L13
1953 Octopus 22.0/1E Reg. SUB 701 Chassis No. 532642 Engine: Leyland 0.600 9.8 Ltr 125 hp Diesel Gearbox: Thornycroft D473 5 speed manual New to British Road Services (BRS) in 1954 as part of a batch of 10 vehicles, this vehicle was one of a total of 250 similar vehicles in the BRS fleet. This classic 8wheeler worked all its life from Doncaster depot, carrying three different fleet numbers over the years. It worked until 1965 when it was sold at an auction to Rush Green Motors of Oadby. Purchased for preservation in 1997, the vehicle was in very poor condition, having been standing outside for 30 years. The vehicle has been restored to its original condition, including its original area code, the work taking place over a period of 12 months. The work required included replacement of the engine, gearbox, springs and repairs to the broken chassis.
Entered by the Pyatt brothers of Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent.
© Leyland Society, 2008