SPeeCIN TranSPOTt for Six Horses U S1NG a Foden double decker
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passenger chassis, a horsebox to carry six animals has recently been constructed by J. H. Jennings and Son. Ltd., Sandbach. As the animals stand facing the centre, three abreast at each end of the body, with a gangway between, the grooms can reach each horse's head by opening a small door.
Separate ramps are used for the two compartments. The front stalls are entered from the off side and the rear stalls from the near side. Each stall haQ a hinged partition.
The body is built on modern lines, with a hardwood exterior. The interior is of tongued and grooved boardin; from the floor to Waist, the remainder being hardwood panelled. Hand graining to represent light oak, dark oak and mahogany panelling is featured on the exterior.
Grooms enter the main compartmerr through a hinged coach-type door on the near side, where there are concealed steps. There is a regulated-drop glass in the body door and a similar drop glass is built into the framework on he
opposite side. .
Equipment includes loose seats f the grooms, radio with extensiOn speakers in the Main body,. MO Firs rititd saddle racks.