In 1942, the fear of German development of the atomic bomb gripped Allied strategists. Norwegian hydroelectric power plants were being used to produce heavy water for the German atomic bomb development. It was proposed that a raid be conducted against the power plants using a highly mobile, snow tractor-like vehicle. A top secret project (project "Weasel") was initiated, resulting in the highly mobile series of cargo carriers. As World War II progressed, the Norwegian power plant raid became a lesser priority and Weasel development was declassified. The potential of the light carrier was recognized and was utilized in many theaters such as Europe, Pacific and Alaska. The 10th Mountain Division used Weasels for training in Colorado as well as in Italy. The vehicle was manufactured by Studebaker Corporation of South Bend, Indiana. The early models were designated M28 while the later versions were M29 and M29C (convertible to amphibious usage).

                  Curb  Weight..............................4077 lbs.
                  Length........................................10 ft. 5.75 in.
                  Width..........................................5 ft. 7.25 in.
                  Height.........................................5 ft. 10.81 in.
                  Engine.........................................6 cylinder, L-Head, 
                                                                 170 cu.in. 75 HP at 
                                                                 3800 rpm
																 



																 


Video of M29 Weasel in winter



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