Im proud to announce the first edition of the history of diamond reo trucks by esteemed author. At one point the company also manufactured buses on its truck platforms. Cappaert of birmingham, alabama, bought diamond reo from white and formed an independent company called diamond reo trucks inc. He has been awarded 26 separate fellowships and grants for his historical research and. Diamond t trucks were known for their styling and features and were often called the cadillac of trucks. My intent is to put this truck back to work on the farm and doing other small jobs in the area. Browse our inventory of new and used diamond reo trucks for sale near you at. Diamond reo trucks was an american truck manufacturer. This is a 1974 diamond reo dump truck that i picked up from the fatherinlaw of a friend of mine. Every brand of truck is covered including chevrolet, ford, dodge, international, mack, studebaker, diamond t, reo, foreign imports and more. Color,paint schemes, and lettering were crucial to creating a positive image. If you have photos of reo, diamondt, or diamond reo trucks in any age, shape, or condition please feel free to share them for possible inclusion in future articles. Talks about the employees, the dealers and building reos.
Diamond translated to english means diamond, diamond, and the letter t this is the first letter of the surname of the founder of the company. Reo, diamond t and diamond reo enthusiasts public group. During world war ii, diamond t produced a classic heavy truck in the 980981, a prime mover which was quickly acquired by the british purchasing commission for duty as a tank transporter tractor. Olds was an entrepreneur who founded multiple companies in the automobile industry. This category is open to any and all types of diamond t trucks and equipment. In 1975 this firm filed for bankruptcy, and most of its assets with the exception of the reo plant have been liquidated. The reo motor car company was a lansing, michiganbased company that produced automobiles and trucks from 1905 to 1975. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Diamond t trucks 19111966 photo archive powells books. The white motor company purchased diamond t in 1958. A wealth of entertaining stories cover industry personalities from ceos to designers to zealous truck owners. Gabrick went on to become a history teacher, researcher, and writer. The worlds toughest truck the reodiamond reo story. Antique, vintage and classic diamond t vehicles for sale.
The correct owners manual, repair manual, shop manual, parts manual and more. Synopsis the diamond t motor car company manufactured automobiles until 1911 when the first truck, led to exclusive truck production and legendary status as style leaders. Our featured model 323 truck was the smallest model with the new look cabs, which were sourced from international, and is a one and a half ton truck in. The chicago firm remained an individual division until 1967, when it merged with another white division, reo, to form diamond reo. White then combined diamond t with their reo line of trucks to form diamond reo trucks in 1967. An assembled platform with few options, it was essentially handmade and had few buyers. In 1967, diamond t and reo trucks were combined to form the diamond reo trucks division of the white motor corporation. See more ideas about old trucks, trucks and cool trucks. Factpacked sidebars and boxes give historical context and engaging truck trivia. Metal parts are pewter and can be polished to a shine. Browse our inventory of new and used diamond reo trucks for sale near you at marketbook. Diamond reos giant c116 series, the last of the few, had its beginnings in 1971 and lasted until 1995 under several owners. Diamond reo giant forward axle model truck conversion kit includes cab, hood, fenders, interior with seats and dash, grab handles, mirrors, exhaust stack, airhorns, turn signals, air cleaners, bumper and decals. Diamond reo trucks for sale 10 listings marketbook.
Jul 14, 2019 diamond reo trucks was an american truck manufacturer. Welcome to part iii of the continuing series, the history of diamond reo trucks, by m. By july 1925, reo speed wagon sales, since its introduction, exceeded 125,000. This especially true for the late 60s and 70s models as the author just sort of glossed over them without going into a lot of detail on these models and even less photographs. Reo motor car company in world war two lansing, mi 19041975 rest in peace. That eventually happened with this 323 too, and diamond t ended up building large trucks until 1967, when it was absorbed by white and eventually married to reo, to create the diamond reo brand.
Both diamond t and reo ceased to be separate trucks starting in 1967 when whites new diamond reo division began producing diamond reo trucks. Lots of very good pictures some in color, and informative text dealing with reos early history, through its purchase. In order to get some publicity for this event and launch the trucks in a flashy way, the company loaded one of their prototypes onto a ship, sent it to africa with a couple of drivers and then proceeded to make the route of the african safari rally its bitch. On trucks appeared reo wide chrome grille, gives them a recognizable shape. He received a 7 liter engine with 40 hp continental, 3 sp. Sep 28, 2010 a newly available series of heavy vocational trucks uses a triedandtrue design and modern componentry with a name deeply rooted in american automotive history. Over the 56year history of the company, about 250,000 stylish diamond t trucks were sold. If youre fan of the brand or just like old trucks you dont want to miss the coming editions. Original factory and aftermarket manuals for every car, truck and motorcycle. Tline trucks, a recent iteration of diamond t and reo trucks dating to the early 20th century, includes three models offered by diamond vehicle solutions llc of harrisburg, pa. The brand saw many changes through the years, merging with reo to make the mack competitor diamond reo and later the diamond specialty vehicles tseries. Army and afterwards they sold out to the white motor company. May 31, 2017 in 1967 diamond t and reo trucks combined to become the diamond reo division of the white truck company. Make offer black diamond chevy avalanche table history owners book 200220 by chris perry 2018 audi r8 owners manual w navi onboard dvd books oem 610hp 5.
Diamond for sale diamond trucks commercial truck trader. Hays, ks diamond for sale diamond trucks commercial. Apr 03, 2017 this 1971 diamond reo with twin stacks and a 318hp detroit may be your jam donny chops april 3, 2017 at 11. Builders of more than 1500 class b liberty trucks in world war i, diamond t produced nearly. Custom trucks and glider kits diamond t custom truck and. Diamond reo and osterlund also entered into a security agreement pursuant to which osterlund retained a. Coupled with a rogers trailer, the truck gave sterling service with the british army in north africa campaign. If you have photos of reo, diamond t, or diamond reo trucks in any age, shape, or condition please feel free to share them for possible inclusion in future articles. From 1934 to 38 series trucks reo models from 1m to 31m were collected at the plant owned by the company mack. Thus was born the famous company and brand diamond t motor car co. White merged reo with diamond t trucks in 1967 to form diamond reo trucks, inc. Tline truck parts diamond t custom truck and chassis. Oct 07, 2012 this is a 1974 diamond reo dump truck that i picked up from the fatherinlaw of a friend of mine.
The diamond t legacy came to a close as the 1966 model year ended. Reos legendary speed wagon led the way with shaftdrive, pneumatic tires, electric starters, and electric lights. Some of the major marques featured in this illustrated history include reo, federal, diamond t, sterlilng, divco, international, fargo, dodge chevrolet, ford, graham, pakagecar stutz and diamond t, to name a few. Production of the m39 series of five ton trucks began in 1951, in a rush to meet requirements for the korean war. History reo motor car company plant, lansing michigan. Roughly a quartermillion diamond t trucks were built over the companys storied 56year history. Diamond reo heavy duty trucks auction results 9 listings.
Overall this is a good book on diamond reo but i wish the author had included more photos and specs on each truck. This is a very original old diamond t is on its third owner. One of the bestknown options is something out of the history books, the diamondt which was one of the first transport vehicles built back in 1911. American semi trucks a photo history 19431979 adams. Also, if you have photos of reo, diamondt, or diamond reo trucks in any age, shape, or condition please feel free to share them for possible inclusion. Jul 04, 2017 thanks for watchingplease subscribe to my page. For volvo vnl 2000 baldwin filters bf614 spinon fuel filter. Models include c116, c10164, dra7, c11664dd, cf654210, dr. Lots of very good pictures some in color, and informative text dealing with reos early history, through its purchase by white, and the final years with other owners.
If your interested in old trucks, its a great book. Olds, founder of oldsmobile, began building motor cars, and diamond t dated back to 1905 when c. In 1910, the reo motor truck company began the production of trucks. Models include c116, c10164, dra7, c11664dd, cf654210, drt5, and tk. Both diamond t and reo ceased to be separate trucks starting in 1967 when whites new diamond reo division began producing diamond. Diamond t company in chicago in 1905, he founded the charles arthur tilt.
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