The DUKW (GMC type nomenclature, colloquially known as Duck) is a six-wheel-drive amphibious modification of the 2 + 1 ⁄ 2-ton CCKW trucks used by the U.S. military during World War II and the Korean War.

DUKW, 2.5-ton six-wheel amphibious truck used in World War II by the U.S. Army and Marine Corps. DUKW is a manufacturer’s code, with D indicating the model year, 1942; U the body style, utility (amphibious); K all-wheel drive; and W dual rear axles. Also called a duck, the vehicle was shaped like a boat.

2023年1月12日 · Built by the General Motors Corporation from 1942 to 1945, the DUKW was a six-wheel amphibious truck on a 2.5-ton chassis whose letters stood for (in GMC lingo) the year it was introduced (“D”-1942); its purpose (“U”-Utility); …

The GMC DUKW ("D" - year 1942, "U" - utility, "K" - all-wheel drive, "W" - twin rear axles) was soon colloquially known as the "duck" to both US Army and Marine infantrymen. This strange vehicle was massively produced and soldiered all around the globe, from the Mediterranean to Europe, Russia, the Pacific and the Far East.

2018年1月14日 · The DUKW, also known as the “Duck,” was a six-wheeled amphibious vehicle used in World War II by the US military for transporting good and personnel over water. It was excellent at approaching and crossing beaches. The DUKW was only intended to last long enough for combat. What does it stand for? The name “DUKW” comes from …

2024年5月17日 · This DUKW is a 6×6 amphibious vehicle that was originally produced under contract to the US Military in the 1940s and was later modified for recreational tours in Seattle, Washington.

Built around the Banjo axle GMC 6x6 chassis, the DUKW has the same GMC 270 cubic inch engine and transmission. It has a very low seaboard but can handle some surprisingly rough seas.

美军“dukw”水陆两用运输车 ，W指双后车轴,于42年至44年投入使用，其主要之功能在于登陆作战中从货船中将上陆部队所需的补给品或兵员运送至岸上,对於欧洲及太平洋战场的盟军反攻作出贡献,战后亦军援各盟国及美国州警使用。

2022年9月9日 · The DUKW amphibious vehicle is arguably the most phenomenal innovation during World War II. It’s remarkably ingenious and highly versatile, and the timing of its emergence it’s just...

The DUKW (popularly pronounced "duck") is a six-wheel-drive amphibious truck that was designed by General Motors Corporation during World War II for transporting goods and troops over land and water and for use approaching and crossing beaches in amphibious attacks. The DUKW was initially rejected by the armed services.