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| Date: | 1976 |
| Registration: | LYV 135P |
| Acquired by the Museum: | 1992 (on loan) |
| Current State: | As acquired |
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Delivered new to Eastern Electricity in 1976, these cars were part of a
substantial production batch which were put into commercial use with
Electricity Boards throughout the country. As such they form one of the
most comprehensive trials of battery car operation ever mounted. Some
standard car components were used to reduce production and maintenance
costs. Batteries are fitted at the front and rear to equalise load
distribution. Most modern accessories, such as radio, windscreen washers
etc. are fitted, but not a heater, an omission which was keenly felt in
winter.
This example, registered LYV 135P, was used for
commuting and general local transport use in the Ipswich area. Placed on
long term loan to the Museum by Eastern Electricity in 1992.
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