In order to cut down development and production costs, Ford decided to use frames, motors brakes, etc from the civil machines as much as possible. For the WOT3 30cwt. model the frame of the popular 7V model was used; relocating pedals, steering and adding a V8 85cv gas motor, military wheels and a wooden box for carrying loads. The new and Spartan cabin was developed and stamped by Briggs Motor Bodies, with the bare minimum production tooling, a simple piece designed for easy assembly and repair. The first series was called WOT3A, and series 3B, 3C, 3D and 3E followed. The design was being refined during the conflict. The result was a simple, cheap and trustworthy truck although it didn't have enough horsepower at times. This vehicle was used by the three Armies in innumerable variants and for innumerable purposes.
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