ILTIS
The ILTIS is German for Polecat or Ferret. It was produced by Bombardier from 1984 to 1986 as a replacement for the “Jeep” CJ and M151. The design originated with Volkswagen and was based on components from the Polo and Audi Quattro. As a VW (Type 183) it served the German army as a replacement for the VW Kurierwagen (known as “The Thing” in North American civilian guise). VW sold world rights to Bombardier in 1981 and the latter also produced it for other armed forces. This vehicle served the Canadian Armed Forces from delivery in 1985 until it was replaced by the Mercedes G-Wagon, beginning in the late 2000s.
Length: 3.92 m Width: 1.52m Height: 1.937m Weight: 1,550 kg Range: 500 km Speed: 130kph max Payload: 500 kg
The ILTIS was used by 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA as transportation for the Battery Commander and the Forward Observation Officers. Each vehicle was equipped with an RT-524 radio set for communication with the Battery Command Post. The RT-524 also allowed for the installation of a GRA-39 remote that enabled communication to the FOO’s camouflaged position. A 1/4 Ton trailer provided space for manpack radios, rations, spare batteries and other essential kit.
Length: 3.92 m Width: 1.52m Height: 1.937m Weight: 1,550 kg Range: 500 km Speed: 130kph max Payload: 500 kg
The ILTIS was used by 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA as transportation for the Battery Commander and the Forward Observation Officers. Each vehicle was equipped with an RT-524 radio set for communication with the Battery Command Post. The RT-524 also allowed for the installation of a GRA-39 remote that enabled communication to the FOO’s camouflaged position. A 1/4 Ton trailer provided space for manpack radios, rations, spare batteries and other essential kit.
The Iltis is part of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment Museum & Archives outreach program and is intended to be displayed at local parades and festivals throughout the lower mainland. It is registered with the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia as a Vintage vehicle. In order to qualify under this designation, it must be at least 30 years old, maintained as close as possible to its original condition with original parts, restored to a condition that conforms as nearly as possible to the original manufacturer's specifications, owned as a collector's item and mechanically sound.
Vehicles with vintage plates may only be used for special occasions for example; exhibitions, parades, club activities, community events, weddings and graduations. Everyday pleasure driving is not permitted. Approval for the use of the Iltis must be provided by the Museum Director or Museum Curator.
All operators must undergo a familiarization lesson and perform a first parade prior to use.
Vehicles with vintage plates may only be used for special occasions for example; exhibitions, parades, club activities, community events, weddings and graduations. Everyday pleasure driving is not permitted. Approval for the use of the Iltis must be provided by the Museum Director or Museum Curator.
All operators must undergo a familiarization lesson and perform a first parade prior to use.
The 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA Museum & Archives envisions itself as a nationally and locally recognized museum that preserves and presents the history of the diverse Canadians that have served and are serving in The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery in British Columbia.
The mission of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA Museum and Archives is to engage the Regimental Family and the local community in the story of Vancouver’s Gunners, including the citizen soldiers in peace and war, their units and the affiliated cadet corps that have called the Bessborough Armoury home for generations. The museum will do this by organizing interactive, hands-on and digital content within the Armoury and in an outreach program to local celebrations.
The 15th Field Artillery Museum & Archives requires additional items to complete the Iltis artefact collection. Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated:
The mission of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA Museum and Archives is to engage the Regimental Family and the local community in the story of Vancouver’s Gunners, including the citizen soldiers in peace and war, their units and the affiliated cadet corps that have called the Bessborough Armoury home for generations. The museum will do this by organizing interactive, hands-on and digital content within the Armoury and in an outreach program to local celebrations.
The 15th Field Artillery Museum & Archives requires additional items to complete the Iltis artefact collection. Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated:
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Iltis Vinyl doors
lltis automotive jack Plastic jerry can Tool set Camouflage net x 2 Rear seatbelts x 2 Front bumper wire cutter Pennant holder |
RT-524 radio
RT-524 hand set RT-524 headset RT-524 vehicle mount RT-524 antenna RT-524 antenna mount RT-524 power cable RT-524 junction box RT-524 antenna cable |
The 15th Field Artillery Museum & Archives Society is a registered charitable organization. Donations to the Society will provide a charitable tax receipt for the donor. Contact president.vcrgunners@gmail.com for additional information.
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Operators' Manual
C-30-108-000/MB-000 - Truck, Utility, light, 4 x 4, Military Design, ILTIS Canadian Series |
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Lubrication Order
C-30-108-000/DU-000 - Truck, Utility, light, 4 x 4, Military Design, ILTIS Canadian Series |
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Data Summary
C-30-108-000/MA-000 - Truck, Utility, light, 4 x 4, Military Design, ILTIS Canadian Series |
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The Munga
The DKW Munga was a DKW-branded off-road vehicle built by Auto-Union in Ingolstadt, Germany. The name Munga comes from the German phrase Mehrzweck UNiversal Geländewagen mit Allradantrieb, which translates as "multi-purpose universal off-road car with all-wheel drive. It was produced from 1956 until 1968 and was the forerunner to the Iltis. |
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German Manual
Plus a great cut away diagram and a Bindeswehr paint outline (Fleckenplan). |
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