Despite weights of up to almost 7000 lb, the WC-series trucks were powered by a mere 4.0-liter inline-six with a maximum output of 99 hp and 188 lb-ft in its most powerful configuration.

The 1/2-ton WC trucks had model designations from WC-1 to WC-50, indicating the many variants of that basic design. The 3/4-tons started with the WC-51 and ended with the WC-64.

Dodge introduced the WC series in late 1941. The trucks were immediately pressed into service by the U.S. military for pretty much every duty that the smaller Jeep couldn't handle.

Cheap, Rotting 1943 Dodge WC Series Truck Had It Rough, Still Runs. Published: 24 Feb 2021, 13:02 UTC • By: Daniel Patrascu. 9 photos. Photo: Hemmings.