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Stand 99
QPECIMENS from the G.M.C. range displayed on the stand of General Motors, Ltd., include a 1-tonner, a 50-60-cwt. model, a 34-4-tonner and a vehicle rated at 70-80 cwt. The first of these is shown as a van, the larger model, with a drop-sided lorry body; the 34-4-tonner, which is of the forward-control type, is displayed as a tipping machine, and the biggest of the four has a Luton-type van, In every case the striking appearance of these machines seems to be creating a favourable impression among visitors to Earls Court, and expressions of approval of the new design of radiator grille in particular have been overheard.
As power unit of the entire range, a six-cylindered 86 b.h.p. engine is used. It has side valves and heat-treated aluminium alloy pistons, whilst a wide incorporating an accelerator pump.. There is an automatic manifold heatcontrol mechanism. Petrol is fed by an A.C. fuel lift purhp, and an air cleaner of the same make is fitted to the intake.
Considering now the layout of the 1-tonner, this has three speeds with synchromesh gear change and a spiralbevel rear axle. The brakes are operated by hydraulic means.
On the 24-3-tonner a four-speed gearbox is installed, which has provision for a power take-off. In the main its lay-out resembles that of the smaller vehicle. The four-speed gearbox is also standardized on the two 34-4-tonners. Throughout the range modern practice, sturdy construction and ctirnplete equipment are prominent features.—General Motors, Ltd., 21, Cavendish Square, London,