1941 CHEVY MODEL AK 3/4 TON TRUCK - SHELL OIL TANKER

Filmed in tight quarters, this example of a seldom seen restored vintage tanker is now shown. The AK Series truck was sold beginning in 1941 until 1947. It used the GM A platform, shared with the Chevrolet Deluxe. The AK series represented an appearance split from previous Chevrolet products where the passenger cars and pickup trucks shared a common appearance, as demonstrated in the Chevrolet Master truck. The Chevrolet Deluxe was an all-new appearance when it was introduced in 1941 and shared much of its mechanicals with the third generation Chevrolet Suburban. Under the hood lies a 216 cubic inch inline six-cylinder engine, hooked to a three-speed manual transmission. This engine had a 3.500” bore and a 3.750” stroke. A four-bearing crankshaft was added, along with 6.5:1 compression pistons, for 85 horsepower. A new cylinder head in 1941 increased output to 90 horsepower. A updated bench seat and dual sideview mirrors with only a single windshield wiper, and three spigots at the rear are some of the features of this tanker. Finished in authentic red and yellow Shell Oil graphics it also has matching and various size jerry cans. Newer aftermarket red and black steel wheels with red center caps have replaced the original factory wheels. This is a great example of what a city delivery tanker truck would have looked like during the forties. Thanks very much for viewing this 1941 Chevy Model AK 3/4 ton Shell Oil tanker.

Added 13 Jul 2026