M35A2 Deuce-and-a-Half

M35A2 Deuce-and-a-Half

The M35A2 "Deuce-and-a-Half": the US Army's 2.5-ton 6x6 truck, in service for decades from the 1960s on. This mod adds four versions on the same chassis and cab, each with its own entry in the depot.

I built these trucks from scratch: every part of the model, from the frame and cab to the wheels, bodies, markings and weathering, was made for this mod. No ripped or purchased models were used.

Four versions

• M35A2 Cargo: the classic steel cargo bed under a canvas cover on five bows, with the rear flap rolled up so you can see the load. Carries goods, which show in the bed as it loads.
• M49 Fuel Tanker: a three-compartment fuel tank with manhole covers, hoses carried on the side ledge and FLAMMABLE markings. Carries liquids.
• M35A2 Dump: a ribbed steel dump body with a cab protector. Carries bulk goods, which fill the box as it loads. When it unloads, the box tips up on its telescopic hoist, the tailgate swings open, and everything lowers again afterwards.
• M35A2 Flatbed: a wooden plank deck with a steel headboard and low wooden stake racks. Carries flatbed cargo such as steel, timber and planks, which show on the deck.

Four liveries for every version

Each version comes in four finishes, listed as variants of its depot entry, for 16 vehicles in total.

• Olive drab: the classic US Army finish with white stars, unit and bumper markings.
• Woodland: NATO three-colour green, brown and black camouflage, without national markings.
• Desert: solid desert tan with black inverted-V recognition chevrons.
• Grey: a plain grey finish without markings.

Every livery keeps the dirt and wear, and the fuel tanker keeps its FLAMMABLE and NO SMOKING warnings.

In-game specifications

• Available from: 1962
• Maximum speed: 80 km/h (50 mph)
• Engine: 100 kW (134 hp) multifuel
• Capacity: 20 (cargo, dump and flatbed) or 16 (tanker)

Features

• Dump body that tips when unloading, with a working telescopic hoist and tailgate
• Cab interior with a seated driver, gauges and stencilled placards
• Working headlights, tail lights, brake lights and turn signals
• Exhaust smoke from the stack's rain cap
• Dirt and rust that build up as the truck ages
• Markings and stencils for each version and livery
• Base-game truck sounds
• Three levels of detail for viewing at different distances