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In the early 1980s the British Army started their search for a replacement for the 20-year-old Bedford MJ\/MK GS 4-tonne truck. These were the backbone of the army’s transportation fleet, with the ability to haul 4-tonnes of cargo, 20 fully equipped soldiers or 3 standard NATO pallets.<\/p>\n

After testing various designs, in June 1989 they picked the Leyland DAF T244, placing an initial order for 5,350 units.<\/p>\n

The design was based on the Leyland Roadrunner light commercial truck, with various changes to suit the army’s needs. Including strengthening the roof to support two soldiers and a roof mounted machine gun. As well as ensuring it could drive directly into the belly of a Hercules C-130 transport aircraft or be lifted by a Chinook helicopter.<\/p>\n

Other changes include the use of a Cummins 6BT 5.9L Diesel engine, manufactured in the UK and a specially designed axles built in Glasgow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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