CMP vehicles in service with the Royal Netherlands Army

[Alex van de Wetering]

Is there a logic, or system, that you are aware of for the 5-digit numbering system showing up on these RNA vehicles?

David,

Someone once told me that the 5 digits were just the last 5 of the original Canadian Census numbers, but I have never checked if this is indeed the case.

Alex

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Colonel Schafroth directing maneuvers at Oldebroek, The Netherlands. Date: 8 april 1948

Note this C15A Cab 13 is fitted with a 2B1 body, not common on C15A’s. Part of the Foliage Pattern (a.k.a. Mickey Mouse) camouflage is still visible on the tilt. Also note two “aftermarket” headlights fitted instead of the original ones.

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[Alex van de Wetering]

Note this C15A Cab 13 is fitted with a 2B1 body, not common on C15A’s.

Any ideas on the second in line??? C8A, like the HUW behind? D-rings and bumper seem different from the C15A in front.

Alex

[David Dunlop]

Also, what is that white angular arm mounted where the original Chev mirror bracket was located on the upper door hinge assembly?

I thought it was a folding mirror bracket but cannot see any mirror fitted, round or rectangular.

David

[Alex van de Wetering]

Also, what is that white angular arm mounted where the original Chev mirror bracket was located on the upper door hinge assembly

David, looks like a trafficator (indicator). I think some late war British softskins came with these fitted as standard(?).