Fiat 508 “Balilla” is the most popular vehicle stated in Italy in thirties. In June 1937, the most recent “Balilla” 508C, designed with a 4 cylinders motor of 1.100 cc., is introduced regarding vehicle market. More Over, the latest 508C has been utilized as platform the development of cars for military applications including Fiat 508 CM “Coloniale”. Characterized by a 2-wheel drive traction, a length of 3.6 meters and also the dependable 1.100cc 4-cylinders motor, capable of delivering 32 hp that allowed it to reach 90 Km / h, Fiat “Coloniale” finished up being particularly great for the flexibleness of officers as well as for HQ operations in North Africa. But the entire energy linked to the vehicle, greater size of tires, besides the good mechanics dependability, had made Fiat “Coloniale” well suited for high level reconnaissance duties in off-road surface.
