The 1 + 1 ⁄ 4-ton, 4×4, Kaiser Jeep M715, sometimes called the "Five quarter (ton)", for its 1 + 1 ⁄ 4 (or 5 ⁄ 4) ton payload rating, is an American light military truck, based on the civilian Jeep Gladiator (SJ).

Oct 20, 2010 · The M715 was the first “M” series tactical vehicle to use primarily civilian commercial components. The cargo bed of the M715 was all new, unlike that of any other vehicle, military or civilian. Weight: 5,500 pounds

Originally developed to replace the existing M37 series of light trucks, the M715 would become one of the most important trucks in the U.S. inventory. Utilized throughout the armed services, the M715 would become an indelible image of the American experience in Vietnam, as well as later military conflicts.

The Kaiser M715 was a military heavy duty truck introduced in 1967. Also known as the the Five Quarter (ton), the M715 was in US military production until 1969.

Jul 4, 2005 · The M715 was the first 'M' series tactical vehicle to use primarily civilian commercial components. The first contract was awarded to Kaiser Jeep on March 21, 1966 for 20,680 examples of M715 cargo and M725 ambulance versions at approximately $4,400 per truck.

So, what in the world is a M715? The Jeep Gladiator (J series) trucks were the basis of the M715 military trucks. They came equipped with canvas or metal roofs. The M-715 was the first 'M' series tactical vehicle to use primarily civilian commercial components.

Jan 18, 2023 · In 1965, Kaiser Jeep designed and developed the M715 1 1/4 ton series truck, which was purchased by the U.S. military to replace the M37. In many ways this was the first U.S. military tactical truck to be built with mostly off-the-shelf civilian components since before WWII.

1967 Kaiser Jeep M715 Heavy Duty Military Truck. VIN: 11691A. MIleage 17800. Also known as the the Five Quarter (ton), Vietnam War Era truck. The M715 was in US military production 1967-1969. Engine: Jeep Tornado 230 / 3.8L / 6 Cylinder / 140HP. It was restored 8 years ago and driven only a few times (around 50 miles within last 8 years)

This M715 is now offered at no reserve with parts manuals, partial records, and a clean Minnesota title. The M715 military truck was based on the contemporary Jeep Gladiator pickup and offered a 1¼-ton load rating.

1967 Kaiser M715. Very original 1967 Kaiser M715 1 1/4 Ton Military Jeep with 2500 Miles on the Odometer. The original 6 Cylinder 230 Tornado Engine runs very well, it shifts great and the 4x4 works as it should. Great working front PTO Winch.