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Mechanical Transport AP2782A (Section 30) - Radio Vehicles

Radio vehicles were and are treated slightly differently to other types of vehicle.  Chassis can be fitted with a number of different bodies, which while looking similar to each other are equipped with different types of equipment to fulfil a wide range of duties.  Up to at least June 1952 vehicles were listed as complete units, i.e. chassis and body fitted in one but by November 1952 the listings had been split into three parts with Part 1 covering the usual chassis used for the mounting of radio bodies, Part 2 covering the bodies themselves and Part 3 covering vehicles/body combinations.  By December 1956 this section had been reissued as a separate document, AP2782D. 

Vehicles as listed up to June 1952 (at least)

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis with insulated signals shell body Type 'E'

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis with insulated signals shell body Type 'E'

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RAF Ref No 16A/1349
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 367 Mk 1

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 367 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1368
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 12ft 9in; G/C - 9½in (rear bogie pivot); TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Commer, 15 cwt, 4x2 Model Q2 equipped as RVT 105 Mk 1

Commer, 15 cwt, 4x2 Model Q2 equipped as RVT 105 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1308 (Vehicle); 16A/718 (Chassis); 16A/1551 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 10ft 0in; G/C - 8 5/8in (rear axle), 1ft 2 in (belly); TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped RVT 150 Mk 1

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped RVT 150 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1309 (Vehicle); 16A/1116 (Chassis); 16A/1528 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped RVT 151 Mk 1

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped RVT 151 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1314 (Vehicle);16A/1116  (Chassis); 16A/1528 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Thorneycroft, 3 ton, 4x4, Model TF/AC4 chassis, equipped RVT 358 Mk 1

Thorneycroft, 3 ton, 4x4, Model TF/AC4 chassis, equipped RVT 358 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1366 (Vehicle); 16A/437 (Chassis)
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

As listed after June and by November 1952

Part 1 - Chassis

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis with insulated signals shell body Type 'E'

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RAF Ref No 16A/663 (Chassis):
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 367 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/641
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 12ft 9in; G/C -  9½in (rear bogie pivot); TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Commer, 15 cwt, 4x2 Model Q2 chassis

Commer, 15 cwt, 4x2 Model Q2 equipped as RVT 105 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/718
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 10ft 0in; G/C - 8 5/8in (rear axle), 1ft 2 in (belly); TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheeled, Mk 2 trailer chassis

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped RVT 150 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1116
Purpose  
General Information  
Chassis type  
Body  
Suspension, Wheels & Tyres  
Equipment  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Notes  

 

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, Model WOT 1A/1 chassis

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, Model WOT 1A/1 chassis

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RAF Ref No 16A/800 (WOT 1A/1 Mk 1, 14 ft 10 in w/b); 16A/801 (WOT 1A/1 Mk 2, 14 ft 10 in w/b)
Purpose  
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis - from rear

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis - from front

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RAF Ref No 16A/1561
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis - from rear

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis - from front

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RAF Ref No 16A/1585
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

SS Cars, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled trailer chassis

SS Cars, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled trailer chassis

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RAF Ref No 16A/1108
General Information  
Chassis type  
Body  
Suspension, Wheels & Tyres  
Equipment  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Notes  

 

Austin, 1 ton, 4x4, Type K9/WD GS chassis

Austin, 1 ton, 4x4, Type K9/WD GS chassis - from front

Austin, 1 ton, 4x4, Type K9/WD GS chassis - from rear

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RAF Ref No 16A/1549
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Brockhouse, 10 cwt, 2-wheel trailer chassis

Brockhouse, 10 cwt, 2-wheel trailer chassis - from front

Brockhouse, 10 cwt, 2-wheel trailer chassis - from rear

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RAF Ref No 16A/1630
General Information  
Chassis type  
Body  
Suspension, Wheels & Tyres  
Equipment  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Notes Later redesignated Chassis, trailer, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled (MoS Spec FV 2301-G/2) as 16A/1631 - see below

 

Chassis, trailer, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled (MoS Spec FV 2301-G/2)
RAF Ref No 16A/1631
General Information  
Chassis type  
Body  
Suspension, Wheels & Tyres  
Equipment  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Notes Originally designated Brockhouse, 10 cwt, 2-wheel trailer chassis as 16A/1630 - see above

 

Bedford, 3 ton, 4x4, Type R chassis

Bedford, 3 ton, 4x4, Type R chassis - from rear

Bedford, 3 ton, 4x4, Type R chassis - from front

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RAF Ref No 16A/1701
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Type 19H/1 chassis

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Type 19H/1 chassis - from front

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Type 19H/1 chassis - from rear

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RAF Ref No 16A/1518 (19H/1)
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Type 19H/7 chassis
RAF Ref No 16A/1589 (19H/7)
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes The chassis is similar to the 19H/1 but has a longer wheelbase

 

Tractor heavy, 10 ton, articulated, Leyland 6x4 SWB

Tractor heavy, 10 ton, articulated, Leyland 6x4 SWB - from rear

Tractor heavy, 10 ton, articulated, Leyland 6x4 SWB - from front

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RAF Ref No 16A/1682
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

Chassis Ref Nos for the above is as shown in other sections, unless quoted.

Part 2 - Radio bodies

Insulated Signals Shell Body, Type 'F'

Insulated Signals Shell Body, Type

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Manufacturer Unknown
RAF Ref No 16A/1528
Notes The Description below relates to the later version (Mk 3) of this body, earlier versions being basically similar but with a number of variations which are shown separately.
Description Type- Fully enclosed, temperature-insulated, van type body with box type wheel-arches.  When all doors are closed the body is insect proof and can be completely blacked-out.

Construction - Steel framework, panelled externally with mild steel and internally with hardboard.  Wooden canvas covered roof and roofed with sheet metal.  Catwalk on sides and rear end of roof.  Steel ladder at left hand side of rear end.

  • Doors: -Three-quarter length double opening doors at front of the left-hand side of the body. Double opening doors at the centre of rear end.  The opening is provided with a canvas black-out trap.
  • Windows - Sliding windows with vertically sliding black-out shutters fitted at the front and sides.  Fixed window in each rear door.
  • Ventilation - Six insect-proof ventilators.  Provision made for the fitting of extractor fans to the two ventilators at the rear end of the body.
  • External fittings - Lifting eyes located one at each end of the wheel arches.  Four mast mounting points Three cable connectors. POL carriers and a toolbox under the body.  Folding step under the rear body.
  • Internal fittings - A cupboard 4 ft 7½ in high, 2 ft 7¾ in long and 1 ft 3¾ in deep is fitted as standard equipment.  Its position varies according to the RVT for which the body has been equipped.  Provision is made for the fitting of a removable partition immediately forward of the wheel-arches.

Variants - Differences between individual bodies may occur singly of in combinations as follows: -

  1. Additional quarter length door at bottom left hand side of rear end.
  2. Additional half length door at bottom right hand side of rear end.
  3. Single opening door at the rear end.
  4. Fixed step at rear.
  5. No step at left side.
  6. Additional cable connectors or cable connectors in alternative positions.
  7. No catwalk on roof or catwalk on sides of roof only.
  8. Mushroom ventilators at front and rear ends.
  9. Provision for aerial mast stowage on roof.
  10. No light trap fitted.

Mounted on: -

  1. Crossley, Fordson, Leyland or Austin, 3 ton, 6x4 chassis
  2. Brockhouse and Eagle 5 ton 4 wheel trailer chassis (see Group 5)
  3. Crossley 4x4 and Austin 6x4 chassis (Modified 'F' Body - Full width doors at rear)
Dimensions (Internal) Length - 14 ft 10 in; Width - 6 ft 11¾ in; Height - 6 ft 6 in;
RVTs used on
  1. 101, 109, 110, 111, 150, 153, 159, 161, 322, 367, 368, 415 & 432
  2. 150
  3. 100*, 411* & 412*

 

Signals Container Body, 13 feet, Tropicalised

Signals Container Body, 13 feet, Tropicalised

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RAF Ref No Probably 16A/1553 (Mk 1);16A/1552 (Mk 3)
General Information  
Type  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Construction  
Variants  
Notes  

 

Body, Signals Type Stores

Body, Signals Type Stores

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RAF Ref No 16A/1608
General Information  
Type  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Construction  
Variants  
Notes  

 

Insulated Signals Shell Body, Type 'E'

Insulated Signals Shell Body, Type 'E'

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Manufacturer Unknown
RAF Ref No 16A/1550
Notes The Description below relates to the Mk 3 (Tropicalised) version of this body, earlier versions being basically similar but with a number of variations which are shown separately.
Description Type- Fully enclosed, temperature-insulated, flat floor body.  The body can be completely blacked-out when necessary.

Construction - Hardwood framework, exterior panelled with either mild steel or aluminium sheet.  Interior panelled with hardboard.  Wooden slatted roof.  Steel ladder at left hand side of rear end.

  • Doors: -Double doors at the rear, providing an opening 4 ft 2¾ in width and 4 ft 4½ in height.
  • Windows - A sliding type window is provided in each side and a fixed window in each door.  All windows are provided with black-outs.
  • Ventilation - Louvred ventilators fitted to the top and rear ends.  The openings are provided with "hit-or-miss" type shutters and detachable insect-proof screens.
  • External fittings - Four insulator blocks on roof.  Three cable connectors. A carrier for one Jerrican and a chain box are positioned under the body.

Variants - Differences between individual bodies may occur singly of in combinations as follows: -

  1. Wheel-arch floor.
  2. No roof ladder.
Dimensions (Internal) Length - 7 ft 10-5/8 in; Width - 6 ft 0 in; Height - 5 ft 3 in;
RVTs used on 107, 108, 314, 315 & 316

 

Insulated Signals Shell Body, Type 1-105

Insulated Signals Shell Body, Type 1-105

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Manufacturer Unknown
RAF Ref No Possibly 16A/1551
Notes The Description below relates to the Mk 4 (tropicalised) version of this body, earlier versions being basically similar but with a number of variations which are shown separately.
Description Type- Fully enclosed, temperature-insulated, van type body with shallow wheel-arches.  Stepped roof.  A mounting is provided in the roof to accommodate an aerial system, Type 60, which hinges at roof level to fold forward for stowage when travelling.  Protection is given to the aerial array in the stowed position by a wooden framework extending forward over the driver's cab from the body.

Construction -  Hardwood framework, exterior panelled with aluminium sheet, interior with hardboard.  Centre support pillars under aerial mounting.  Catwalks on sides and rear end of roof.  Steel ladder at left hand side of rear end.

  • Doors: -Double doors positioned off-centre to the left hand side of the at rear end. Door opening: 4 ft 0 in wide by 6 ft 5 in high.
  • Windows - A single sliding window in each side of the body and a fixed window in centre of front bulkhead.  Black-out curtains fitted.
  • Ventilation - Two insect-proof ventilators incorporating "hit-or-miss" type shutters and detachable insect-proof screens, located one in each side of the body.
  • External fittings - Single cable connector. POL and chain carriers under the body.
  • Internal fittings - A full width battery box is fitted to the front bulkhead.  Access to the interior of the box is through lockable doors in the side of the body or through doors in the side of the box inside the body.  The top of the box is covered in foam rubber and acts as a bunk.  A combined bench and cupboard is fitted to the right hand side of the body; the bench is cut away at its rear to form a stowage for the spare wheel.   A combined desk and cupboard positioned approximately in the centre of the floor.  Domestic equipment carried includes first aid outfit, cooking utensils, fire extinguisher, picks, shovels, etc.

Variants - Differences between individual bodies may occur singly of in combinations as follows: -

  1. Rear doors positioned centrally.
  2. No ladder to roof.
  3. No catwalk on roof.
  4. Louvred ventilators at front and rear.
  5. Larger wheel-arches.
  6. Windows in rear-doors.
RVTs used on 105.
Dimensions (Internal) Length - 9 ft 8 in; Width - 6 ft 1-7/8 in; Height - 5 ft 5 in (front), 6 ft 7½ in (rear).

 

Signals Container, Body, Mk 5

Signals Container, Body, Mk 5

Crown Copyright©

RAF Ref No 16A/1714
General Information  
Type  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Construction  
Variants  
Notes  

 

Signals Body, Type Q, Mk 1

Signals Body, Type Q, Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/2128
General Information  
Type  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Construction  
Variants  
Notes  

Part 3 - Vehicle/body combinations

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 100 Mk 1

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 100 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1305 (Vehicle); 16A/641 (Chassis); 16A/1528 (Body):
Description A twin-channel VHF transmitter vehicle for ground-to-air communication.  It can be operated from the panel on the transmitter or remotely from its associated receiver vehicle (RVT 150) or other remote positions such as flying control towers.
Chassis details See relevant Group
Body Modified 'F' Type - see above

 

Commer, 15 cwt, 4x2 Model Q2 equipped as RVT 105 Mk 1

Commer, 15 cwt, 4x2 Model Q2 equipped as RVT 105 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1308 (Vehicle); 16A/718 (Chassis); 16A/1551 (Body):
Description A mobile single channel VHF/DF station.  A four channel aircraft type transmitter-receiver is installed for communication purposes using the DF aerial.  Facilities are provided for controlling a remote VHF transmitter. Power is drawn from the batteries carried on the vehicle which are charged by a 1260W, 35V petrol/electric generating set stowed in the body when not in use.
Chassis details See relevant Group
Body 'I' Type - see above

 

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped as RVT 150 Mk 1

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped as RVT 150 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1309 (Vehicle); 16A/1116 (Chassis); 16A/1528 (Body):
Description A mobile twin-channel VHF receiving station containing facilities for the remote control of a transmitting station.  Power is drawn from an external source
Chassis details  
Body  
Dimensions (External)  
Weights  

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 150 Mk 2

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 150 Mk 2

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RAF Ref No 16A/1311 (Vehicle); 16A/641 (Chassis); 16A/1528 (Body):
Purpose A mobile twin-channel VHF receiving station containing facilities for the remote control of a transmitting station.
Chassis details  
Body  
Dimensions (External)  
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :

 

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped as RVT 151 Mk 1

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped as RVT 151 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1314 (Vehicle);16A/1116  (Chassis); 16A/1528 (Body):
Description To carry the complete equipment for the Standard Beam Approach (SBA) installation.  The installation is not operationally mobile, requiring approximately one month under normal conditions to prepare the site and install the equipment.  Normally the equipment is operated 230V, 50 c/s mains supply but if this is not available the main beacon may be supplied from an RVT 346 power vehicle.  The two marker beacons are then supplied with power from a 1.25 kVA petrol/electric generating set, two of which are stowed in this vehicle when not in use.
Chassis details See relevant Group
Body Non standard body - The copper panelled and insulated body is fitted with adjustable jacking legs at each corner to stabilise the vehicle when in use.  Opening windows in the side and front are fitted with black-out shutters and covered with wire grills.  Extractor fans are fitted to the front and rear of the body.  The rear of the body is fitted with double opening doors, normally only the centre pair are used, but during loading and unloading operations, the outer pair are capable of being opened to almost the full width of the body.   Folding steps and a folding ladder are stowed at the front of the body when not in use.  The roof is slatted at each side to provide a walk-way and to provide an even distribution of the load when it is found necessary to stow the aerial masts, normally carried inside the body, on the roof.  The bottom half of a lattice mast is hinged to the roof and lies along it in the stowed position.  When erected and with its top half attached, it supports a red obstruction light.
Dimensions (External) Vehicle - Length - 21 ft 11 in; Width - 7 ft 9 in; Height - 11 ft 1 in.

Body - Length - 18 ft 3 in; Width - 7 ft 9 in; Height - 11 ft 1 in.

Weights not stated

 

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis equipped as RVT 316

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis equipped as RVT 316

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RAF Ref No 16A/1349
Purpose A radio servicing vehicle.  No servicing equipment is issued with the vehicle, it being intended that the User Unit should equip the body to suit the specific radio equipment being serviced.
Chassis details Bedford MW - see Group 1
Body 'E' Type - see above
Dimensions (External) Length - 15 ft 9 in; Width - 6 ft 6¾ in; Height - 8 ft 10¾ in; Loading height - 3 ft 6 in.
Dimensions (Internal) Length - 7 ft 5¼ in; Width - 6 ft 0 in; Height - 5 ft 3 in.

 

Austin, 2 ton, 4x2, Model K2 chassis, equipped as RVT 346 Mk 1 or Mk 2
RAF Ref No  
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

 

Thorneycroft, 3 ton, 4x4, Model TF/AC4 chassis, equipped as RVT 358 Mk 1
RAF Ref No  
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 367 Mk 1

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 367 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1368
Description A Workshop vehicle for the repair and servicing of radio and associated equipment.  Power is normally drawn from a 50 c/s, 230 V mains supply but a 5 kVA diesel operated generating set mounted in the body, allows the vehicle to operated independently when necessary.
Chassis details See relevant Group
Body 'F' Type - see above. 

Internally fitted a separate compartment housing a 5 kVA diesel operated generating set.  It is also equipped with a rectifier and battery bank for charging purposes, an electric drill, drill stand, soldering equipment, two benches and a vice.  No Signals Test equipment is issued with the vehicle, it being intended that the User Unit should equip the body to suit the specific equipment being serviced.

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 393 Mk 1

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 393 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1375
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 12ft 9in; G/C -9½in (rear bogie pivot) ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 394 Mk 1

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 394 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1386
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 12ft 9in; G/C - 9½in (rear bogie pivot); TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis, equipped as RVT 456 Mk 3
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

 

SS Cars, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled trailer chassis, equipped as RVT 181 Mk 1

SS Cars, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled trailer chassis, equipped as RVT 181 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1325 (Vehicle); 16A/1108 (Chassis):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

SS Cars, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled trailer chassis, equipped as RVT 181 Mk 2

SS Cars, 10 cwt, 2-wheeled trailer chassis, equipped as RVT 181 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1326 (Vehicle); 16A/1108 (Chassis):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis, equipped as RVT 550 Mk 1
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 188 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1614 (Vehicle); 16A/1585 (Chassis); 16A/1552 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 189 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1615 (Vehicle); 16A/1585 (Chassis); 16A/1552 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 176 Mk 1

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 176 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1612 (Vehicle);16A/1585  (Chassis);16A/1552  (Body):
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Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 203 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1616 (Vehicle); 16A/1585 (Chassis); 16A/1552 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 541 Mk 1

Body, Signals Type Stores

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RAF Ref No 16A/1494 (Vehicle); 16A/1585 (Chassis); 16A/1608 (Body):
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Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
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Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1 chassis, equipped as RVT 188 Mk 1

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1 chassis, equipped as RVT 188 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1759 (WOT 1A); 16A/1766 (WOT 1); 16A/1852 (WOT 1A/1)
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes  

 

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1 chassis, equipped as RVT 189 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1767 (WOT 1); 16A/1794 (WOT 1A); 16A/1760 (WOT 1A/1):
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 188 on Ford WOT 1 chassis

 

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1 chassis, equipped as RVT 176 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1323 (Vehicle)
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 188 on Ford WOT 1 chassis

 

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1A chassis, equipped as RVT 176 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1324 (Vehicle)
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 188 on Ford WOT 1 chassis

 

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1A/1 chassis, equipped as RVT 176 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1853 (Vehicle); 16A/801 (Chassis); 16A/1552 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 188 on Ford WOT 1 chassis

 

Ford, 3 ton, 6x4, WOT 1 chassis, equipped as RVT 203 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1334 (WOT 1); 16A/1335 (WOT 1A); 16A/1854 (WOT 1A/1):
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 188 on Ford WOT 1 chassis

 

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis equipped as RVT 115
RAF Ref No 16A/1406 (Vehicle); 16A/663 (Chassis); 16A/1550 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 316 on Bedford MW chassis

 

Austin, 1 ton, 4x4 Model K9/WD GS chassis equipped as RVT 115
RAF Ref No 16A/1496
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to vehicle shown under Signals Body Type 'F'

 

Bedford, 15 cwt, 4x2, Model MW chassis equipped as RVT 314
RAF Ref No 16A/1412
Engine  
Gearbox  
Performance Max Speed - ; MPG - ; Radius of Action -
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; G/C - ; TC
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Tyres  
Notes The vehicle is similar in appearance to RVT 316 on Bedford MW chassis

 

Austin, 1 ton, 4x4 Model K9/WD GS chassis equipped as RVT 314
RAF Ref No 16A/1497
Purpose Twin-channel, low power HF receiver vehicle containing facilities for the remote control of its associated transmitter vehicle (RVT 314 Mk 1).  Some vehicles will be found with aerial mast stowage on the roof, whilst others carry the masts inside the body.  A 1260W generating set is stowed inside the body when not in use.
Body 'E' Type - see above
Chassis details see above
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :

 

Austin, 1 ton, 4x4 Model K9/WD GS chassis equipped as RVT 315
RAF Ref No 16A/1498 (Vehicle); 16A/1549 (Chassis); 16A/1550 (Body):
Purpose Twin-channel, low power HF receiver vehicle containing facilities for the remote control of its associated transmitter vehicle (RVT 314 Mk 1).  Some vehicles will be found with aerial mast stowage on the roof, whilst others carry the masts inside the body.  A 1260W generating set is stowed inside the body when not in use.
Body 'E' Type - see above
Chassis details see above
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :

 

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped as RVT 451 Mk 1

Brockhouse, 5 ton, 4-wheel, Mk 2 trailer, equipped as RVT 451 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1829
Purpose A standard flat platform trailer adapted to carry six sections of an aerial mast, Type 32 and its necessary erection and support equipment. The trailers necessary to carry the masts for any one aerial system (Types 260, 262, 408 and 409) will also carry between them the component parts of the aerial array.
Chassis details See relevant Group
Dimensions (Overall) Length - 28 ft 3 in (with drawbar); Width - 7 ft 11 in; Height - 12 ft 2 in;
Body Flat wooden platform trailer with 4 in chock rails, hinged chock rail at rear.  The lower section of the mast is secured by 'U'-bolts fitted to wooden bearers bolted to the floor of the trailer.  The remaining sections and the other equipment are lashed inside the lower section.  Platform dimensions are 18 ft 7 in by 7 ft 6¾  in.

 

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 194 Mk 1

Austin, 3 ton, 6x4, Model K6 chassis equipped as RVT 194 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1778 (Vehicle); 16A/641 (Chassis); 16A/1553 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - 12ft 9in; G/C - 9½in (rear bogie pivot); TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
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Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 500 Mk 1

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 500 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1399 (Vehicle with IFF); 16A/2139 (Vehicle without IFF); 16A/1518 (Chassis); 16A/1583 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
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Notes  

 

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 503 Mk 1

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 503 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1402 (Vehicle with IFF); 16A/2142 (Vehicle without IFF); 16A/1518 (Chassis); 16A/1583 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
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Notes  

 

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 510 Mk 1

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 510 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1403 (Vehicle); 16A/1589 (Chassis); 16A/1583 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis, equipped as RVT 540 Mk 1

AEC, 4x4, Model 0853 chassis, equipped as RVT 540 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1779 (Vehicle); 16A/1561 (Chassis):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Fordson, 3 ton, 6x4, Thames-Sussex chassis, equipped as RVT 551 Mk 1
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

 

Bedford, 4 ton, 4x4, Type GS chassis equipped as RVT 541 Mk 1

Bedford, 4 ton, 4x4, Type GS chassis equipped as RVT 541 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1712 (Vehicle);16A/1701  (Chassis); 16A/1608 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 501 Mk 1

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 501 Mk 1

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RAF Ref No 16A/1400 (Vehicle with IFF); 16A/2140 (Vehicle without IFF); 16A/1518 (Chassis);16A/1583  (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes  

 

Leyland, 10 ton, 6x4, Model 19H/1 chassis equipped as RVT 502 Mk 1
RAF Ref No 16A/1401 (Vehicle with IFF); 16A/2141 (Vehicle without IFF); 16A/1518 (Chassis); 16A/1583 (Body):
Purpose  
Dimensions Length - ; Width - ; Height - ; WB - ; G/C - ; TC - :
Weights Unladen - ; Laden - :
Body  
Notes This was similar in appearance to RVT 501 shown above except for the shape of the aerial reflector

 

Bedford, 4 ton, 4x4, Type GS chassis equipped as RVT 346 Mk 2
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

 

Bedford, 4 ton, 4x4, Type GS chassis equipped as RVT 358 Mk 2
Notes See Section 28 Power vehicles

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