The wiki: The DUKW (colloquially known as Duck) is a six-wheel-drive amphibious modification of the 2½ ton CCKW trucks used by the U.S. military during World War II and the Korean War. The DUKW was used for the transportation of goods and troops over land and water. Excelling at approaching and crossing beaches in amphibious warfare attacks, it was intended only to last long enough to meet the demands of combat.
This model tops out around 55MPH on land and about 14MPH in the water. Use W/S for forward/reverse, and roll to turn. AG1 will activate the in-water thrust and rudder for steering. VTOL down will open the Hood so you can inspect the engine bay.
As always, let me know if you have any suggestions for improvement or a vehicle you would like to see. Thank you for stopping by to look, and enjoy your drive!!
Specifications
Spotlights
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General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 8.6ft (2.6m)
- Length 30.4ft (9.3m)
- Height 9.0ft (2.7m)
- Empty Weight 7,975lbs (3,617kg)
- Loaded Weight 9,304lbs (4,220kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.449
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.005
- Wing Loading 4,610.2lbs/ft2 (22,508.9kg/m2)
- Wing Area 2.0ft2 (0.2m2)
- Drag Points 5535
Parts
- Number of Parts 229
- Control Surfaces 0
- Performance Cost 785
I got it to go 90 on land
@Sgtk ok
@danman12 I looked at it again this morning. It did float, before I added the barrels. Whoops. Last minute details. I XML'd them to zero mass but you could remove them as well and it'll float just fine.
I've road in one of these in Branson Missouri, and we took it in water for a while and btw it's suppose to float, just saying, my dude, but great job anyway
Thank you @mobilecreator
@Scaniagek That IS totally awesome!
Thank you @DestinyAviation
@F104Deathtrap my granddad has one and iT is f ing owesome
@Sgtk I've never been to Europe, but I have read there are rivers every 50 miles or so throughout the coninent. Vehicles like this were vital supply lines, especially on the offensive. When I see people posting about the heavy German tanks, all I can think is "good luck actually getting anywhere in that thing," but I suppose mobility is less of an issue when the front comes to you.
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Thank you both!! Yes they are very loud. Nothibg like to doing a quick transfer though and setting sail from the beach at 15 mph upon entry!!
NICE JOB! I rode in one of these, very interesting truck. On one hand, it's got a ton of torque. On the other hand, they top out around 30 or 35 mph, and I mean "oh my god, the engine sounds like it's about to explode" top out. Loud. Very limited gearbox. She certainly swims though, and can even fight the current a bit if she has to. Keep away from the plants, though. Anyone who owns one will tell you how fun it is cleaning seaweed out of the axles, suspension, etc.
Thank you @Phantom1
No problem! :)@Sgtk
Thanks @MadBomber!!
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@Serkonda
Thank you both!!
@JoeAdkinson13
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@SledDriver
Thank you so much!!
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@MEERKAT978
Thank you all!!
@Sgtk np!
@Sgtk alright thanks
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@RedBeard66
Thank you both!!
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Thank you!!
@FGW2014 Just take it out of the duck
they also had the ability to adjust the tire pressure from inside the truck so they could run low pressure on sandy beaches and high pressure on paved surfaces. love the DUK!
I rode on 2 (and drove) in Boston, they are awesome!
@Sgtk can you link it to me? I have to do my homework, no time to search..