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Old 13-02-11, 22:28
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Originally Posted by Keith Orpin View Post
Totally agree with all the comments so far, but how come early WC's had max speeed 55mph stamped on the nomenclature plate ?
Early = All

The 55 limit was set on the velocity governor and didn't vary between VC, half, and 3/4 ton WC that I know of. Even a T23 6 x 6 could wind itself up to 55 if given long enough.

Given the brakes and handling I'd think a 55 limit was sensible.
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