M37CDN 3/4 Ton Standard Military Pattern
The M37 3/4 Ton Standard Military Pattern (SMP) was Dodge's follow-up to their successful WC Series from World War II. Introduced in 1951, it was used extensively by the United States armed forces during the Korean war. Total Dodge M-series vehicles produced in Canada was 4,524 and included the following models: M37CDN, M43CDN, M152CDN and M56CDN.
Length: 185” Width: 73” Height: 69” Weight: 2,580 kg
Range: 225 miles Speed: 50 mph max Payload: 500 kg
The M37 was used by 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA as a battery and troop command post in the 1960s and 70s. Each vehicle was equipped with a C-42 radio set for communication. A six-foot folding table and metal chairs completed the command post. On arrival at the new position, all equipment would be set up behind the vehicle.
Length: 185” Width: 73” Height: 69” Weight: 2,580 kg
Range: 225 miles Speed: 50 mph max Payload: 500 kg
The M37 was used by 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA as a battery and troop command post in the 1960s and 70s. Each vehicle was equipped with a C-42 radio set for communication. A six-foot folding table and metal chairs completed the command post. On arrival at the new position, all equipment would be set up behind the vehicle.
The M37 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 M37 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 M37 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:
Antenna Mount
Metal antennae
C-42 Radio Mount
C42 Cables
Antennae Tuning Unit
C-42 radio
2 Kw generator
Camouflage net
Metal antennae
C-42 Radio Mount
C42 Cables
Antennae Tuning Unit
C-42 radio
2 Kw generator
Camouflage net
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
TM9-2320-212-10 M37 series operators manual |
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Maintenance Manual Part 1
TM9-8030 M37 series Maintenance manual |
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Maintenance Manual Part 2
TM9-8030 M37 series Maintenance manual |
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Maintenance Manual Part 3
TM9-8030 M37 series Maintenance manual |
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Maintenance Manual Part 4
TM9-8030 M37 series Maintenance manual |
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