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Does anyone know of the weight of The GMC M-135 Truck, Cargo, 2 1/2 Ton 6x6 "rear single wheel tanden and does it weigh 2 1/2 tons? and also need the wheel base. thanks for your help.

M-37 Richard

I don't know the weight, you might want to check over on steelsoldiers.com, but the 2.5 tons is the weight the truck could carry off road. Much like the M37 was rated 3/4 ton we know that on pavement the truck can carry a lot more than that.

rrhillm37 wrote:Does anyone know of the weight of The GMC M-135 Truck, Cargo, 2 1/2 Ton 6x6 "rear single wheel tanden and does it weigh 2 1/2 tons? and also need the wheel base. thanks for your help.

M-37 Richard

The truck you mentioned will go in the 12,000# range. The later model M35 cargo trucks go somewhat over 13,000#.

Ok I think I got it, thanks very much!!!.I think my M-37 is going to have a big sister "M-135" and the price is right.

Richard

Know what you are getting into, make sure the motor runs and especially if the transmission works. If the transmission is bad, run real fast the other direction unless you have a lot of time and money. Been there - done that.
Proud owner of a M-135 Tom @ Snake River

I agree with Tom, I would steer away from it anyway because of the transmission even if it is OK now. I used to upkeep these trucks for fire depts., maintenance issues are MANY. Parts are high & getting to be few. There is a reason the price is right, most people who know the business run from them, seriously. You will be much happier with a M35A2.

With regard to the transmission, you didn't say whether "your" M135 had a manual or an automatic transmission in it. The automatic transmission is the one that makes people run the other way. In good condition, it's a very strong transmission but it shifts so abruptly that you'll think you're going to get whiplash every time it shifts. The less common manual transmission allows you to control when and how smoothly it shifts. I know a local guy who has several M135s and he much prefers the automatic transmission models, but that's his preference. The way I see it, it's entirely up to you. If it's in good shape, buy it. Then, if you don't like it, you can always sell it.

Lots of good advice here Richard and I am not going to steer you away from your find-if the deal is that good and you know what you are getting into, I encourage you to do go for it! The M135 is a rare bird to begin with, so it is likely you'd have the only one for miles around and are sure to get positive remarks whenever you're out and about.

BTW I'm sure you saw Rambo plowing over the police cruisers in an M135 in First Blood!
Just my 2 cents,
Gary

Yes,! He said the motor and running gear are in excellent condition.Its a Canadian 1953 m-135 6x6 he want $2500.00 for the truck and two military trailers so I think thats not to bad.
So if I was to get it, should I change the oil in the Tranny right away? and what type of oil?
Oh I think the axles are worth that much, is there any intrchangable parts to put on the M-37?

thanks for the heads up Oh thats a nice crane set up on snake rivers m135.

Richard

Two trailers are included? For a mere $2,500 Cdn, I'd jump on that deal with both feet!!

When buying an "unknown," it's always a good idea to change the lubricants unless you know (or he can prove) that it's been done recently.

I beleve that after we rebuild my transmission we used ATF DEXRON. The std trannys were never mil issue. They were an aftermarket conversion.
Here is a link to a picture of my M-135 http://www.snakeriver4x4.com/trucks.html