Sound Design in a Low-priced Van
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FURNITURE removers and others I.. concerned with bulky loads will be interested in a new large-capacity van, incorporating a Bedford 2-ton chassis, marketed by G.N., Ltd., 300, Balham High Road, London, S.W.17, under the name of Gigantian. Although it has a capacity of 1,000 cubit ft., it is stated to fall well within the unladen weight limit of 21 tons. The price is £335.
The wheelbase is extended by 2 ft. 1 in., to afford a body length behind the driver of 15 ft. 9 ins. The width of the body is 7 ft. and the height at the centre 8 ft. The provision oi wheel-arches, which, incidentally, are square, enables the loading height to be reduced to 2 ft. 11 ins.
The metal-covered tailboard is hinged at a low level and may be used as a ramp to facilitate loading and unloading. The appearance of the vehicle has been studied, for the metal-faced bottom side panels are swept down to conceal the chassis and the front panel of the Luton portion is slightly sloped.
Careful design is evidenced in the framing of the body, the need for maintaining stability, despite low unladen weight, having been borne well in mind. Rigidity has been ensured by the use of one-piece ash struts, which almost encircle the interior. With the object of avoiding side bulge. a special system of angle bracings is employed, running from floor level to the top cantrail, to which they are bracketed by welded cross-pieces.