Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis is proud to digitally present
this 1961 Jeep FC150 Dump Truck.
Built during an era when vehicles were designed first and foremost
to work, the Jeep Forward Control series was unlike anything else
on the road. Introduced for commercial, municipal, and industrial
use, the FC150 placed the cab over the front axle to maximize
visibility, maneuverability, and payload-long before "cab-over"
became a buzzword. This was engineering driven by function, not
fashion.
Finished in a striking blue exterior over a black interior, this
FC150 carries its utilitarian roots with confidence. The compact,
upright cab provides commanding forward visibility, while the short
wheelbase and four-wheel-drive capability made these trucks
indispensable on job sites, farms, and rural roads alike.
Power comes from Jeep's trusted 134 cubic inch Hurricane
inline-four engine, paired with a 3-speed manual transmission.
Known for durability and straightforward serviceability, this
drivetrain reflects the FC150's original mission: dependable
performance in demanding conditions, day after day.
What truly sets this example apart is its conversion to a dump
truck configuration. Equipped with a Dumper Dog dump bed rated at
approximately 6,000 pounds, this FC150 transforms from a curiosity
into a fully functional piece of working history. Whether imagined
hauling gravel, soil, firewood, or supplies, it remains a reminder
of a time when trucks earned their keep through honest labor.
Numerous replaced components further support its readiness for
continued use and enjoyment.
Today, vehicles like this occupy a special place in the collector
market. They appeal not only to Jeep enthusiasts, but to those who
appreciate mechanical honesty, industrial design, and the charm of
purpose-built machines. It's the kind of truck that sparks
conversation everywhere it goes-because very few people have ever
seen one, let alone owned one.
This 1961 Jeep FC150 Dump Truck isn't just vintage-it's functional
history, preserved with character intact.
This vehicle can be seen at the St. Louis Showroom located at 1237
Central Park Drive, O'Fallon IL 62269.
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