2782A - Section 11

Mechanical Transport AP2782A (Section 11) - Load Carriers (1 ton and over) and Tippers

Albion, 30 cwt, 4x2, with GS tender body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Albion, 4 cyl, petrol. Bore: 101.6mm (4 in), Stroke: 136.5mm (5375 in), Capacity: 4.427 litres (270.18 cu in), RAC rating - 25.6 hp. Max BHP - 65.7 at 2,200 rpm governed to 2,350 rpm.
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 8-7/8 dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.25 to 1, 2nd - 2.96 to 1, 3rd - 1.77 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 9.56 to 1: Front axle - Reversed Elliott Rear axle - Full-floating, overhead worm, ratio 6.75 to 1: Overall ratios - 42.178 to 1, 19.98 to 1, 11.948 to 1, 6.75 to 1, Reverse - 61.53 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - 14; Radius of Action - 140 miles
Dimensions	Length - 16 ft 2¾ in (internal - 8 ft 8 in); Width - 7 ft 1½ in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); Height - 9 ft 9 in (internal - 5 ft 6 in); WB - 12 ft; G/C - 1 ft (rear axle), 1 ft 2 in (belly); TC - 47 ft 9 in; Track - 5 ft 5-5/16 in (front), 5 ft 3-5/8 (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 8 cwt; Laden - 4 tons 8 cwt: Shipping tonnage - 27.76
Body	Body - Steel sided with flat platform and low wheel arches. Fitted with detachable tilt. Cab - Steel panelled, all enclosed with seating for driver and one passenger.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear, Gruss air spring shock absorbers at front
Brakes	Foot - mechanical vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand - mechanical on rear wheels only. Trailer brake connection - single line vacuum fitted to tractor chassis for articulated trailers.
Wheels/Tyres	Steel disc/9.00-22 (early models), 10.50-20 (later models)
Notes	Steering - worm and sector. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.

Austin 2 ton, 4x2, Model K2YF with GS tender body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/638
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Bedford, 5-ton, 4x2, Model OWST, Tipper Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/547
Engine	Bedford M, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 85.7mm (3.375 in), Stroke: 101.6mm (4 in), Capacity: 3.5 litres (214.7 cu in), Max BHP - 72 at 3,000 rpm (governed); Max torque - 1,956 lbs/ins at 1,200 rpm. RAC Rating - 27.34 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 9-7/8 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 7.22 to 1, 2nd - 3.47 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.15 to 1: Front axle - 'I' beam Rear axle (built up axle housing assembly) - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 6.83 to 1: Overall ratios - 49.33 to 1, 23.71 to 1, 11.68 to 1, 6.83 to 1, Reverse - 48.86 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - not stated; Radius of Action - not stated
Dimensions	Length - 15 ft 6 in (internal - 8 ft 1½ in); Width - 6 ft 10 in (internal - 6 ft 6¼ in); Height - 7 ft 0¾ in (sides - 2 ft 1 in); WB - 9 ft 3 in; G/C - 9½ in (rear axle); TC - 39 ft; Track - 5 ft 4 in (front & rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 13¾ cwt; Laden - not stated
Body	Body - Edwards Bros 'Edbro', single ram, double extension, power operated hydraulic end tipping. Power take off and pump assembly mounted on vehicle gearbox. Power operating lever in cab, release wheel on left side of cradle and ram assembly. Body capacity - 4 cu yds. Cab - All enclosed, insulated roof, seating two, including driver.
Suspension	Semi elliptical with rear helper springs. Rear spring centres - 3 ft 9 in.
Brakes	Foot, Lockheed hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Tyres	3 piece disc type, front - 4.33 FB x 20, rear - 5.00 FB x 20 duals/front 32-6 HD, rear - 34-7 HD dual
Notes	Steering - Worm and wheel. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11.

Ford, 5-ton, 4x2, Type 7V tipper Ford, 5-ton, 4x2, Type 7V (Thames) tipper Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1238 (Vehicle); 16A/1539 (Chassis); 16A/1531 (Body):
Engine	Ford, V8, petrol. Bore: 77.78 mm (3.06 in), Stroke: 95.23 mm (3.75 in), Capacity: 3.62 litres (221 cu in). Max BHP - 85 at 3,800 rpm; Max torque - 1,800 lbs/ins at 2,000 rpm. RAC Rating - 30.01 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.396 to 1, 2nd - 3.09 to 1, 3rd - 1.68 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.8 to 1: Front axle - 'I' beam Rear axle - Full-floating, with toque tube drive, ratio 6.67 to 1: Overall ratios - 42.6 to 1, 20.6 to 1, 11.2 to 1, 6.67 to 1, Reverse - 52.1 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - not stated; Radius of Action - not stated
Dimensions	Length - 15 ft 0 in (internal - 8 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 1½ in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); Height - 6 ft 11 in (internal - 2 ft 1 in); WB - 13 ft 10 in; G/C - 8 in; TC - 42 ft; Track - 5 ft 3½ in (front), 5 ft 5 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 9 cwt; Laden - not stated. Standing tonnage - 21.2 tons.
Body	Body - End tipping type, all metal construction, fitted with fixed sides and hinged tailboard. Tipping gear is if the hydraulic type. The size of the body is 4 cu yd. Cab - Fully enclosed, steel construction, sliding panel in roof, with two sliding panels in rear bulkhead. Seating for driver and one passenger.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear.
Brakes	Foot, mechanical on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on transmission.
Wheels/Tyres	Front - 2-piece 4.35x20, Rear - 2 -piece 5.00x20/Front - 32-6 HD singles; Rear - - 34-7 HD Twin.
Notes	Steering - Worm and sector. Electrical equipment - 6V. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11

Bedford, 30 cwt, 4x2, Model MSC, GS tender
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Bedford M, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 85.7mm (3-375 in), Stroke: 101.6mm (4 in), Capacity: 3.5 litres (214.7 cu in), Max BHP - 72 at 3,000 rpm, governed to 2,500 rpm; Max torque - 1,932 lbs/ins at 1,200 rpm. Compression ration - 6.13 to 1.
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 7.22 to 1, 2nd - 3.47 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.15 to 1: Front axle - Reversed 'Elliott' type Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 6.2 to 1: Overall ratios - 44.76 to 1, 21.51 to 1, 10.6 to 1, 6.2 to 1, Reverse - 44.33 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 40 mph (governed); MPG - 10; Radius of Action - 240 miles
Dimensions	Length - 17 ft 6 in (internal - 9 ft 8 in); Width - 6 ft 9 in (internal - 6 ft); Height - 9 ft 8 in (internal - 6 ft); WB - 10 ft; G/C - 8½ in (rear axle); TC - 43 ft; Track - 4 ft 9-5/8 in (front), 5 ft 1 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 6 cwt; Laden - 5 tons 17 cwt.
Body	Body - General Service Tender. Detachable tilt and superstructure. Cab - Bedford standard, all enclosed, seating for two.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, shackled at rear end, front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers all round.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Wheels/Tyres	FB 6.00 x 16, Divided/10.50-16 Track grip.
Notes	Steering - Worm and wheel. Electrical equipment - Lucas 6V, positive earth return. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11.

Austin, 3-ton, 6x4, Model K6 with GS tender body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Austin, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 87.31 mm (3.437 in), Stroke: 111.12 mm (4.375 in), Capacity: 3.995 litres (243.8 cu in). Max BHP - 82 at 2,900 rpm; Max torque - 2,065 lbs/ins at 1,400 rpm. RAC Rating - 28.37 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Borg and Beck single dry plate Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.58 to 1, 2nd - 3.48 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 6.57 to 1: Auxiliary Box - 2 speed. Ratios - 1 to 1 (High) and 1.87 to 1 (Low). Rear axle - Overhead worm drive, ratio - 7.75 to 1. Overall ratios (High) - 51.0 to 1, 27.0 to 1, 13.26 to 1, 7.75 to 1, Reverse - 51.0 to 1. Overall ratios (Low) - 95.6 to 1, 50.6 to 1, 24.8 to 1,14.5 to 1, Reverse - 95.6 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - 7; Radius of Action - 210 miles
Dimensions	Length - 21 ft 8½ in (internal - 12 ft 10 in); Width - 7 ft 5 in (internal - 6 ft 5-7/8 in); Height - 10 ft 2 in (internal - 3 ft 8¼ in, cut down - 9 ft 6½ in); WB - 12 ft 9 in; BC - 4 ft 0 in; G/C - 9½ in (rear bogie); TC - 57 5 in (Right), 56 ft 8 in (left); Track - 5 ft 8-1/8 in (front & rear). Spare wheel carrier 1 ft 4 in extra.
Weights	Unladen - 4 tons 3 cwt; Laden - 7 tons 15 cwt. Shipping tonnage - 40.81 tons.
Body	Body - GS body with low wheel arches. Centre well flooring with detachable tailboard to well section. Made of hardwood boards. Cab - All steel construction; ventilation back panel (except certain models). Bucket seats accommodating two. Driver's seat adjustable (three positions). Cab top detachable.
Suspension	Front - semi elliptical. Rear - inverted semi-elliptical spring pivoted at centre.
Brakes	Foot, Hydraulic servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Wheels/Tyres	Dunlop two piece wheels/9.00-20
Notes	Early models were designated K3. Steering - 'Bishop' Cam and roller, model 'DQ'. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 12ft 9in; G/C - 9½in (rear bogie pivot); TC - :
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Ford, 30 cwt, 4x2, WOT 3D & E, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/466 (WOT 3D); 16A/467 (WOT 3E)
Engine	Ford, V8, petrol. Bore: 3.06 in, Stroke: 3.75 in, Capacity: 363 litres (220.18 cu in). Max BHP - 85 at 3,800 rpm; Max torque - 1,800 lbs/ins at 2,000 rpm. RAC Rating - 24.8 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.4 to 1, 2nd - 3.09 to 1, 3rd - 1.69 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.82 to 1: Front axle - 'I' beam Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 6.67 to 1: Overall ratios - 42.65 to 1, 20.61 to 1, 11.24 to 1, 6.67 to 1, Reverse - 52.13 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 45 mph (governed); MPG - 10; Radius of Action - 150 miles (3D), 300 miles (3E).
Dimensions	Length - 19 ft 0 in (internal - 9 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 3 in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); Height - 9 ft 6 in (internal - 5 ft 6 in); WB - 11 ft 11½ in; G/C - 9-3/8 in (rear axle); TC - 53 ft; Track - 6 ft 1-13/16 in (front), 5 ft 10-15/16 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 11½ cwt (3D), 2 tons 14½ cwt (3E); Laden - 4 tons 12 cwt (3D)
Body	Body - GS with flat floor, detachable superstructure and canvas tilt. Cab - All enclosed seating two, including driver.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear. WOT 3E fitted with helper springs.
Brakes	Foot, mechanical on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Wheels/Tyres	Disc type/10.50 - 16
Notes	Electrical equipment - 6V. Steering - Worm and sector. WOT 3E has twin fuel tanks

Bedford, 30 cwt, 4x2, OX with standard GS body (OXD)
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Bedford M, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 85.7mm (3-375 in), Stroke: 101.6mm (4 in), Capacity: 3.5 litres (214.7 cu in), Max BHP - 72 at 3,000 rpm, governed to 2,580 rpm; Max torque - 1,932 lbs/ins at 1,200 rpm. Compression ration - 6.13 to 1. RAC Rating - 27.34 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 10 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 7.22 to 1, 2nd - 3.47 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.15 to 1: Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 6.83 to 1: Overall ratios - 49.31 to 1, 23.7 to 1, 11.67 to 1, 6.83 to 1, Reverse - 48.83 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 40 mph (governed), Later models - 47 mph (governed at 3,000 rpm); MPG - 10; Radius of Action - 240 miles
Dimensions	Length - 16 ft 2¾ in (internal - 8 ft 8 in); Width - 7 ft 1½ in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); Height - 9 ft 8¾ in ( lowered superstructure - 8 ft 4 in, shipping height - 7 ft, internal - 5 ft 6 in); WB - 9 ft 3 in; G/C - 9 in (rear axle), 1 ft 7¼ in (belly); TC - 48 ft; Track - 5 ft 3 in (front), 5 ft 2½ in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 11¾ cwt; Laden - 4 tons 11¾ cwt. Shipping tonnage (min) - 23-tons 19 cwt, (max) - 28-tons 4 cwt.
Body	Body - Standard General Service body with flat floor, detachable cover and superstructure. Cab - Enclosed steel panel cab seating two, including driver.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers all round.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Tyres	10.50-16
Notes	Steering - Worm and wheel. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11.

Karrier Bantam Mk 2, 2-ton, 4x2, with low loading freighter body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/897
Engine	Humber, 4 cyl, petrol. Bore: 75mm (2.95 in), Stroke: 110mm (4.33 in), Capacity: 1.94 litres (118.64 cu in), RAC rating - 13.95 hp. Max BHP - 42 at 3,250 rpm; Max torque - 996 lbs/ins
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 9 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st -5.76 to 1, 2nd - 3.163 to 1, 3rd - 1.822 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 8.83 to 1: Front axle - Reversed Elliott Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 7.5 to 1: Overall ratios - 43.3 to 1, 23.8 to 1, 13.7 to 1, 7.5 to 1, Reverse - 66 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - 14; Radius of Action - 140 miles
Dimensions	Length - 15 ft 10 in; Width - 6 ft in; Height - 6 ft 6 in; WB 7 ft 9-3/8 in; G/C - 6 in (rear axle); TC -29 ft 6 in; Track - 4 ft 9¾ in (front), 5 ft 0 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 1 ton 18 cwt; Laden - 4 tons:
Body	Body - Flat platform body measuring 11 ft x 6 ft. Detachable tailboard. Loading height 2 ft 10 in. Cab - Enclosed forward control.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear
Brakes	Foot - mechanical on all wheels. Hand - mechanical on rear wheels.
Wheels/Tyres	Steel disc 2-piece wheels/25.00-6, single on front, twin on rear.
Notes	Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11

Bedford, 3 ton, 4x2, OY with standard GS body
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Bedford, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 85.7mm (3.125 in), Stroke: 101.6mm (4 in), Capacity: 3.5 litres (214.7 cu in), Max BHP - 72 at 3,000 rpm, governed to 2,800 rpm (later 3,000 rpm); Max torque - 1,932 lbs/ins at 1,200 rpm. RAC Rating - 27.34 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 10 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 7.22 to 1, 2nd - 3.47 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.15 to 1: Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 7.4 to 1: Overall ratios - 53.42 to 1, 25.67 to 1, 12.65 to 1, 7.4 to 1, Reverse - 52.91 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 40 mph (governed), Later models - 43 mph (governed at 3,000 rpm); MPG - 9; Radius of Action - 280 miles
Dimensions	Length - 20ft 4¾in (internal - 11ft 6in); Width - 7ft 1½in (internal - 6ft 6in); Height - 10ft 2¼in (lowered superstructure - 8ft 10in, detached superstructure - 7 ft, internal - 6ft 0in); WB - 13ft 1in; G/C - 9in (rear axle), 1ft 4in (belly); TC - 66 ft, Track - 5 ft 4 in (front), 5 ft 2½ in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2-tons 15¾ cwt; Laden - 6-tons 8 cwt. Shipping tonnage (min) - 36-tons 12 cwt.
Body	Body - Standard General Service body with flat floor, detachable cover and hoops. Cab - Enclosed steel panel cab seating two, including driver.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers all round.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Wheels/Tyres	Divided disc/10.50-16
Notes	Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11.

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Hippo Mk 2 with GS body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/834 (Vehicle); 16A/833 (Chassis); 16A/921 (Body):
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Hippo Mk 2A chassis Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/836 (Vehicle); 16A/914 (Chassis); 16A/921 (Body):
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Bedford, 5-ton, 4x2, Model OWL, GS Tender
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Bedford M, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 85.7mm (3.375 in), Stroke: 101.6mm (4 in), Capacity: 3.5 litres (214.7 cu in), Max BHP - 72 at 3,000 rpm (governed); Max torque - 1,956 lbs/ins at 1,200 rpm. RAC Rating - 27.34 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 10 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 7.22 to 1, 2nd - 3.47 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.15 to 1: Front axle - 'I' beam Rear axle (cast steel housing) - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 7.4 to 1: Overall ratios - 53.43 to 1, 25.68 to 1, 12.65 to 1, 7.4 to 1, Reverse - 52.91 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - not stated; Radius of Action - not stated
Dimensions	Length - 21 ft 3 in (internal - 14 ft 0 in); Width - 6 ft 9-5/8 in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); Height - 7 ft 0¼ in (sides - 1 ft 5¾ in, shipping height - 7 ft, internal - 5 ft 6 in); WB - 31 ft 1 in; G/C - 9½ in (rear axle); TC - 51 ft 6 in; Track - 5 ft 4 in (front), 5 ft 4 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 13¾ cwt; Laden - 7 tons 15 cwt. Shipping tonnage 25.09 tons
Body	Body - Standard General Service body with flat floor, detachable cover and superstructure. Cab - Enclosed steel panel cab seating two, including driver.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers all round.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels.
Tyres	Detachable split flange type, front - 4.33 FB x 20, rear - 5.00 FB x 20 duals/front 32-6 HD, rear - 34-7 HD dual
Notes	Steering - Worm and wheel. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.

Thornycroft, 3 ton, 4x4, Model TF/AC/4/1 GS Tender
RAF Ref No	16A/437
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

AEC, 4x4, 10 ton, Model 0853, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/625 (Vehicle); 16A/624 (Chassis)
Engine	AEC, diesel, direct injection, 6-cyl, liquid cooled, 95 bhp @1,800 rpm
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Commer, 3-ton, 4x2, Model Q4, GS Tender
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Bedford, 5-ton, 4x2, Model OWL Pantechnicon Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/679
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Crossley, 3-ton, 6x4, Model IGL3 with GS tender body
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Crossley Type 30/100, 4 cyl, petrol. Bore: 110 mm (4.3125 in), Stroke: 140 mm (5.5 in), Capacity: 5.26 litres (321.35 cu in). Max BHP - 90 at 2,500 rpm; Max torque - 2,940 lbs/ins at 1,000 rpm. RAC Rating - 29.8 hp Some model were fitted with the Crossley 30/70 engine.
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 5.34 to 1, 2nd - 2.985 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 4.7 to 1: Auxiliary Box - 2 speed. Ratios - 1 to 1 (High) and 3.18 to 1 (Low). Front axle - 'H' section beam. Rear axle - ¾-floating, overhead worm drive, ratio - 7.25 to 1. Overall ratios (High) - 38.71 to 1, 21.64 to 1, 12.4 to 1, 7.25 to 1, Reverse - 34.07 to 1. Overall ratios (Low) - 123.1 to 1, 68.8 to 1, 39.42 to 1, 23.05 to 1, Reverse - 108.3 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - not stated; Radius of Action - not stated
Dimensions	Length - 20 ft 3 in (internal - 12 ft 4 in); Width - 7 ft 6 in (internal - 7 ft 0 in); Height - 11 ft 0 in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); WB - 13 ft 0 in; BC - 4 ft 0 in; G/C - 1 ft 2 in; TC - 55 ft; Track - 6 ft 3 in (front), 5 ft 11 in (rear).
Weights	Unladen - 4 tons 16 cwt; Laden - 8 tons 9½ cwt. Shipp41.78 tons.ing tonnage -
Body	Body - Flat floor, hinged tailboard, with detachable tubular metal superstructure and canvas cover. Fitted with standard spring drawbar gear. Spare wheel carried under floor of body at rear. Cab - Normal control seating two, non-detachable top.
Suspension	Front - semi elliptical with Gruss air springs. Rear - dual inverted semi-elliptical spring pivoted at centre.
Brakes	Foot, servo assisted on trailing rear wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on leading rear wheels. Trailer brake connections - Single line vacuum (some models only)
Wheels/Tyres	Split disc wheels/10.50-20
Notes	Steering - Cam and rollers. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11.

Bedford, 3 ton, 4x4, Model QLC/QLD, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/411 (QLC), 16A/893 (QLD)
Engine	Bedford, 6 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 85.7mm (3.375 in), Stroke: 101.6mm (4 in), Capacity: 3.5 litres (214.7 cu in), Max BHP - 72 at 3,000 rpm, 66 BHP at governed 2,500 rpm (later 3,000 rpm); Max torque - 1,944 lbs/ins at 1,200 rpm. Compression Ration - 6.22 to 1; RAC Rating - 27.34 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 10 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 7.22 to 1, 2nd - 3.47 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.15 to 1: Transfer Case - (High) 1.185 to 1 and (Low) 2.292 to 1. 4-wheel drive in low ratio, rear wheel drive in high ratio. Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 6.16 to 1: Overall ratios (High) - 52.74 to 1, 25.36 to 1, 12.50 to 1, 7.31 to 1, Reverse - 52.25 to 1. Overall ratios (Low) - 102.3 to 1, 49.3 to 1, 24.16 to 1, 14.13 to 1, Reverse - 101.04 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 38 mph (governed), Later models - 48 mph (governed at 3,000 rpm); MPG - 8; Radius of Action - 224 miles
Dimensions	QLC - Length - 19ft 7¾in (internal - 12ft 4¾in); Width - 7ft 0in (internal - 7ft 0in); Height - 8ft 5¾in (internal - 6ft 0in); WB - 11ft 11in; G/C - 12in (front and rear axles); TC - 54 ft, Track - 5 ft 8 in (front), 5 ft 6½ in (rear); Loading Height - 3 ft 7¾ in: QLD - Length - 19ft 8in (internal - 12ft 4¾in); Width - 7ft 4¾in (internal - 7ft 0in); Height - 9ft 8¾in (lowered superstructure - 8ft 3½ in, detached superstructure and cab top removed - 7 ft 4 in, internal - 6ft 0in); WB - 11ft 11in; G/C - 12in (front and rear axles); TC - 54 ft, Track - 5 ft 8 in (front), 5 ft 6½ in (rear); Loading Height - 3 ft 7¾ in:
Weights	Unladen - 3-tons 8 cwt (QLC), 3 tons 6 cwt (QLD); Laden - 6-tons 18¼ cwt. Shipping tonnage (min) - 29-tons 16 cwt, Shipping tonnage (max) - 35-tons 2 cwt
Body	Body - Standard General Service body with flat floor except for low boxed wheel arches. Detachable cover and superstructure could be erected in 'High' or 'Low' position, in the latter the top of the cover was below the level of the cab. In the QLD certain sections of the chassis and body can be readily dismantled for transportation purposes. Wooden plugs being provided in the tool kit for sealing the open ends of petrol and brake pipes when the vehicle is dismantled. Cab - Enclosed steel panel cab seating two, including driver. Sliding panel in rear of bulkhead. Later model (QLD) had a split cab to reduce shipping height. RAF drawbar gear fitted. A mechanical tyre pump was mounted on side of main gearbox casing . A Spare wheel was carried behind the cab and in front of body, a hinged ladder being fitted to facilitate mounting and removal of the spare wheel..
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear with double acting hydraulic shock absorbers all round.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels. Trailer brake connection - Single line vacuum.
Wheels/Tyres	6.00-20 WD Divided disc/10.50-20 Cross country.
Notes	Steering - Worm and Sector. Towing loops at front of chassis, towing hook mounted on laminated spring drawbar. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.

Austin, 3-ton, 6x4, Model K6 with tipping body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1273
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Crossley, 3-ton, 4x4, with GS body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	Possibly 16A/748
Engine	Crossley, 4 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 110mm (4.31 in), Stroke: 140 mm (5.5 in), Capacity: 5.266 litres (321.35 cu in). Max BHP - 90 at 2,500 rpm, (governed to 2,500); Max torque - 2,770 lbs/ins at 1,500 rpm. RAC Rating - 29.8 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single plate running in oil Gearbox (Main) - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 5.34 to 1, 2nd - 2.985 to 1, 3rd - 1.71 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 4.7 to 1: Auxiliary Box - 2 speed. Ratios - 1 to 1 (High - direct from main gearbox to rear axle only) and 2.12 to 1 (Low - drive to both axles). Front axle - Overhead worm gear, 7.75 to 1. Torque transmission to hubs through constant velocity joints. Rear axle - Overhead worm gear, 7.75 to 1. Full-floating hubs. Lockable differential Overall ratios (High) - 41.38 to 1, 23.13 to 1, 13.26 to 1, 7.75 to 1, Reverse - 36.42 to 1. Overall ratios (Low) - 87.37 to 1, 48.90 to 1, 28.05 to 1, 16.74 to 1, Reverse - 77.19 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 50 mph; MPG - 6.5; Radius of Action - 170 miles
Dimensions	Length - 20 ft 3 in (internal - 14 ft 10 in); Width - 7 ft 6 in (internal - 7 ft 0 in); Height - 11 ft 0 in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); WB - 11 ft 6 in; G/C - 1 ft 2¼ in (axles), 1 ft 11 in (belly); TC - 55 ft 0 in; Track - 6 ft 2¾ in (front), 5 ft 10-5/8 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 4 tons 14½ cwt; Laden - 7 tons 13½ cwt.
Body	Body - Flat floor, metal framing, detachable hood superstructure of tubular metal with canvas cover. Bin rails to accommodate 30 RAF Pattern storage bins (early models only). Standard RAF spring draw-bar gear. Spare wheel under body at rear (early models only). Cab - Enclosed insulated steel panel cab seating two, including driver. Sliding panel in roof for ventilation and to accommodate pillar mounted machine gun.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear
Brakes	Internal expanding - Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on all wheels. Trailer brake connections - Single line vacuum.
Wheels/Tyres	Split disc wheels 20 x 8.37/12.00-20
Notes	Steering - Cam and lever. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11. Type 3 was fitted with a Delco-Remy coil ignition instead of Simms Magneto ignition.

Dennis, 30/40 cwt, 4x2, with 30 cwt GS body
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Dennis, 4 cyl, petrol, OHV. Bore: 100mm (3.937 in), Stroke: 120mm 4.728 in), Capacity: 3.77 litres (220.18 cu in). Max BHP - 75 at 3,000 rpm, 53 at 2,500 rpm with road setting and driving all auxiliaries; Max torque - 1,850 lbs/ins at 1,500 rpm. RAC Rating - 24.8 hp
Transmission	Clutch - Single plate running in oil Gearbox (Main) - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.28 to 1, 2nd - 3.16 to 1, 3rd - 1.74 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 8.14 to 1: Auxiliary Box - 2 speed. Ratios - 1 to 1 (High) and 6.5 to 1 (Low). Rear axle - Full-floating, spiral bevel, ratio 6.5 to 1: Overall ratios (High) - 40.82 to 1, 20.54 to 1, 11.31 to 1, 6.5 to 1, Reverse - 52.91 to 1. Overall ratios (Low) - 68.04 to 1, 34.24 to 1, 18.85 to 1, 10.83 to 1, Reverse - 88.18 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - 50 mph; MPG - 10; Radius of Action - 150 miles
Dimensions	Length - 19 ft 10 in (internal - 10 ft 9 in); Width - 7 ft 6 in (internal - 7 ft 0 in); Height - 10 ft 3 in (internal - 6 ft 0 in); WB - 12 ft 4 in; G/C - 12 in (rear axle), 1 ft 4 in (belly); TC - 49 ft 7 in (RH), 47 ft 6 in (LH); Track - 5 ft 9-1/8 in (front), 5 ft 6¾ in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 3 tons 0 cwt; Laden - 5 tons 5 cwt. Shipping tonnage (min) - 23-tons 19 cwt, (max) - 28-tons 4 cwt.
Body	Body - Flat floor, metal framework, detachable metal tubular superstructure with canvas cover. RAF standard spring draw-bar gear. Vacuum pipeline to rear of chassis for trailer brake operation. Spare wheel behind cab. Cab - Totally enclosed steel panel cab seating two, including driver.
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers all round.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on rear wheels. Trailer brake connections - Single line vacuum.
Wheels/Tyres	Split disc wheels/10.50-20
Notes	Required to tow trailers, home use only. Steering - Worm and wheel. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.

Austin, 3-ton, 4x2, Model K4/DE (Series 2) Commercial Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1504 (Vehicle); 16A/1515 (Chassis); 16A/1516 (Body):
Engine	Austin, petrol, 6-cyl, liquid cooled, 68 bhp @ 2,700 rpm
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length -20ft 4in (internal - 14ft 1in) ; Width - 7ft 10in (internal - 7ft 4in); Height - 10ft 1in (internal - 5ft 9in); WB - 13ft 0in; G/C - 11in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 18 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Semi-forward control, high loading chassis with cargo body and detachable canvas tilt.

Bedford, 7-ton, 4x2, Type SSC equipped with Edwards end-tipping body, 6 cu yd, Mk 2 Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1471 (Vehicle); 16A/1538 (Chassis); 16A/1533 (Body)
Engine	Bedford, petrol, 6-cyl, ohv, liquid cooled, 94 bhp @ 3,000 rpm
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - 16ft 7in (internal body - 10ft 0in); Width - 7ft 6in (internal body - 7ft 0in); Height - 8ft 10in (height of sides - 2ft 4in); WB - 9ft 8in; G/C - 11in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 3 tons 6 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Forward control, high loading chassis with all-steel end tipping body of 6 cu yd capacity.

Ford, 3-ton, 4x4, WOT 6, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Karrier Bantam, Mk 1, 2-ton, 4x2, with low loading freighter body
RAF Ref No	16A/295
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Bedford, 3 ton, 4x4, Type QLC with Marshall GS body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1670
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Ford, 30 cwt, 4x4, WOT 8, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Fordson, 3-ton, 4x2, Thames chassis fitted with truck/cargo body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1506 (Vehicle); 16A/1517 (Chassis); 16A/1636 (Body):
Engine	Ford V-8 commercial, petrol, liquid cooled, 85 bhp @ 3,500 rpm
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - 21ft 11in (internal - 12ft 10in); Width - 7ft 8in (internal - 7ft 0in); Height -10ft 1in (internal - 6ft 1in) ; WB - 13ft 1in; G/C - 9in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 3 tons 4 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Semi-forward control, high loading chassis with cargo body and detachable canvas tilt

Fordson, 4-ton, Thames chassis equipped as Truck/Pantechnicon Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1511 (Vehicle); 16A/1517 (Chassis); 16A/1526 (Body):
Engine	Fordson, V-8 commercial, petrol, liquid cooled, 85 bhp @ 3,500 rpm.
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - 22ft 0in (internal, main body and over cab - 18ft 6in, floor level - 14ft 6in); Width - 7ft 7in (internal - 6ft 9in); Height - 11ft 0in (internal, main body - 7ft 9in, over cab - 3ft 0in); WB - 13ft 1in; G/C - 8in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 3 tons 14 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Civilian type, high loading Pantechnicon body with wheel-arch floor.

Austin, 1-ton, 4x4, Type K9 WD/H, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1641 (Vehicle); 16A/1549 (Chassis); 16A/1642 (Body)
Engine	Austin, 6-cyl, petrol, liquid cooled, 90 bhp @ 3,000 rpm.
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - 17ft 3in (internal - 7ft 11in); Width - 7ft 4in (internal - 6ft 0in); Height - 8ft 10in (internal - 5ft 1in); WB - 11ft 6in; G/C -12in ; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 18 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Normal control, high loading chassis with cargo body and detachable tilt. The chassis is a standard commercial model modified to meet Service requirements, including the provision of front wheel drive and larger wheel equipment. The vehicle has a limited cross-country performance and is capable of towing a trailed load of 2 tons on good surfaces without performance loss.

Leyland, 3 ton, 6x4, WLW, Retriever with GS body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Leyland,4 cyl, petrol. Bore: 115.8 mm (4.4725 in), Stroke: 139.7 mm (5.5 in), Capacity: 5.90 litres (359.7 cu in), Max BHP - 73 at 2,120 rpm (governed at 2,150 rpm); Max torque - 3,120 lbs/ins at 1,150 rpm.
Transmission	Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 4.78 to 1, 2nd - 3.1 to 1, 3rd - 1.74 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 5.57 to 1: Auxiliary gearbox- Ratios - 1.1 to 1 and 2.22 to 1. Rear axle - Full floating, overhead worm drive, ratios 7.5 to 1. Overall ratios (High) - 35.85 to 1, 22.5 to 13.0 to 1, 7.5 to 1, reverse - 41.8 to 1 Overall ratios (Low)- 79.6 to 1, 49.9 to 28.9 to 1, 16.6 to 1, reverse - 92.8 to 1
Performance	Max Speed - 33 mph (governed); MPG - 6; Radius of Action - 180 miles
Dimensions	Length - 22 ft 5½ in (internal - 14 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 5¼ in (internal - 6 ft 6 in); Height - 10 ft 4½ in (internal - 6 ft 6 in, Stripped shipping - 8 ft 0 in); WB - 13 ft 0 in; BC - 4 ft 0 in; G/C - 11½ in (rear axle), 17½ (belly); TC - 55 ft; Track - 5 ft 11½ in (front), 5 ft 7¾ in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 4 tons 6¼ cwt; Laden - 8 tons 10 cwt.
Body	Body - GS body with flat floor at front, well construction over rear bogie. Detachable hoops and canvas tilt. Drawbar gear at rear. Cab - Open with folding canopy, seating two. Later versions - all enclosed with folding top.
Suspension	Front - Semi-elliptical , Rear - Inverted semi-elliptical pivoted at centre
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on four rear wheels. Trailer brake connection - Single line vacuum (not fitted to all)
Tyres	9.00-20 on all wheels.
Notes	Steering - Marles type Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.

Bedford, 3-ton, 4x2, Type SLC Cargo Truck Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	16A/1688 (Vehicle); 16A/1689 (Chassis):
Engine	Bedford, petrol, 6-cyl, liquid cooled, 94 bhp @ 3,000 rpm
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action - :
Dimensions	Length - 20ft 4in (internal - 14ft 1in); Width - 7ft 10in (internal - 7ft 4in); Height - 10ft 1in (internal - 5ft 9in); WB - 13ft 0in; G/C - 11in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 2 tons 18 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Forward control, high loading chassis with cargo body and detachable tilt.

Bedford, 3-ton, 4x4, Type RL, GS Cargo Truck Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	With trailer braking - 16A/1915 (Vehicle); 16A/2068 (Chassis); 16A/1932 Without trailer braking - 16A/2069 (Vehicle); 16A/1701 (Chassis); 16A/1932 (Body)
Engine	Bedford, petrol, 6-cyl, liquid cooled, 94 bhp @ 3,000 rpm
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action - :
Dimensions	Length - 20ft 10in (internal - 14ft 1in); Width - 7ft 10in (internal - 7ft 4in); Height - 10ft 1in (with tilt), 8ft 6in (without tilt) (internal - 5ft 9in); WB - 13ft 0in; G/C - 12in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 3 tons 10 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Forward control, high loading chassis with cargo body and detachable canvas tilt. The differences between the two variants of this chassis are: - 16A/1701 has no provision for trailer braking 16A/2608 is provided with both two-line air pressure and vacuum connections.

Karrier, 2-ton, 4x2, Bantam Mk 3 with flat platform body (Marshall) Crown Copyright^©
Engine	16A/1469 (Vehicle); 16A/1562 (Chassis); 16A/1563 (Body):
Gearbox	Karrier, 4-cyl, petrol, liquid cooled, Mk 3 - 48 bhp @ 3,000 rpm, Mk 5 - 53 bhp @ 3,000 rpm
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - 16ft 10in; Width - 6ft 7in; Height -6ft 8in ; WB - 8ft 2in; G/C - 5in; TC - :
Weights	Unladen - 1 ton 17 cwt; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes	Forward control low loading chassis fitted with flat platform bodies.

Chevrolet, 3 ton, 4x4, Model C60L, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Chevrolet, 6 cyl, petrol. Bore: 3½ in, Stroke: 3¾ in, Capacity: 3.54 litres, RAC rating - 29.4 hp. Max BHP - 78 at 3,200 rpm; Max torque - 2,016 lbs/ins at 1,100 rpm.
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate 10¾ in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Transfer case - Ratios - (High) Direct (1 to 1) and (Low) 1.87 to 1. Front wheel drive can be disengaged in High gear. Front axle - Full floating, spiral bevel drive. Rear axle - Full floating, spiral bevel drive, ratio - 7.2 to 1: Overall ratios (High) - 52.0 to 1, 25.0 to 1, 12.3 to 1, 7.2 to 1, Reverse - 51.5 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - 8; Radius of Action - 190 miles
Dimensions	Length - 20 ft 0 in (internal - 12 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 4 in (internal - 6 ft 8 in); Height - 10 ft 3 in (internal - 6 ft 0 in, stripped shipping height - 6 ft 6 in); WB 13 ft 2 in; G/C - 11 in (at axle housings); TC -67 ft; Track - 5 ft 8½ in (front), 5 ft 9 in (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 3 ton 16 cwt; Laden - 7 tons 4 cwt:
Body	Body - General Service body with flat floor, except for low wheel arches. Fixed body side 30 in high. Detachable canvas tilt and superstructure. Cab - Canadian Military Pattern model 13 cab, seating two including the driver. Detachable top to reduce shipping height. Reverse slope windscreen Special fitments - Spring drawbar gear
Suspension	Semi elliptical, front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers.
Brakes	Foot - hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand - mechanical on rear wheels. Trailer brake connection - Single line vacuum, early models were shipped without this and were fitted retrospectively.
Wheels/Tyres	WD Divided type 20-6/10.50-20
Notes	Steering - Right hand drive, Ball bearing nut and sector. Electrical equipment - 6V. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2.

Dodge, 3 ton, 4x2, Model T110L5, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Dodge, 3 ton, 4x2, Model T110L6, Tipper Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Dodge, 3 ton, 4x2, Model T110LS, Tipper Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Dodge, 3 ton, 4x2, Model T110L9, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Dodge, 3 ton, 4x2, Model VK62B, GS Tender
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Dodge, 6 cyl, petrol. Bore: 3¾ in, Stroke: 5 in, Capacity: 3.74 litres. Max BHP - 91 at 2,800 rpm; Max torque - 2,880 lbs/ins at 800 rpm. Compression ration - 5.85 to 1. RAC Rating - 33.7 hp.
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate, 13 in dia. Gearbox - 5 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.4 to 1, 2nd - 3.1 to 1, 3rd - 2.4 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - not stated: Front axle - Reverse Elliott 'I' beam Rear axle - Full-floating Hypoid 7.166 to 1 Overall ratios - 56.1 to 1, 32.4 to 1, 17.7 to 1, 10.9 to 1, 7.4 to 1, Reverse - 45.1 to 1.
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - not stated; Radius of Action - not stated
Dimensions	Length - 25 ft 1 in (internal - 15 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 8 in (internal - 7 ft 0 in); Height - 10 ft 0 in (internal - 5 ft 6 in, Stripped shipping - 6 ft 11 in); WB - 15 ft 8 in; G/C - 9¾ (rear axle); TC - 68 ft; Track - 5 ft 9 in (front), 5 ft 10½ (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 4 tons 6 cwt; Laden - 7 tons 9½ cwt.
Body	Body - All steel GS (Cargo type) body with flat floor and solid sides 2 ft 4 in high. Full length folding removable troop seats along each side. Detachable canvas tilt and hoops. Spare wheel carried under frame at rear. Cab - All steel cab, seating two, non-detachable top. Special fitments - US Army type pintle hook at rear.
Suspension	Semi-elliptical front and rear, with helper springs at rear
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on transmission.
Wheels/Tyres	Steel disc wheels 6.00-20/9.00-20
Notes	Steering - Left hand drive, worm and sector. Electrical equipment - 6V. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2

Ford, 3-ton, 4x4, CO18QF (F60L) with GS body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Ford Mercury petrol V8. Bore: 3.19 in (81.2mm), Stroke: 3.75 in (95.23mm), Capacity: 3.91 litres (238.6 cu in), RAC rating - 32.5 hp. Max BHP - 95 at 3,600 rpm; Max torque - 2,112 lbs/ins at 1,800 rpm.
Transmission	Clutch - Semi-centrifugal single dry plate, 11 in dia. Gearbox - 4 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.4 to 1, 2nd - 3.1 to 1, 3rd - 1.69 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, reverse - 7.82 to 1: Transfer case - 2-speed, helical gear drive. Power take off incorporated for driving auxiliary equipment which may be mounted on this chassis. Ratios - 1 to 1 and 1.87 to 1. Front wheel drive can be disengaged in high gear. Front Axle - Differential assembly identical to rear axle. Rear axle - Full floating, spiral bevel drive, ratios 7.16 to 1: Overall ratios (High) - 46.0 to 1, 22.2 to 12.1 to 1, 7.16 to 1, reverse - 56.3 to 1 Overall ratios (Low) - 86.1 to 1, 41.6 to 22.7 to 1, 13.4 to 1, reverse - 105.2 to 1
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - 8; Radius of Action - 190 miles
Dimensions	Length - 20 ft 0 in (internal - 12 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 4 in (internal - 6 ft 8 in); Height - 10 ft 3 in (internal - 6 ft 0 in, Stripped shipping - 6 ft 6 in); WB - 13 ft 2¼ in; G/C - 11¼ in (rear axle); TC - 66 ft; Track - 5 ft 10½ in (front), 5 ft 9 (rear)
Weights	Unladen - 3 tons 16 cwt; Laden - 7 tons 4 cwt.
Body	Body - Flat floor except for low wheel arches. Fixed body sides sides 2 ft 6 in high. Detachable canvas tilt and hoops. Cab - Canadian Military Pattern Model 13 cab, seating two. Enclosed steel panelled with detachable top. Some vehicles have observation hatch over passenger's seat. Reverse slope windscreen in two sections.
Suspension	Semi-elliptical front and rear, with hydraulic shock absorbers.
Brakes	Foot, hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand brake - mechanical on propeller shaft.
Wheels/Tyres	WD Divided type 6.00-20/10.50-20
Notes	Steering - Right hand drive, worm and roller. Electrical equipment - 6V. Also shown in AP2782A, Section 11

FWD, 4 ton, 4x4, Model HAR1, GS Tender Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

FWD, 5/6 ton, 4x4, Model SU-COE, with GS body
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes

Studebaker, 2½ ton, 6x6, Model US6 with cargo body Crown Copyright^©
RAF Ref No	not stated
Engine	Hercules JXD, 6-cyl. petrol, Bore: 101.6 mm (4 in), Stroke: 107.9 mm (4.25 in), Capacity: 5.243 litres (320 cu in). Max BHP - 87 at 2,600 rpm (governed to 2,620 rpm): Max torque - 3.024 lbs/ins. RAC Rating - 38.4 hp.
Transmission	Clutch - Single dry plate. Gearbox - 5 speed and 1 reverse. Ratios: 1st - 6.06 to 1, 2nd - 3.5 to 1, 3rd - 1.8 to 1, 4th - 1 to 1, Overdrive - 0.799 to 1, reverse - 6.00 to 1: Transfer Box - 2-speed, ratios 1.155 to 1 and 2.602 to 1. Front axle can be disengaged. Front axle - Spiral bevel, ratio 6.6 to 1, automatically engaged in low gear but may be engaged in high ratio. Rear axle - Fully floating, spiral bevel drive, ratio 6.6 to 1. Overall Ratios (High) - 1st - 46.18 to 1, 2nd - 6.681 to 1, 3rd - 13.72 to 1, 4th - 7.621 to 1, Overdrive - 6.088 to 1, Reverse - 45.73 to 1 Overall Ratios (Low) - 1st - 104.01 to 1, 2nd - 60.1 to 1, 3rd - 30.98 to 1, 4th - 17.17 to 1, Overdrive - 13.72 to 1, Reverse - 103 to 1:
Performance	Max Speed - not stated; MPG - 8; Radius of Action -250 miles.
Dimensions	Length - 20 ft 10½ in (internal - 12 ft 0 in); Width - 7 ft 4 in (internal - 7 ft 0 in); Height - 8 ft 10 in (internal - 5 ft 2 in, stripped shipping - 7 ft 3 in); WB - 13ft 6 in*; BC - 3 ft 8 in; G/C - not stated; TC - 35 ft 1½ in; Track - not stated:
Weights	Unladen - 4 tons 13½ cwt, Laden - 6 tons 18¼. Standing tonnage - 33.72 tons.
Body	Body - All steel GS body with detachable hoops and tilt. Troop seats, full length on each side which fold back into sides. Two towing hooks at front. Rear pintle.
Suspension	Front - semi-elliptical with double acting hydraulic shock absorbers. Rear - inverted semi-elliptical, no shock absorbers, with radius rods between axles. Cab - All enclosed steel steel panel with accommodation for two.
Brakes	Foot hydraulic vacuum servo assisted on all wheels. Hand - mechanical on transmission.
Wheels/Tyres	Disc type 20.00-7/7.50-20 8-ply, dual rear. Spare carried behind cab.
Notes	Steering - Cam and lever. Electrical equipment - 6V. Also shown in AP2782, Group 2. *A 12 ft 4 in wheelbase version was used as a tractor unit for the Kentucky 7 ton trailer shown elsewhere.

AEC, 6x6, 10 ton chassis, type 0854 chassis
RAF Ref No	16A/614 (Vehicle); 16A/613 (Chassis):
Engine
Gearbox
Performance	Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions	Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights	Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body
Tyres
Notes