CABLE SPEEDOMETER M201 TYPE
Speedometer cable M201
Hotchkiss M201
Speedometer cable specific for the French Hotchkiss M201. This cable connects the speedometer on the dashboard to the drive on the gearbox, ensuring accurate speed registration.
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Type Flexible steel inner cable with outer casing |
Connection Speedometer to transfer case |
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Vehicle Hotchkiss M201 |
Production period 1955-1966 |
Features
- Specific for Hotchkiss M201
- Complete with inner and outer cable
- Fitted with correct end fittings
- Connects dashboard to transfer case
- Suitable for original speedometer
★ Replacement for defective or worn speedometer cable on French military jeeps.
Application
Suitable for Hotchkiss M201 military jeeps, produced between 1955 and 1966. The M201 was the French licence version of the Willys MB, built by Hotchkiss for the French army.
Installation notes
The cable runs from the speedometer on the dashboard, through the firewall via a rubber grommet, along the frame to the transfer case on the passenger side. Ensure correct routing and fastening with clips. Lubricate the inner cable if necessary for smooth operation.
Compatibility
Note: whilst the M201 is largely compatible with Willys MB parts, there may be subtle differences in cable lengths or fittings between early and late M201 models. Check the mounting points before installation.
Historical context
The Hotchkiss M201 was produced from 1955 to 1966 as a French licence version of the American Willys MB. In total, Hotchkiss built 27,628 examples, primarily for the French army, and remained in service until 2000.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
