UK Firsts


This 1981 X reg was reputed to have been the first R Cab 305 to be imported by Scania at the time of the launch. It featured in their publicity campaign and litrature and went into service with Essex International. I bought in in early '84 along with FNO 82Y another R cab305 and three late '83 R Cab Intercoolers A 937/938/939 MPU all ex Essex Int. X600 XHK was driven on the Bewick fleet by the late Jim Varney and when it was withdrawn from front line service in the early 90’s IIRC it was sent to shunt at Radcliffe Paper Mill. At the time this shot was taken it was awaiting the finishing touches prior to entering service. Cheers Bewick.