M109 Versus M185

[ARMYMAN30YearsPlus]

OK I like many of you may be am in for an M109 currently I see a bunch and one is showing an M 185 the look the same what is the difference? Inquiring minds want to know.

 

[Boatcarpenter]

This may help
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/index.php?name=PNphpBB2&file=printview&t=24636&start=0
http://www.olive-drab.com/idphoto/id_photos_m109.php3
http://www.tpub.com/content/trucks2.5ton/TM-9-2320-209-34P/
BC

 

[ARMYMAN30YearsPlus]

Thanks that is just what I needed to know. Should I kill this thread?

 

[jesusgatos]

I can't get the link to the old forum to work, can't find anything searching, and I'd like to know too. What are the differences between these trucks?

 

[Opie]

The vehicles are the same, the M185 designation is used when a particular set of tools/equipment are part of the truck's inventory.

Example: My truck is an M109, but has a plate in the cab stating when a equipment for "Shop set, Field Maintenance, Signal Corps" is installed, it is to be designated as an M185.

Shop Set Manual: http://www.tpub.com/content/shopequipment/TB-9-4940-548-30/0612350001.htm

 

[M1028A1ShelterCarrier]

I just got an M185a3 a few weeks ago. I was wondering the same thing prior to getting mine. The only difference that Ive noticed so far during my overhaul, is that the M185 has a huge additional DC plug below the AC plug. The shop van box is slightly wired differently.

 

[jesusgatos]

Ah, got it. Thanks.

 

[Michael]

Here is a link to the first link in post #2:

View topic - My "new" M185A3 :: Steel Soldiers :: Military Vehicles Supersite

 

[uscgmatt]

What is the switch for by the air filter indicator?

Thanks
Matt