Today in WW II: 21 May 1942 Sinking of the Mexican tanker Faja de Oro by German submarine U-160, off Key West, precipitates Mexican declaration of war against Nazi Germany.

M1096 or M1096A1 5 ton Long-wheelbase Chassis

The M1096 or M1096A1 5 ton Long-wheelbase Chassis is a member of the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV), providing tactical unit mobility and logistics for the U.S. Army and the other military services.

Curb Weight	17,336 lb 7,863 kg
Length	349 in 8,860 mm
Width	96 in 2,438 mm
Oper. Height	112 in 2,845 mm
Air Trans. Height	105.5 in 2,680 mm
Wheelbase	177 in 4,500 mm
Range (Min. Gr. Wt.)	300+ mi 483+ km
Approach Angle	40°
Departure Angle	20°
Payload (depends on config)	10,000 lb 4,536 kg
Towed Load	21,000 lb 9,596 kg

M1096 or M1096A1 5 ton Long-wheelbase Chassis.