The book "US WWII GMC CCKW 2 12Ton 6x6 Air Compressor Trucks Mess Trucks Radio Trucks Rocket Launcher Trucks Tankograd Technical Manual Series 6023" provides an in-depth look at the development and use of these specialized vehicles during World War II. The book covers the history of the GMC CCKW 2 trucks, which were used for various purposes such as air compressors, mess trucks, radio trucks, and rocket launchers. It explores how these vehicles were developed and adapted to meet the needs of the military during wartime, and how they contributed to the war effort. The book begins by discussing the background of the GMC CCKW 2 trucks, which were produced by General Motors between 1941 and 1945. These trucks were designed to be versatile and reliable, with a 12-ton capacity and a 6x6 wheel configuration that allowed them to handle rough terrain and heavy loads. They were used in a variety of roles, including as air compressors, mess trucks, radio trucks, and rocket launchers. Each of these roles required different modifications to the vehicle, such as additional equipment or armor plating, and the book examines these modifications in detail. The book then delves into the specifics of each role, beginning with the air compressor trucks. These vehicles were equipped with large air compressors that could power pneumatic tools and equipment, allowing soldiers to perform tasks such as tire changing and engine overhauls in the field.

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