L9
1950 Beaver 12B.1 Reg. GFU 741 Chassis No. 501409 Engine: Leyland O.600 9.8 Ltr 125 hp Diesel Gearbox: Leyland 5 speed manual
This vehicle was supplied new in 1950 to `D. E. Langton' who used it to transport cattle for 17 years before it was laid up in their yard. It was restored in 1987 and has attended shows ever since. It was purchased by Mr. Robinson in 1998. Entered by Mr. J. Robinson of Halifax. L10 1950 ECO/1R Comet Reg. MTB 194 Chassis No. 503514 Engine: Leyland O.300 4.8 Ltr 75 hp Diesel Gearbox: Leyland 5 speed manual MTB 194 was new to H & RAinscough of Burscough in 1950 and was used for flour and grain deliveries in the Preston and Manchester areas until 1968. It was then bought for preservation by the late father of the Pyatt brothers who own the vehicle today. After a storage period of 30 years, it was subject to a thorough restoration which included fitting a differential from a coach for a better cruising speed.
Entered by The Pyatt Brothers of Cheadle, Staffs.
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