TRAILER FRONT PANEL
Trailer front panel
For 1/4 ton jeep trailer
Reproduction front panel for restoration of WWII 1/4 ton jeep trailers. This stamped steel panel forms the front of the trailer body and features the correct pressings and mounting points. The data plate was originally mounted on the driver's side of this panel.
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Material Pressed steel |
Type Body panel |
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Application 1/4 ton jeep trailer |
Finish Reproduction |
Features
- Stamped steel with correct pressings
- Pre-drilled mounting holes
- Data plate mounting location prepared
- Suitable for complete trailer restoration
- Primer finish (to be painted)
★ Quality reproduction manufactured to original specifications. Essential component when restoring oxidised or damaged trailer bodies.
Application
Suitable for WWII-type 1/4 ton jeep trailers (Willys MBT and Bantam T-3 models). These trailers were used during World War Two as cargo trailers behind Willys MB and Ford GPW jeeps.
Installation notes
The panel is welded or riveted to the trailer body. Ensure all mounting points are correctly aligned with the side panels and floor before making permanent connections. Data plate is mounted with 4 screws or rivets on the driver's side.
Compatibility
Fits Willys MBT and Bantam T-3 trailers. Note: post-war civilian variants (T-3C) may have different dimensions. Check your original panel before ordering.
Historical context
The front panel of the 1/4 ton trailer carried the important data plate with serial number and manufacturer information. During WWII, Willys-Overland produced approximately 60,000 MBT trailers and Bantam over 73,000 T-3 trailers.
This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.
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.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.