Originally Posted by Grigg
An AD 2 ton is usually 16,000lb and 14,000lb for a 1.5 ton

OK, looking at the specs on my '41, the GVWR is between 7700 and 14,000 depending on options. I would still put that in the class of a modern 1-ton DRW truck.

Looking at this , I'd say a Dana 60 front axle should be adequate for a front axle assuming you appropriately sized springs/wheels/tires.