Fiat 508 “Balilla” is the most popular car stated in Italy in thirties. In June 1937, the most up-to-date “Balilla” 508C, fashioned with a 4 cylinders motor of 1.100 cc., is introduced regarding car market. More Over, the latest 508C was utilized as platform 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 also the dependable 1.100cc 4-cylinders motor, with the capacity of delivering 32 hp that allowed it to attain 90 Km / h, Fiat “Coloniale” finished up being particularly ideal for the flexibleness of officers as well as for HQ operations in North Africa. However the entire power for this automobile, greater size of tires, besides the good mechanics reliability, had made Fiat “Coloniale” suitable for advanced reconnaissance duties in off-road area.
