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What kind of vehicle is the LDV Convoy?

What kind of vehicle is the LDV Convoy?

The Convoy was a development of the Leyland DAF 400 Series, which in turn was based on the Freight Rover 300 Series. The Convoy and its predecessors were the larger versions of the LDV Pilot (and its predecessors), all of which were based on the Leyland Sherpa series of vans that was first developed in 1974,…

What are the dimensions of a Toyota convoy?

The Convoy was available in 2.8-tonne, 3.1-tonne and 3.5-tonne variants (the 3.5-tonne having a dual rear-wheel setup for safety and improved handling) with load volume capacities up to 12.9 cubic metres, which were highly praised on release by reviewers as ‘best in class’. An extra long wheelbase version was also available.

What kind of seats does a LDV have?

Note the storage racks on the roof, an official LDV option, and an example of the custom coachwork fitted in house. A three-seater cab was available as standard with adjustable seats and padded headrests, as was power steering, a digital clock, and an FM/AM radio/cassette.

What kind of engine does a LDV 200 have?

The 200 Series continued to be offered as minibus or crewbus, but the 300 Series was also offered as a minicoach seating up to 18 people. While the K2 Sherpa ‘ s engine remained available (including the ancient B-series diesel), a 2.5-litre diesel unit was now offered on the 300 Series.

The Convoy was a development of the Leyland DAF 400 Series, which in turn was based on the Freight Rover 300 Series. The Convoy and its predecessors were the larger versions of the LDV Pilot (and its predecessors), all of which were based on the Leyland Sherpa series of vans that was first developed in 1974,…

The 200 Series continued to be offered as minibus or crewbus, but the 300 Series was also offered as a minicoach seating up to 18 people. While the K2 Sherpa ‘ s engine remained available (including the ancient B-series diesel), a 2.5-litre diesel unit was now offered on the 300 Series.

When did the LDV 400 get a facelift?

In 1996, the 400 van received a facelift from Ogle Design and was renamed the ‘Convoy’. Changes included new bumpers, a new bonnet, and a redesigned radiator grille, as well as improved headlamps (which were 40% brighter than those on the 400). The indicators were also changed to a new ‘wraparound’-style design.

The Convoy was available in 2.8-tonne, 3.1-tonne and 3.5-tonne variants (the 3.5-tonne having a dual rear-wheel setup for safety and improved handling) with load volume capacities up to 12.9 cubic metres, which were highly praised on release by reviewers as ‘best in class’. An extra long wheelbase version was also available.

Are there any used LDV Convoy vans for sale?

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When did Leyland DAF 400 become convoy Van?

Two years after Leyland Daf Vans was subject to a management buyout in 1993, the old 400 was smartened up and became the Convoy, while its smaller brother, the 200, was renamed Pilot.

What kind of brakes did the LDV Convoy use?

Disc brakes were standard for the front (ventilated discs were available as an optional extra), drums standard for the rear, and the van used a traditional live rear axle setup, with leaf springs on all wheels. The van was available in both a low-topped (nicknamed ‘City’), and a high-topped (nicknamed ‘Hi-Loader’) variant.

How often do you need to service a LDV Convoy?

Servicing is required every six months, which is normal for such old-fashioned engines, but LDV dealers are renowned for their cheap labour rates and parts too are cheap and plentiful. We have heard tales of unreliability and breakdowns but they are balanced by others who swear blind by the Convoy.

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