The new Morris light trucks of high performance readily fall within the scope of a large variety of commercial purposes. Low running costs, speed of operation and ready mameuvrability all make their contribution towards efficiency. The special features which are embodied in the design may be taken as the outcome, not only of past experience of the manufacturers, but also that of many dealers and operators, Safety and reliability are first considerations in modern transport, and many new features contribute towards the achievement of these qualities, To those who are familiar with the well-tried models which have gone before, the question will be asked as to just where the new models represent an improvement on those which are already giving good service, Briefly, the principal improvements particular to the 5-cwt. vehicle are a better engine performance, light but strong double-box type frame, larger carrying capacity with short overall length, Redesigned front axle beam and improved lay-out. Larger crown wheel, pinion and differential.
Turning to the 10-cwt. model, there is a lower forward driving position, giving better road visibility. A general reduction in weight has been effected, Improved engine bearers incorporated, a single dry plate clutch and new synchromesh gearbox, The rear axle has been redesigned with Timken bearings for the pinion and larger differential wheels and drive shaft, Large dropping windows are provided in the cab.
Both the 5-cwt and 10-cwt, models now have low-pressure tyres on easy-clean wheels. Steel panelling throughout with anti-drumming fabric-covered centre roof panel. Acces~ sibly placed spare wheel inside the body. Extensive control over ventilation can be maintained by the central windscreen opening device. This can be operated by one hand when the vehicle is in motion, ensuring satis-factóry working conditions both for the driver and the load, a point of considerable importance in some trades, In each case the wide cab doors are now hinged from the front pillars, giving easy entrance and exit,
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