Bedford OY

The Bedford OY is an army lorry (truck) built by Bedford Vehicles for the British Armed Forces and introduced in 1939. It was based on Bedford's O-series commercial vehicles with a modified front end and single rear tyres. It was designed for a 3 ton payload. The OYD was a general service vehicle, while the OYC was a tanker version for carrying water or petrol. These vehicles were widely used during, and after, World War II but were later superseded by the Bedford RL.

Technical data

 * Engine: Bedford 6-cylinder, type WD, 3,519 cc (214 cubic inches) displacement, liquid cooled
 * Horsepower: 72 at 3,000 rpm
 * Transmission: 4-speed
 * Transfer box: None
 * Electrical system: 12 volt
 * Brakes: Hydraulic with vacuum servo assistance
 * Tyres: 10.50 - 16
 * Fuel type: Petrol
 * Fuel capacity: 145 litres (32 gallons)
 * Range: 450 km (280 miles)
 * Maximum speed: about 65 km/h (40 mph)

Bedford OX
The OX was a short-wheelbase version of the OY, designed for a 30 cwt (1.5 ton) payload. The OXD was a general service vehicle, while the OXC was designed, in association with Scammell, for use with a semi-trailer. There was also an armoured version, the Bedford OXA

Models
Models of the Bedford OX and OY are available from several companies, including Milicast and Skytrex.