Help Wanted DUKW Chassis number

[David_Hayward (RIP)]

The number breaks down # 353 18185, for DUKW-353 then the sequential number. Assembly probably at Pontiac, Michigan Plant although Flint, Michigan and another Chevrolet Plant were used as well. I will check my GMC US Government parts list to see if I can tell any more. The engine number will be 270 XXXXXX, for GMC 270 cu in 6-cylinder. E.g. serial number 270 637537.


DUKW = DUKW-353 50 CWT. AMPHIBIAN 6 x 6 164 in. W.B. [REAR AXLES 44 in.]
ENGINE = 270 CUBIC INCHES, 35.24HP RATING
D = 1942 MODEL
U = UNCONVENTIONAL CAB
K = FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
W = 6-WHEELS, OR 2 REAR-WHEEL DRIVE

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