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1942-45 GMC DUKW353 Amphibious

GMC DUKW Amphibious

The General Motors Truck Company, better known as GMC, was formed in 1911. GMC is a division of General Motors, and throughout its life has focused on making a range of trucks and utility vehicles, most of which are nearly idential upmarket versions of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/">Chevrolet</a> products. Early GMC models such as the Model 15 and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/model-16/">Model 16</a> helped establish the company&#39;s reputation, while the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/new-design/">New Design</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/blue-chip-series/">Blue Chip Series</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/ck/">C/K</a> cemented GMC as one of the most popular truck brands in America. Other notable models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/">Suburban</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/">Sierra</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/jimmy/">Jimmy</a> have been built over the years, as well as the performance focused <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/syclone/">Syclone</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/typhoon/">Typhoon</a>.

The General Motors Truck Company, better known as GMC, was formed in 1911. GMC is a division of General Motors, and throughout its life has…

DUKW Amphibious

The GMC DUKW, also known as the Duck, was a series of military amphibious vehicles introduced in 1942. The DUKW was an amphibious transport created for WW2, and featured on-road, off-road, and marine capabilities. The Duck was powered by a 4.0L inline six engine capable of driving all six wheels, or the propeller. Production of the GMC DUKW ended in 1945. After their military service, it is common to see Ducks being used as tourism vehicles around the world.

The GMC DUKW, also known as the Duck, was a series of military amphibious vehicles introduced in 1942. The DUKW was an amphibious transport…

GMC Model 16

The GMC Model 16 was an early truck model introduced in 1917. The Model 16 was a 3/4 ton truck offered in closed and open body styles, and was powered by a 35hp inline four engine. Production of the GMC Model 16 lasted until 1926, with only a few believed to exist today.

The GMC Model 16 was an early truck model introduced in 1917. The Model 16 was a 3/4 ton truck offered in closed and open body styles, and…

Model 16

GMC T & F Series

The GMC T &amp; F Series was a family of trucks introduced in 1936. The T &amp; F Series were upmarket versions of the Chevrolet Master truck offerings, and were offered for a variety of uses. These trucks were available in a range of layouts, including pickup, panel van, and flat bed. These trucks featured notable variants like the T14, and T16, and were powered by a 3.4L inline four engine. The GMC T &amp; F Series was the last family of trucks built by GMC that featured the same styling as the Chevrolet versions. Production of the T &amp; F Series lasted until 1938, and the models were replaced by the GMC A Series.

The GMC T & F Series was a family of trucks introduced in 1936. The T & F Series were upmarket versions of the Chevrolet Master truck…

T & F Series

GMC Suburban

The GMC Suburban was a series of full size SUVs introduced in 1937. The GMC Suburban was an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/suburban">Chevrolet Suburban</a>, and has been offered as a wagon, carryall, and SUV during its long production life. The GMC Suburban was built in eight generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1935-1940)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1941-1946)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1947-1954)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1955-1959)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/5th-gen/">5th Gen (1960-1966)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/6th-gen/">6th Gen (1967-1972)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/7th-gen/">7th Gen (1973-1991)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/suburban/8th-gen/">8th Gen (1992-1999)</a>. The Suburban was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/yukon/">GMC Yukon XL</a>.

The GMC Suburban was a series of full size SUVs introduced in 1937. The GMC Suburban was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet Suburban, and…

Suburban

GMC A Series

The GMC A Series was a family of trucks introduced in 1939. The A Series was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet Master trucks, and was built in two main versions, AF and AC, with AF variants being cab over engine trucks. The AC was offered for a variety of uses, but was mainly available as a pickup or panel van. A 3.4L inline six engine was used for the A Series, which was built until 1940, and replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/c-e-series/">GMC C &amp; E Series</a>.

The GMC A Series was a family of trucks introduced in 1939. The A Series was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet Master trucks, and was…

A Series

GMC C & E Series

The GMC C &amp; E Series was a family of trucks introduced for the 1941 model year. The C &amp; E Series was an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/ak-series/">Chevrolet AK Series</a>, which were also known as the &#39;Art Deco&#39; trucks. GMC offered the C &amp; E range in a variety of configurations, including pickup, cab over engine, and combination bus. Over the course of production, a 3.5L or 3.7L inline six engine powered the C &amp; E Series, which was produced until 1947 and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/new-design/">GMC New Design</a>.

The GMC C & E Series was a family of trucks introduced for the 1941 model year. The C & E Series was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet…

C & E Series

GMC New Design

The GMC New Design was a family of trucks introduced for the 1948 model year. The New Design was an upscale version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/advance-design/">Chevrolet Advance Design</a>, and while largely offered as a pickup truck, other body styles such as panel van were produced. New Design trucks were initially powered by a 3.5L inline six engine, but from 1954, a 3.9L and 4.3L inline six were available. GMC produced the New Design range of trucks until 1955, when they were replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/blue-chip-series/">GMC Blue Chip Series</a>.

The GMC New Design was a family of trucks introduced for the 1948 model year. The New Design was an upscale version of the Chevrolet…

New Design

GMC Blue Chip Series

The GMC Blue Chip Series was a range of trucks introduced for the 1955 model year. The Blue Chip Series was an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/task-force/">Chevrolet Task Force</a>, and featured an updated, more angular design than its <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/new-design/">GMC New Design</a> predecessor. This new line of trucks were available as 1955 models, which was the same year as New Design production was winding down. Although both models share the 1955 model year, they are easily distinguishable by their different styling. While the most well known Blue Chip variant was the light duty version, a wide range trucks were also produced for commercial uses, all of which were powered by a selection of inline six and V8 engines. In 1958, the model received a styling update that notably added dual headlights and a wider front grill. Production of the GMC Blue Chip Series ended in 1959, and it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/ck/">GMC C/K</a>.

The GMC Blue Chip Series was a range of trucks introduced for the 1955 model year. The Blue Chip Series was an upmarket version of the…

Blue Chip Series

GMC C/K

The GMC C/K was a series of pickup trucks introduced for the 1960 model year. These trucks were upmarket versions of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/ck/">Chevrolet C/K</a> trucks with which they shared a name. Throughout their production life, C/Ks were offered in two or four wheel drive, with two wheel drive variants designated &#39;C&#39;, and four wheel drive variants designated as &#39;K.&#39; GMC offered the C/K in light, medium, and heavy duty models, all available with a wide range of inline six, V6, and V8 engines. Three generations were produced: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/ck/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1960-1966)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/ck/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1967-1972)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/ck/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1973-1987)</a>. While production of the Chevrolet C/K continued after 1987, GMC versions were known as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/">GMC Sierra</a> from 1987 onward.

The GMC C/K was a series of pickup trucks introduced for the 1960 model year. These trucks were upmarket versions of the Chevrolet C/K…

GMC Handi-Van

The GMC Handi-Van was a series of vans based on the Chevrolet Van. Introduced in 1964, the Handi-Van was available in van, or bus configuration, with the bus being known as the Handi-Bus. These rear wheel drive vans were fitted with inline four, inline six, or V8 engines, and were produced until 1970.

The GMC Handi-Van was a series of vans based on the Chevrolet Van. Introduced in 1964, the Handi-Van was available in van, or bus…

Handi-Van

GMC Jimmy

The GMC Jimmy was a series of full size SUVs introduced for the 1970 model year. The Jimmy was an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/k5-blazer/">Chevrolet K5 Blazer</a>, and was available in two or four wheel drive configurations. While the Jimmy was a full size SUV, the concept around the vehicle was to offer a shortbed pickup with ample interior space and luxuries. Until 1975, Jimmys were offered with a full removable hardtop, but starting in 1976, a half-cab design was utilized. Over the course of production, a range of naturally aspirated inline six and V8 engines were available on both the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/jimmy/1st-gen/">First Generation (1970-1972)</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/jimmy/2nd-gen/">Second Generation (1973-1991)</a>. The GMC Jimmy was built until 1991, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/yukon/">GMC Yukon</a>.

The GMC Jimmy was a series of full size SUVs introduced for the 1970 model year. The Jimmy was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet K5…

Jimmy

GMC Sprint

The GMC Sprint was a series of coupe utilities introduced for the 1971 model year. The Sprint was largely an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/el-camino/">Chevrolet El Camino</a>, and was built on the GM A-Body. GMC offered the Sprint in Standard and Custom trim levels, and with a selection of one inline six engine, or four V8 options. The inline six option was only available on Standard trimmed examples. Production of the GMC Sprint lasted until 1977, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/caballero/">GMC Caballero</a>.

The GMC Sprint was a series of coupe utilities introduced for the 1971 model year. The Sprint was largely an upmarket version of the…

Sprint

GMC Vandura

The GMC Vandura was a series of full size vans introduced for the 1971 model year. The Vandura was GMC&#39;s version of the Chevrolet Van, and was offered with a selection of inline six, V6, or V8 engines. Production of the Vandura ended in 1995 with the introduction of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/savana/">GMC Savana</a>.

The GMC Vandura was a series of full size vans introduced for the 1971 model year. The Vandura was GMC's version of the Chevrolet Van, and…

Vandura

GMC Motorhome

The GMC Motorhome was a series of recreational vehciles introduced for the 1973 model year. The Motorhome was the only R/V created by one of major automotive manufacturers that was built completely in house, although coachbuilt options and builders could be selected by the buyer. A 23 or 26 foot wheelbase was offered, as were two V8 engine options (6.6L, 7.5L). A total of 12,291 Motorhomes were built before the end of production in 1978.

The GMC Motorhome was a series of recreational vehciles introduced for the 1973 model year. The Motorhome was the only R/V created by one…

Motorhome

GMC Caballero

The GMC Caballero was a series of coupe utilities introduced for the 1978 model year. The Caballero was the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sprint/">GMC Sprint</a> and was largely an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/el-camino/">Chevrolet El Camino</a>. The Caballero was built on the GM A-Body from 1978 until 1981, and on the GM G-Body from 1982 until 1987. A selection of V6 and V8 engines were available on the Caballero, as was the notable &#39;Diablo&#39; package. Production of the GMC Caballero ended in 1987.

The GMC Caballero was a series of coupe utilities introduced for the 1978 model year. The Caballero was the successor to the GMC Sprint and…

Caballero

GMC TopKick

The GMC TopKick was a series of medium duty trucks introduced in 1980. The TopKick was a premium version of the Chevrolet Kodiak, and has seen numerous uses and configurations during its production. A wide range of inline 6 and V8 gasoline and diesel engines in have been offered on the TopKick, which was in production until 2009.

The GMC TopKick was a series of medium duty trucks introduced in 1980. The TopKick was a premium version of the Chevrolet Kodiak, and has…

TopKick

GMC S-15 / Sonoma

The GMC S-15 / Sonoma was a series of compact trucks introduced for the 1982 model year. This series of trucks was launched as the GMC S-15, but starting in 1991, the model became known as the Sonoma. These trucks were upmarket versions of the Chevrolet S-10, and were built in two generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/s-15-sonoma/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1982-1993)</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/s-15-sonoma/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1994-2004)</a>.

The GMC S-15 / Sonoma was a series of compact trucks introduced for the 1982 model year. This series of trucks was launched as the GMC…

S-15 / Sonoma

GMC S-15 Jimmy

The GMC S-15 Jimmy was a series of compact SUVs intoduced for the 1983 model year. The S-15 Jimmy was an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/s10-blazer/">Chevrolet S-10 Blazer</a>, and were built in two or four door body styles during its lifespan. Two generations of the S-15 Jimmy were built (1983-1994, 1995-2005), both of which were offered in two or four wheel drive variants. A range of inline four and V6 engines were offered on the GMC S-15 Jimmy, which was produced until 2005.

The GMC S-15 Jimmy was a series of compact SUVs intoduced for the 1983 model year. The S-15 Jimmy was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet…

S-15 Jimmy

GMC Safari

The GMC Safari was a series of vans introduced for the 1985 model year. The Safari was an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/astro/">Chevrolet Astro</a>. GMC offered the Safari in passenger and cargo configurations, and with inline four or V6 engines. Production of the Safari took place in two generations (1985-1994, 1995-2005), with model being discontinued in 2005.

The GMC Safari was a series of vans introduced for the 1985 model year. The Safari was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet Astro. GMC…

Safari

GMC Sierra

The GMC Sierra was a series of full size pickup trucks introduced for the 1988 model year. Previously, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/">GMC</a> had used the Sierra name to designate their top trim level, but in 1988, the Sierra became its own model. The Sierra has been built in five generations, the first of which was based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/ck/">Chevrolet C/K</a>, and the most recent four being based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/silverado/">Chevrolet Silverado</a>. Over the course of production, the Sierra has been offered in light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty (known as 1500, 2500, and 3500 respectively), and with a range of different cab configurations. The five generations of Sierra are as follows: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1988-2002)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1999-2007)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (2007-2013)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/4th-gen/">4th Gen (2014-2019)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/sierra/5th-gen/">5th Gen (2019-)</a>.

The GMC Sierra was a series of full size pickup trucks introduced for the 1988 model year. Previously, GMC had used the Sierra name to…

Sierra

GMC Syclone

The GMC Syclone is a high-performance variant of the GMC Sonoma. This pickup truck featured a turbocharged 4.3L V6 engine. At the time of its release, it was the fastest production truck in the world. A little over 3,000 cars were produced in total, with the vast majority being built in 1991.

The GMC Syclone is a high-performance variant of the GMC Sonoma. This pickup truck featured a turbocharged 4.3L V6 engine. At the time of…

Syclone

GMC Typhoon

The GMC Typhoon was the high performance version of the Jimmy SUV. Featuring an almost identical 4.3L turbocharged powertrain as the Syclone, the Typhoon's performance put it in a category SUVs had never been before. Unlike the Syclone pickup truck which was only offered in black, the Typhoon was offered a variety of colors.

The GMC Typhoon was the high performance version of the Jimmy SUV. Featuring an almost identical 4.3L turbocharged powertrain as the…

Typhoon

GMC Yukon

The GMC Yukon is a series of SUVs introduced for the 1992 model year. The Yukon is an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/tahoe/">Chevrolet Tahoe</a> and has largely been fitted with a range of V8 engines during its production. The GMC Yukon has been produced in five generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/yukon/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1992-1999)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/yukon/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (2000-2006)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/yukon/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (2007-2014)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/yukon/4th-gen/">4th Gen (2015-2020)</a>, and 5th Gen (2021-).

The GMC Yukon is a series of SUVs introduced for the 1992 model year. The Yukon is an upmarket version of the Chevrolet Tahoe and has…

Yukon

GMC Savana

The GMC Savana was a series of full size vans introduced for the 1996 model year. The Savana was GMC&#39;s version of the Chevrolet Express, and was offered with V6 or V8 powerplants. Production of the GMC Savana ended in 2014.

The GMC Savana was a series of full size vans introduced for the 1996 model year. The Savana was GMC's version of the Chevrolet Express,…

Savana

GMC Envoy

The GMC Envoy was a series of mid-sized SUVs introduced for the 1998 model year. The Envoy was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet Trailblazer, and was offered in rear or four wheel drive configurations. A selection of inline six or V8 engines were available on the GMC Envoy, which was in production until 2009.

The GMC Envoy was a series of mid-sized SUVs introduced for the 1998 model year. The Envoy was an upmarket version of the Chevrolet…

Envoy

GMC Canyon

The GMC Canyon was a series of compact and mid-sized pickup trucks introduced for the 2004 model year. The Canyon is an upmarket version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/colorado/">Chevrolet Colorado</a>, and has been offered in two generations: 1st Gen (2004-2012), and 2nd Gen (2013-2020). The initial generation of Canyon was created to follow up the compact <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/s-15-sonoma/">GMC Sonoma</a>, but for the second generation, the Canyon became a mid-size model.

The GMC Canyon was a series of compact and mid-sized pickup trucks introduced for the 2004 model year. The Canyon is an upmarket version of…

GMC DUKW Amphibious(1942 to 1945)

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