The Ford Pygmy is one of two pilot vehicles submitted by Ford in response to the U.S. Army's requirement for a "light reconnaissance and command car" during the military build-up prior to World War II, which later became better known as the World War II jeep.

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2015年12月9日 · The Ford Pilot Model GP Pygmy is essentially a carbon copy of the Willys, except for different badging. With the help from both Willys and Ford, America was able to win the war. All because of a little lightweight four-wheel drive Jeep.

2015年12月8日 · In 1940, a Ford Jeep prototype dubbed "GP-No. 1" was delivered to the US Army for testing. It opened the door for the iconic Willys Jeep.

2015年12月7日 · The Ford Pygmy prototype, for all of its disadvantages, did introduce a number of innovations, including headlamps that hinge up to provide engine bay illumination, an under-the-seat gas tank to eliminate external fuel fillers, and a second top bow to keep the top from slapping the driver around.

2015年12月8日 · The Ford Pilot Model GP-No. 1 Pygmy design is perhaps most notable as the first "jeep" prototype to feature a flat slatted front grille with integrated headlights which went on to become an iconic design element of the standardized mass produced WWII "jeep" and subsequent commercial versions.