The Mahindra 340 was a upgraded version of the CJ3B, meant for the European and other overseas markets. The Hurricane Petrol Engine was replaced with the modern XDP 4.90 Diesel engine. The model was branded as “BAHIA”, probably the name of the Brazilian beach town. Production – 1988 to early 90s. Plant – Greece ModelContinue reading “Mahindra 340”
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CJ3B, the Soldier
CJ3B was the most preferred vehicle for the Indian Army. CJ3B with its World War II DNA, powerful engine and all-terrain capabilities. It has done its duty efficiently, be it the deserts of Rajasthan or the high altitudes of the Himalayas. The CJ3B version was fitted with many special options and painted in Army oliveContinue reading “CJ3B, the Soldier”
CJ 3B, the Powerful
The friends of CJ3B were the powerful and people holding high offices, among others. Few glimpses of the powerful combination. © Samuel Premkumar 2021
The “Hurricane” Engine
The Hurricane Engine was a mechanical upgrade to the famous Go-Devil Engine. This engine was used on all Civilian vehicles, post the war. In India, this engine was fitted on to the CJ3B vehicles manufactured by Mahindra & Mahindra and was in production for almost half a century. Specifications of the Hurricane Engine –
Anatomy of a CJ 3B
The CJ 3B was the first mass produced Jeep in India by Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. The CJ 3B was in production till the early 1990s. CJ means “Civilian Jeep” and was extensively used by Government departments, Military apart from common people. Below is a restored version of a CJ3B, preserved at the Service TrainingContinue reading “Anatomy of a CJ 3B”
The Museum by Samuel Premkumar 