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Jeep® vehicles are perhaps the most famous and recognized of all 4x4 vehicles. Beloved during World War 2, the Jeep® 4x4 entered civilian life in 1945, and it was pure function - from its engine to its wheels. The Jeep 4x4 found its niche on farms, ranches and wherever a vehicle was needed that could perform well on the road and off. Unlike its military ancestor, the civilian model offered in 1945 had a much larger transmission, a power takeoff, shorter overall length and a different axle ratio. It was powered by a side-line, four cylinder engine that provided 60 horsepower at 4,000 rpm.

1945 Jeep® CJ2A
   

1948 Land Rover Series 1
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Land Rover's engineering chief, Maurice Wilks, noticed the success Jeep® vehicles enjoyed by making a civilian model out of its military version. So Wilks directed his engineers to build one. The prototype of the Land Rover appeared in 1947 and the first public showing was at the Amsterdam Motorshow in 1948. By July of the year, Land Rovers were coming out of the Rover factory in Solihull, England. The Land Rover was an immediate success, particularly in the export market and soon surpassed Rover's other lines.

 
In 1946, Dodge introduced its civilian 4x4 based on a successful World War 2 Design. The power Wagon was advertised as a "self-propelled power plant". The serious looking vehicle had the capacity to carry loads up to 3,000 pounds and it provided a powerful 92 horsepower at 3200 rpm. The Power Wagon also came with an optional winch that had a 7,500 pound capacity. With big tyres, an imposing front bumper, and heavy duty shock absorbers, the Power Wagon looked like it could take on anything. Yet, it foreshadowed today's 4x4's with its level of luxury and comfort

1946 Dodge® Power Wagon
   

1961 International Scout 80
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 As the demand for 4x4 vehicles grew, International Harvester entered the market with its 1961 Scout. Few names were as well regarded, and those high standards were maintained in the Scout 80. The Scout could be configured like a classic utility vehicle without top, doors or windscreen; or the windscreen could be folded down. Offering quality design and engineering and a spunkiness that appealed to the growing number of 4x4 enthusiasts, the Scout developed a dedicated following.
   
When the Ford Bronco was introduced for the 1966 model of the year, Ford management knew their new vehicle would appeal to a wide variety of buyers. The Bronco could be used as a sports, work, or even a family sedan. It was offered in three styles: a two-seater roadster, a sport utility vehicle and a wagon. By far, the wagon was the most successful of the three models. With an in-line six-cyclinder 170 cubic inch engine, the Wagon provided gross power rated at 105 horsepower at 4,400rpm. It had room for three passengers with an optional two-passenger bench for the rear.

1966 Ford Bronco
   

1969 K/5 Blazer

 In 1969, Chevrolet adapted its K/5 four-wheel drive pickup to compete with the other manufacturers who were now offering stylish 4x4's. Within a year, the 4x4 Blazer was so well received, Chevy more than doubled its output. Powered by a Turbo-Fire 307 cubic-inch V-8 engine that offered 200 horsepower, the Blazer was nearly a foot wider than its closest competitor, providing superior interior space, It could be ordered with a front passenger seat and/or a three passenger rear bench. The Blazer has been one of the most popular 4x4's ever.