The M656is a 5-ton 8x8 U.S. military heavy cargo truck. It was used to support the Pershing 1a missile system.

Development

The M656 vehicles evolved from the XM543E2 program. The testing program ended in 1964.

Variants

  • XM656- Prototype M656
  • XM757- Prototype M757
  • XM791- Prototype M791
  • M656- Cargo version used to carry the Pershing 1a missile Programmer Test Station and Power Station
  • M757- Tractor used to tow M790 Pershing 1a missile erector launcher
  • M791- Van version used for the Pershing 1a Battery Control Central
  • M656 cargo truck
  • M757 tractor
  • M791 van

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