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Old 29-11-21, 14:04
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Default R.c.a.f. 3033?

Dodge Bomb Loading truck for domestice use, by 1943 it was still painted in the pre-war scheme of gloss blue/black. By that time vehicles used overseas were painted in the relevant Army camouflage colours.

"RCAF Bomb loading truck, 4 May 1943"
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"R.C.A.F. Mechanical Transport Vehicle, Apr. 1943"
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The same type of truck is still in the same colour scheme when in service post-war:
"M.T. vehicle, truck - SC bomb hoist, 5 Jan. 1949"
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Last edited by Hanno Spoelstra; 30-11-21 at 12:24. Reason: added photos and info
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