In 1951, a contract was granted to Ford Motor Company to develop a Military Utility Tactical Truck (MUTT) to replace the ageing MB/GPW, M38 and M38A1. Various prototypes were developed, but the vehicle that was accepted by Army's Ordinance Truck Automotive Command (OTAC) had an all-steel, integral chassis/body unit, all-wheel independent suspension, 24-volt waterproofed electrical system, two/four wheel drive, and a four-speed, single transfer transmission. The first production contract was awarded to Ford in 1960, and the vehicles were issued to the military with designation of M151. In 1963, a revised version of the truck was developed, featuring a heavier-duty rear suspension. This was designated the M151A1. This addressed an issue with suspension problems on the original M151 due to additional weapons and loads. Paint colors needed: Flat Black, Silver, Gunmetal, Light Brown, Khaki, Metallic Grey, and Olive Drab.
 | This plastic model kit requires plastic cement and paint for assembly, and they are sold separately. |
