Lesson 2
FIGURE 7. M561 CARGO TRUCK.
The M561 cargo truck may be used for carrying personnel or cargo. It is also used for carrying
communication shelters.
The M792 ambulance is designed for three litter patients. It is equipped with warm-air ducts and
an insulated canopy.
The high mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicle (HHMWV)
The 1 - ton HMMWV is designed for use on all types of roads and cross-country terrain in all
weather conditions. The vehicle, powered by a V-8 diesel engine, has four driving wheels, a three-
speed power transmission, and a constant four-wheel drive. It is equipped with four-wheel,
hydraulic-assist, disc brakes and power steering. The basic truck may be configured for a wide
variety of functions.
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