A.E.C ‘Y’ Type Lorry

This popular 3- 4 tonner built between the years 1916-1921 was powered by a petrol engine developing 45 b.h.p.

A similar vehicle known as the Standard Three Ton “W.D.” Lorry saw active service in the first world war. when 10,000 of these were made, which was a very considerable achievement for those days.

This “Y” type vehicle had an all steel chassis with solid tyres and a wooden body. It was well known for its pulling power and robust construction.