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Originally Posted by silver G
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I did look at these and they are a bit small for the lengh of time i intend to be in the thing!
So after a sleepless night(so i googled the internet for possible other options.
And i may have changed my direction of thnking again.
From the Bedford Tm to the leyland daf y440(i THINK)!!
the reason for this is the overall weight diff of the two.
The daff coming in alot lighter.
The fact that bedford is no longer making trucks but daf is making me concerned about getting parts if needed!
Heres the stat of the two.
Description Bedford TM 4x4 Drop Side Cargo
QTY50 in stock
DetailsBedford TM trucks are currently in service with the British Forces. The vehicle is 16,000kg gvw with 205 hp. We are able to offer this vehicle with flatbed or dropside body with new canopy fitted. They have a payload of 8,000kg and the inclusion of power steering and tilt cab make this vehicle very easy to maintain. A powerful 4x4 suited to conversion for drilling equipment and other such operations.
EngineBedford 500 205hp water cooled direct injection turboGearbox
BrakesSteeringPower steering LHD/RHD available
Tyres15.50/80 X 20 radialMax Load8,000kg
Electrics24 voltLength6.62m
Height2.47mWidth2.99m
G.V.W17,000kgHours / Mileage20,000 - 70,000km
Date into SvcPriceGBP £15,000.00 per unit
Description DAF YA4440 4x4 Drop Side Cargo Truck
QTY300 in stock
DetailsThe DAF YA4440 4x4 cargo truck used by NATO forces has proven to be a leader in the medium mobility field. Using all ZF transmission and steering components, coupled with the DAF engine, puts these well on par with the Mercedes 1017. We are able to supply vehicles with either flatbed cargo body or dropside with canopy. Immediately available large quantities ex NATO reserve stock in excellent condition. Options available: Water/fuel tanker Crane truck Tipper truck Service truck
EngineDAF DT615 6 cylinder turbo diesel developing 153hpGearboxManual ZF type with 5 forward and 1 reverse gears 2 speed transfer box
BrakesFull air system with exhaust retarderSteeringPower steering LHD available
Tyres12.00 x 20Max Load5,000kg
Electrics24 voltLength7.10m
Height2.40mWidth2.80m
G.V.W11,500kgHours / Mileage1,000 - 50,000kms
Date into Svc1983-87PriceGBP £17,500.00 per unit