More payload for these Fords
26th March 1976, Page 27
26th March 1976
Page 27
Page 27, 26th March 1976
— More payload for these Fords
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FORD has introduced two new lightweight versions of its 7.5-tonne D-Series claimed to offer payload improvements of up to 350kg (7cwt) over the standard vehicles.
The kerb-weight reductions have been achieved by using a lighter chassis frame and front axle, fitting a 60-litre (13gal) fuel tank in place of the usual 85-litre (18.7gal) tank and by deleting the rear dampers, spare wheel and carrier. A singlepull mechanical parking brake is used in place of the normal spring-brake.
The new lightweight specification is restricted to highway use only and the normal D-series warranty of 12 months/ 40,000 miles applies.