The Vulcan Low-loader Improved
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ONE of the most useful types of vehicle is the small-wheeled pattern with a platform giving a large area and having a low height frOm the ground. This type originated a comparatively short time ago and, at first, even its progenitors thought that its field would be of a very limited nature. As things have proved, however, it is being extensively employed in many classes of work which do not involve journeys between far-distant points.
During a visit which we paid some weeks ago to the works at Crossen, Southport, of the Vulcan Motor and Engineering Co. (1906), Ltd., we were afforded an opportunity for comparing the original and new models of the Vulcan 3-ton low-loader, and the main difference which we observed was in respect of the frame. This, in the older pattern, is of somewhat complicated construction. whilst in the latest model the frame is as simple as may well be,' because support for the body takes the form o; a .number of outriggers. We are assured that this change in the design actually constitutes a considerable improvement. It is cheaper to make, much lighter and affords better accessibility.
One of the leading features of this neat little vehicle is the special cab which enables a second man to be carried at the near side of the eng lie.