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Vehicle Identification - Type D: Flat Fender Power Wagon

DODGE, FARGO & DE SOTO FLAT FENDER POWER WAGON (FFPW)

CIVILIAN & MILITARY EXPORT 1-TON 4X4

CLOSED CAB MODEL YEARS: 1946-1971
EXPORT ONLY YEARS: 1969-1978
OPEN CAB YEARS: 1957-1978
AMBULANCE YEARS:  1951-53 (US NAVY) & 1964-70 (Export Only)

 

Main distinguishing features:

  • Approximately 8" high radiator cowl with protruding radiator cap (radiator can be filled without opening hood)
  • Has chrome “Dodge” name plate attached to radiator cowl, and chrome “Power Wagon” name plates attached to either side of split butterfly style hood
  • Cowl lights mounted on side of cab (until 1964)
  • Available with optional bolt on frame extensions for winch assembly
  • 2-speed 1.96 to 1 New Process 200 transfer case
  • Standard 5.83 axle gear ratio with optional 4.89 ratio available
  • 230 Flathead 6 cylinder engine (1945-60), 251 Flathead 6 cylinder engine (1961-71)

    By far the most popular with collectors of early Dodge 4x4’s, the 1-ton Civilian Power Wagon can be described as legendary. Its chassis and front sheet metal was based on the WC 3/4- ton design with original cab styling and design from the 1939 Dodge civilian truck. It was the first model to actually be named “Power Wagon”.


    Because of its unique older body styling and numerous model #’s, identifying the Civilian 1-Ton Power Wagon and its year of manufacture is generally confusing to most. The first and most obvious way to determine the year would be to find the vehicle serial number. These numbers are stamped in different locations on a truck, depending upon which plant built the truck, and the year of manufacture. 

     

    To find the serial number on a Flat Fender Power Wagon, look

    • on the left or right hand frame rail, just behind the front shock absorber
    • on the left hand frame rail, just behind the front bumper
    • on a metal tag between the left (or right) door hinges on the cab
    • above the driver’s door latch. [Call us if you can’t find the serial number]

       

      With the serial number you can check the last page of our 1945-71 Power Wagon Owner’s Manual, or the first page of the Group 17/18 Shop Manual (see “Books and Manuals” section of this catalog). On those pages, you will find the beginning serial numbers for each year, along with the model number. 
      The engineering code for models with 230 engines was T-137 and it was used as the prefix of the engine serial number stamped on the left side of the block, just below the head.  

       Please note that the list of model numbers below is not complete. If you need help identifying your vehicle, contact us.

      First Series FFPW: 1946-50 (Closed Cab)

      FIRST SERIES US DODGE MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • WDX: 1946-1947
      • B-1-PW: 1948-1949
      • B-2-PW: 1950  

      FIRST SERIES FARGO MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • FK-2-26: 1946-1947
      • F-1-PW: 1948-1949
      • F-2-PW: 1950  

      FIRST SERIES CANADIAN DODGE MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • DFX-2: 1950
      • FNX-2: 1950

      FIRST SERIES DE SOTO MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • S-1-PW: 1948-1949
      • S-2-PW: 1950  

      Additional Distinguishing Features: (4) rectangular stake pockets on each side of the bed; round speedometer with a rectangular gauge cluster on each side. The two rectangular  gauge housings have the instrument lettering on the glass instead of the face of the gauge.  

       SHOP 1ST SERIES 1946-50 FFPW PARTS

       

      Second Series FFPW: 1951-(early)56 (Closed Cab)

      SECOND SERIES US DODGE  MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • B-3-PW: 1951, 1952-(early)1953
      • B-3-PW: late 1953
      • B-4-PW: 1953
      • C-1-PW: 1954
      • C-3-PW: 1955-(early)1956

      SECOND SERIES FARGO MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • F-3-PW: 1951; 1952-(early)1953
      • F-3-PW: late 1953
      • F-4-PW: 1953
      • FC-1-PW: 1954
      • FC-3-PW: 1955-(early)1956

      SECOND SERIES CANADIAN DODGE MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • DGX-2: 1951-1952
      • FOX-2: 1951-1952
      • DHX-2: 1953
      • FPX-2: 1953

      SECOND SERIES DE SOTO MODELS

       

       

      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • S-3-PW: 1951; 1952-(early)1953
      • S-3-PW: late 1953
      • S-4-PW: 1953
      • SC1-PW: 1954
      • SC3-PW: 1955-(early)1956

      Additional Distinguishing Features: (3) slightly curved stake pockets on each side, bed sides are stamped. Looking at these bed sides from the rear, the top rail section of the bed angles out at 45 degrees with a rounded top edge. Group of 4 gauges in center of dash (Fuel, Amp, Temp, Oil) with silver/grey faces.

       SHOP 2ND SERIES 1951-(EARLY)56 FFPW PARTS

       

      Third Series FFPW: 1956(late)-71 (1969-71 Closed Cab Export Only)

      THIRD SERIES US DODGE MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • C-4-PW: Late 1956
      • W300: 1957 (Important note: W300 was only a FFPW model number for 1957, all other W300 years have different body styles.)
      • W300M: 1958-1959
      • WM300: 1960-1971 (1969-1971 Export Only)

      Please note, X30 WM300 models from 1969-1971 can be open cab or closed cab but after 1971 are open cab only. See more on X30 WM300 models below.

      THIRD SERIES FARGO MODELS
      Includes the following years and model numbers:

      • FC-4-PW: Late 1956
      • K6-WM300: 1957
      • WM300: 1691-68

        THIRD SERIES DE SOTO MODELS
        Includes the following years and model numbers:

        • SC-4-PW: Late 1956

        Additional Distinguishing Features: (3) square stake pockets on each side with stamped bed sides. Looking at the bed sides from the rear, the top of the bed is flat, with a rounded edge. Group of 4 gauges in the center of dash (Fuel, Amp, Temp, Oil) with black faces. NP420 Synchronized Transmission also used.

        NOTE: Also included in this series is the 1951-1953 Gerstenslager Ambulance but we have listed parts for this Ambulance in a special section: MILITARY AMBULANCE 1951-53, 1964-70 & OPEN CAB 1957-78

         SHOP 3RD SERIES 1956(LATE)-71 FFPW PARTS

         

        Third Series FFPW Export: 1957-78

        Includes the following model numbers:

        • M601 (Open Cab): 1957-1970
        • M615 Ambulance: 1964-1970
        • X30 WM300 (Open, Cab & Cowl/Chassis Models) 1969-1978
        • Danish WM300: 1962-1971 Open Cab & Closed Cab models were available in 12 Volt & 24 Volt systems.  - Danish Models were mostly equipped with a high-sitting military style bed that does not share parts with WM300 or M601 bed.  The components used on the 24 Volt conversions were many of the same components used on the 24V Canadian M37. Perhaps the most unique part of the Danish Military 12 Volt to 24 Volt conversions was the modification of the 24V Distributor to have the tang centered instead of in the original offset position that you see on the Canadian 24 Volt Systems. Most Danish Closed Cab models were acquired between 1962 and 1969. Most Danish Open Cab were acquired between 1969-1971.

        For Closed Cab Danish Models, see our 
        3RD SERIES FFPW PARTS 
        For Open Cab Danish Models, see our 
        OPEN CAB FFPW EXPORT PARTS 

        For Open Cab & Ambulance Models, see our 
        MILITARY EXPORT - OPEN CAB 1957-78 & AMBULANCE 1951-53, 1964-70

         

             

        Excellent parts availability for “Type D” Power Wagons. SHOP NOW

        1946-71 Closed Cab
        Flat Fender Dodge Power Wagon
        Model, Year, Serial Number & Plant Location 

        "DET." = DETROIT, MI; "S.L." = SAN LEANDRO, CA;

        "L.A." = LOS  ANGELES, CA; "[E]" = EXPORT ONLY

        Model

        Year

        First Serial#

        Last Serial#

        Plant
        WDX
        1946-1947
        83,900,001
        83,906,216
        Det.
        WDX
        1946-1947
        88,750,001
        88,750,894
        L.A.
        B-1-PW
        1948
        83,907,001
        83,911,548
        Det.
        B-1-PW
        1948
        88,759,501
        88,759,912
        L.A.
        B-1-PW
        1949
        83,911,549
        83,915,078
        Det.
        B-1-PW
        1949
        88,759,913
        88,760,162
        L.A.
        B-2-PW
        1950
        83,917,001
        83,921,140
        Det.
        B-2-PW
        1950
        88,766,001
        88,766,296
        S.L.
        B-3-PW
        1951
        83,922,501
        83,926,471
        Det.
        B-3-PW
        1951
        88,766,501
        88,766,833
        S.L.
        B-3-PW
        1952-1953
        83,926,501
        83,934,000
        Det.
        B-3-PW
        1952-1953
        88,766,901
        88,767,500
        S.L.
        B-4-PW
        1953
        83,934,001
        83,937,729
        Det.
        B-4-PW
        1953
        88,767,501
        88,767,693
        S.L.
        C-1-PW
        1954
        83,938,001
        83,943,347
        Det.
        C-1-PW
        1954
        88,768,001
        88,768,126
        S.L.
        C-3-PW
        1955-1956
        83,944,001
        83,949,000
        Det.
        C-4-PW
        1956
        83,949,001
        83,951,794
        Det.
        K6-W300
        1957
        83,952,001
        Det.
        L6-W300M
        1958
        L6WM30-L01001
        M6-W300M
        1959
        M6W3M-L01001
        P6-WM300
        1960
        2460-100001
        R6-WM300
        1961
        2461-100001
        S6-WM300
        1962
        2461-160000
        WM300
        1963
        2461-230000
        WM300
        1964
        246-1315000
        WM300
        1965
        246-1430000
        WM300
        1966
        2461548000
        WM300
        1967
        2461668000
        WM300
        1968
        2461780000
        WM300
        1969
        2461872000[E]
        WM300
        1970
        X31BD0S100001[E]
        WM300
        1971
        X31BD1S300001[E]

        "Det." = Detroit, MI; "S.L." = San Leandro, CA; "L.A." = Los  Angeles, CA; "[E]" = Export only
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