Vehicle - Ford Truck, Ford Motor Company, 1930

Historical information

1930 AA Ford 1.5 tonne (30cwt) truck.

Originally owned by Blakiston & Company, Geelong.

Built in 1930, this truck carried wool and general goods in Geelong and the Western District until the early 1940s.

It was restored in 1989-1990 by David Malkit Automotive, Belmont, Geelong East Technical School.

Specifications:
4 cyclinder side valve engine
201 cu.in. capacity
24 hp (R.A.C.) rating
40 bhp @2200rpm
Optional 4 speed non-synchronised gearbox
Heavy duty rear axle with torque rod
Transverse front springs
Cantilever back springs
Coach built cab and tray body

Physical description

Dark green truck with painted lettering on door and tray. The cabin has a black bench seat, and body has a wooden tray.

Inscriptions & markings

printed: NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM / GEELONG / BLAKISTON & Co. / Pty. Ltd. / CARRIERS / GEELONG / No 1
Licence plate: WOOL - 30

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