Ka rrier fits tractive units on Dodges
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IN WHAT is described as a "onestop deal", Karrier Motors' special equipment operations department is now offering a factory-fitted tractive unit installation service on Dodge Commando 2 G18, G20 and G26 models.
The basic package includes a Davis Magnet or York Big D fifth wheel, lead-on ramps, air and electrical trailer connections priced at £620. Rear wings and catwalk are also available, but are listed as extras.
A one-year unlimited mileage warranty covers the completed vehicle with a two years' unlimited mileage warranty on the engine.
The Post Office has just taken delivery of 55 fully-equipped G20 tractive units with special non-standard features. The vehicles to be used for parcels trunking operations required a low coupling height to cope with load bay height restrictions.
Standard wheel and tyre equipment were substituted by smaller GR 22.5 wheels and tyres. Despite a reduction in drive axle capacity of 1.5 tons, the vehicles retain a gross train weight of 19.68 tons.
A Girling Skidchek anti-lock braking system was installed on line at Dunstable while the overall specification incorporates Perkins T6 354 six-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel engine and a 5.14 to 1 ratio rear axle for motorway running.