About this vehicle

The Model “T” Ford car was introduced in 1908. The heavy-duty Model “TT” truck was introduced in 1917 and remained in production until 1927. Over 15,000,000 “Ts” were made. This one-ton Model “TT” Tow Truck is equipped with a hand cranked 3 ½ ton towing boom made by the Manley Manufacturing Company of York, PA.

Specifications:

• Engine: 4-cylinger, valve-in-block, water cooled
• Horsepower: 20 horsepower
• Transmission: 2-speed planetary transmission with auxiliary gearbox providing “high speed” gearing for speed of approximately 22 mph.
• Wheelbase: 125”
• Original Price: Approximately $325, towing rig was purchased separately.
• Production: 74,335 units