Scammell Contractor GDW 848E

Scammell Contractor GDW 848E is a 100 ton rated Scammell Contractor that was first registered by Wynns in April 1967. The truck is now in the livery of Scotts who it worked for in its latter life.

GDW 848E at the Scammell Gathering - Ackworth 2009

A view of the ballast box and drawbar hitch.

rear view showing HD hitch

History of this truck

Originally new as part of the fleet upgrade of Welsh haulage firm Robert Wynn & Sons Ltd in 1967. The truck was one of 4 100 ton rated contractors built by Scammell to a Wynns specification at their Watford works, specially for heavy haulage use.

See also

• Scammell for company history
• Heavy Haulage Contractors for other firms
• List of Truck Manufacturers
• Scammell Register - owners & fan club