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[Keith Orpin]

Totally agree with all the comments so far, but how come early WC's had max speeed 55mph stamped on the nomenclature plate ?
Regards
Keith

[Lynn Eades]

The WC51 and WC52 had 6 (six) volt electrical systems. ... An interesting site. Thanks.

[gordon]

Originally Posted by Keith Orpin

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.

[Pete Ashby]

Originally Posted by Keith Orpin

Totally agree with all the comments so far, but how come early WC's had max speeed 55mph stamped on the nomenclature plate ?
Regards
Keith

Now then Agent O, get the dust sheets of the old gal and give her a blast to blow the cobwebs away. Mind you with the cost of fuel we now have in the UK you'd better save up for it, at 55mph she'll drink some juice.

Actually I agree with you Gordon, given the braking capacity 55 is plenty fast enough, mine would tramp on all day long at 45 but above that you needed written notification to stop.

Pete