M656

M656
The XM656 prototype
Overview
Type5-ton 8x8 cargo truck
ManufacturerFord
Production1968–1969
Assembly United States
Body and chassis
RelatedM757, M791
Powertrain
EngineContinental LDS-465-2 multifuel engine
Dimensions
Length278 inches (M656 & M757), 314 inches (M791)

The M656 is a 5-ton 8x8 U.S. military heavy cargo truck. It was used to support the Pershing 1a missile system.

Development

The M656 vehicles evolved from the XM543E2 program. The testing program ended in 1964.

Variants

References

  1. ↑ Doyle, David (2003). "G-852 M656 Family". Standard Catalog of U.S. Military Vehicles. Krause. pp. 189–192. ISBN 0-87349-508-X.
  2. ↑ "M656". Equipment Data Sheets for TACOM Combat & Tactical Equipment. United States Army. June 1985. pp. 4-202 – 4-203. TM 43-0001-31.
  3. ↑ "M757". Equipment Data Sheets for TACOM Combat & Tactical Equipment. United States Army. June 1985. pp. 4-286 – 4-287. TM 43-0001-31.
  4. ↑ "M791". Equipment Data Sheets for TACOM Combat & Tactical Equipment. United States Army. June 1985. pp. 4-312 – 4-313. TM 43-0001-31.