ABSTRACT

The dimensions of some examples of each class are given in 31.1.

In any specific case, the manufacturer’s data should be consulted.

1.03 Unit construction

In the field of the larger commercial vehicles, unit construction is

now almost universally employed. In this system a given chassis

can be fitted with a variety of body shells for specific purposes and

loads, mainly of standard dimensions. The body can be changed at

will, permitting one body to be loaded while the chassis is on the

road with another body delivering goods elsewhere.