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Triple D - Will's Roadtransport Revival

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According to Motor Transport, back in the 1960s, “Ford Motor Company of Holland developed an interesting unit for the transport of up to three heavy commercial vehicles.”
So how did it work I hear you ask. Well, no surprises for guessing that in involved a series of hydraulically operated ramps, which back in the 60s was apparently big news.
This picture shows a Ford D-Series transporter carrying three similar trucks – a pair of D700s and one D200. Other than the odd horsebox I can't remember the last time I saw a D-Series on the road. If you know of one that's still working for a living I'd love to hear from you.

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John Simpson:

You were wondering if any old D series are still on the go.
Bell & son
Joiners
Randolph Place
Randolph Ind Est
Kirkcaldy Fife
Scotland
This vehicle I think is about a K plate as it still has the round lights.
Saw it in the garage last year getting ready for its mot. Staff say its murder getting bits but it is still used daily.

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