M656

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Type 5-ton 8x8 cargo truck Production 1968-1969 Related M757, M791		Manufacturer Ford Assembly United States

Engine Continental LDS-465-2 multifuel engine

The M656 is a 5-ton 8x8 U.S. military heavy cargo truck. It was the standard 5-ton truck in April 1966 and was used with the Pershing 1a missile.

Development

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

XM656- Prototype M656

XM757- Prototype M757

XM791- Prototype M791

M656- Cargo version used to carry the Pershing 1a missile Programmer Test Station and Power Station

M757- Tractor used to tow M790 Pershing 1a missile erector launcher

M791- Van version used for the Pershing 1a Battery Control Central

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