Bedford military-front and civvy-front types

[Richard Farrant]

Originally posted by David_Hayward
Thanks Richard...my info was gleaned from various sources. Was there a MWA Armoured or am I confusing the OXA, and also MMV van?

David,

I think you mean the OXA armoured, this was not a factory build.
Not sure what you mean by MMV ?

Which of the Bedfords had the civvy front? This is a post-war Pearson's acquisition that they rebuilt. Looks like an OWS to my untrained eyes. I keep thinking the civvy front was only used on the OW series.

This tanker was probably ex-military and was known as;
ML Modified
Bedford Petrol Tanker
32x6 heavy duty tyres, duals on rear
143" wheelbase
800 gallon 4-compartment tank by Aluminium Plant & Vessel Co.

and to add, the OW series only used the military front end and were for essential civilian users.