Interesting Facts About the Utilimaster Motor Corporation Chassis Only
Utilimaster, founded in 1973 in Wakarusa, Indiana, is a subsidiary of The Shyft Group that specializes in building multi‑stop truck chassis. Over the decades the company has become known for its custom commercial solutions and partnerships with major automakers.
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Ford‑Utilimaster partnership created a unique chassis
In a notable collaboration, Ford supplied a stripped‑down, right‑hand‑drive Ford Explorer chassis and drivetrain, which Utilimaster used to build the FFV model. This partnership blended Ford’s proven platform with Utilimaster’s custom commercial expertise.
Major production run for the U.S. Postal Service
Utilimaster built 1,900 step‑van chassis in 1995 specifically for the United States Postal Service, showcasing the company’s capacity to deliver large‑scale, purpose‑built vehicles for national fleets.
Pallet‑to‑porch efficiency and the Aeromate step van legacy
Since its inception, Utilimaster has focused on making pallet‑to‑porch operations more efficient, offering a wide range of custom vehicle solutions. The 1993 UMC Aeromate step van remains a memorable model, though its official parts manual only covers vehicles up to the 1992 production year.
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