Fiat 508 “Balilla” is the most popular automobile stated in Italy in thirties. In June 1937, the brand new “Balilla” 508C, equipped with a 4 cylinders motor of 1.100 cc., is introduced on the vehicle market. Moreover, the newest 508C has been used as platform for the development of automobiles for armed forces applications including Fiat 508 CM “Coloniale”. Characterized by a 2-wheel drive traction, a length of 3.6 meters and the reliable 1.100cc 4-cylinders motor, with the capacity of delivering 32 hp that permitted it to reach 90 Km / h, Fiat “Coloniale” ended up being especially useful for the mobility of officers and for HQ operations in North Africa. However, the overall energy associated with the car, greater size of tires, plus the good mechanics dependability, had made Fiat “Coloniale” ideal for higher level reconnaissance duties in off-road terrain.
