound light armored car, of which 8,523 were made by Ford between 1943-1945, but differs in that it has an armored open-topped superstructure with an anti-aircraft ring mount for use with a .50 caliber M2 Browning Machine Gun (not included) as opposed to the M8 with a 37mm gun and rotating turret.
The M20 was used as a command vehicle, an armored personnel and cargo carrier, and for forward reconnaissance where it served its purpose well due to its high speed and mobility. Besides the anti- aircraft mount for use with an M2 machine gun, the four man crew was typically supplied with a bazooka in case of enemy tanks. The interior has mounting points for stowing a bazooka and rifles (not included). The armor is thin but provides protection for the crew from small arms fire and shrapnel. Powered by a Hercules JXD 320 cubic inch inline 6 cylinder gasoline engine producing 110 hp and mated to a 4-speed transmission, the approximately 16,500 pound M20 is capable of speeds up to
55 mph with up to a 250 mile operational range. These saw active use in the European and Pacific Theaters of World War II, with some supplied to allies through the lend lease program. M8s and M20s continued to see use through the Korean War before being retired from U.S. service, with some also seeing post World War II use with the French and Belgians, and continued use with the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) who used them throughout the Vietnam War, among various other users. “Labrador” is painted on the sides of this attractive U.S. military example.
CONDITION: Very fine as an older restoration, retains 98% green painted finish, with a few small scuffs and flaking on some of the corners. The interior is also very fine and appears mostly complete besides some small accessories. The tires are fine with light wear. Mechanically runs fine. This clean example of a desirable U.S. M20 Greyhound, out of the respected collection of Allan Cors, would make a fine addition to any World War II collection!
This military vehicle will be off-site for preview. Please contact RIAC to schedule your slot for our special open house day in Virginia, May 8th, 2024.
Provenance: The Allan Cors Collection.
Estimate: 70,000 - 130,000
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