International Light Line pickup

International Light Line pickup
International 150 (1974-1975)
Overview
TypePickup truck
ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Production1969-1975
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size pickup truck
Body style2-door pickup
4-door crew cab pickup ("Travelette")
LayoutFront engine, rear-wheel drive
RelatedInternational Travelall
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase115–166 in (2,921–4,216 mm)
Length203.9 in (5,179 mm)
Width77.6 in (1,971 mm)
Curb weight4,000–6,000 lb (1,814–2,722 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorInternational C series
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The International Light Line pickups (also called the International D-Series (1000–1500)) replaced the C series[1] as International's Light Line range of pickup trucks in early 1969, for a shortened model year. The name started out as a simple continuation of the previous A-, B-, and C-series trucks. It was largely a rebodied version of its predecessors, with a square-rigged look very similar to the period Scout utility vehicle.[1] The Travelall underwent parallel changes to the Light Line trucks. The light line of trucks was marked by a larger range of transmission and wheelbase options than any of its competitors, and in general the lineup aimed to maximize adaptability.[2] The Light Line was also available as a bare chassis, for special purpose applications.[3] Production ended in late April 1975, as a hard-pressed International chose to focus on the Scout and on heavier machinery.

  1. ^ a b "1100 D Series: 1970". Smithson International Truck Museum. Rimbey, Alberta, Canada: Pas-ka-poo Historical Park. Retrieved 2012-07-23.
  2. ^ Lamm, Michael (February 1971). "The '71s: Pickups That Pamper". Popular Mechanics. 135 (2). NY, NY: The Hearst Corporation: 101.
  3. ^ Lamm (1971), p. 188.