Jeep History - 1949-1953 JEEP CJ-3A

Jeep History - 1949-1953 JEEP CJ-3A

The CJ-3A is considered by many to be the father of recreation vehicles. Introduced in late 1948, the CJ-3A was very similar to the previous model, but featured refinements over the CJ-2A including: a one-piece windshield with bottom vent and dual bottom-mounted wipers, a more robust transmission, transfer case, and beefier Spicer 44-2 rear axle.

A farm version was offered from 1951-1953 and featured more farm centric options, including a hydraulic lift, engine governor, drawbar, driveshaft guards and heavy-duty springs.

The Jeep Tractor was a stripped-down version of the CJ-3A. It was bare bones to the point of having only one seat, no lights, front shocks, horn, tailgate or windshield. The Jeep Tractor featured a hydraulic 3-point lift and drawbar - and plenty of guts!

The engines were visually identical to the 2-series, "Go-Devil," but featured revised piston and valve-tappet clearances, as well as a different flywheel. Front passenger leg and knee room were improved (rear passengers lost some room).

29th Aug 2023

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