Tatra
111
111 (1942)
1942–1949
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About this generation
The first-generation Tatra 111 was introduced in 1942 as a heavy-duty 6x6 truck developed from the Tatra 81. It established the characteristic Tatra backbone chassis, independent swing-axle suspension and air-cooled V12 diesel architecture that would define the 111 throughout its long production run. Early trucks used wood-based cabs, reflecting wartime material shortages.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty 6x6 truck
- Backbone chassis
- Independent swing-axle suspension
- Air-cooled V12 diesel
- Wartime heavy transport
- Military logistics
- Off-road capability
- Wood and wood-metal cab construction
Technical Overview
- Production
- 1942–1949
- Replaced
- Tatra 81
- Succeeded by
- Tatra 111 (1950)
Cab & Transmission
- Cab Types
- Wooden Forward-Control Cab
- Wood-and-Metal Forward-Control Cab
- Transmissions
- 4-speed manual transmission
- 2-speed auxiliary gearbox
Engines
1 engine