83KB62 Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 I saw this at Kemble BoB this week-end, it's as good as it looks!! The only road-worthy 1 left of only 15 built, they were made to give fire cover to Harrier Sqdn's on off airfield ops, they came apart to 3 modules, tank, pump and chassis and were then air lifted by Wessex to where-ever needed. Switchable 6 wheel drive helped them on off road excursions, this one is immaculate and complete in every detail. Certainly Best In Show in Military section for me! Terry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevpol Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 thats nice! Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin craig Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 (edited) Unless it belongs to him, I bet Steve Shirley is green with envy, and even if he isn't, I am for sure, what a bootiful combination with wonderful past. Presume military plates are on order to complete the last detail R Edited September 21, 2011 by robin craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
83KB62 Posted September 21, 2011 Author Share Posted September 21, 2011 No, its not his, I'm not sure if I should put the owners name up, but it lives Worcestershire. The present owner did sell another for restoration recently to a chap in Sheffield, it was in a really bad way though, and its now changed owners again. The LUQA badge gives a clue to where it served. By contrast the Range Rover (TAC C?), not very well up on the handles of mili Fire Engines) is fully operational and was part of the emergency team this week-end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 It was displayed by the owner at W&P alongside some of Steve's fire appliances, and I recall it having RAF rego plates fitted at that time. A lovely restoration, well done to Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 When I saw it at Welland in July the Land Rover was carrying a 27 AG 46 plate whilst the trailer had a 65 AW 26 plate. Would this be normal for the trailer to have its own registration? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 (edited) I'm pretty sure that Paul is a member of the forum. A great restoration of a very interesting vehicle. Good to see it out and about at a number of places this summer. Edited September 21, 2011 by Smithy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted angus Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 When I saw it at Welland in July the Land Rover was carrying a 27 AG 46 plate whilst the trailer had a 65 AW 26 plate. Would this be normal for the trailer to have its own registration? Initially the TAC-T trailers ran with the vehicles reg as it was never envisaged they would be seperated in use. However on units such as the Germany Harrier Force trailers could be swapped to overcome shortfalls in the fleet. e.g. a trailer from one is off the road and a prime mover from another. If a trailer was simply swapped its maintenance etc history would be lost as it was recorded against the prime mover. The desicion was made to give trailers got their own reg numbers; this was after a few months in service. TED Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Initially the TAC-T trailers ran with the vehicles reg as it was never envisaged they would be seperated in use. However on units such as the Germany Harrier Force trailers could be swapped to overcome shortfalls in the fleet. e.g. a trailer from one is off the road and a prime mover from another. If a trailer was simply swapped its maintenance etc history would be lost as it was recorded against the prime mover. The desicion was made to give trailers got their own reg numbers; this was after a few months in service. Thanks Ted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin craig Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 So, understanding that these units were to support "tactical" Harrier off airfield operations, is the colour scheme shown on the vehicle the delivery colour? Were they toned down or repainted for the "tactical" usage? R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted angus Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 (edited) It "appears" they were delivered in Signal red, then to green as required. Although at least 2 RAF G stations went green in 71 the bulk of Strike command & RAF G didn't follow until 73-4. The TACT T was a 71 baby. The proto which did trials at, and then remained at Catterick ( then the RAF Fire school )was in red, I have a photo of it just after delivery. . Edited September 21, 2011 by ted angus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul H Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 Yes the TAC-T is (was) mine! Thanks for all the kind words on the restoration. I've recently sold it to a good friend and it will be going to Germany. Not an easy decision but funds are needed for other projects - it is after all the restoration I love! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampant rivet Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 HI Paul What shame its gone abroad :embarrassed: didn't seem to meet up with you much last season what with the weather etc etc, so whats the next project then ? I have just found a lovely 1939 Aero screen Bedford MW as my next adventure in restoration land though its going to be a long term project, more of a hobby than job like the Champ thing. Good to see you on here, catch you soon Jeremy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul H Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 Hi Jem! I've been lurking on here a while but decided to make a couple of posts today! Congratulations on the new project - its an illness this restoration business I reckon! Ian who you may know will be most jealous as he's been looking for an MW! I'm still working on the ACRT which is in CMV every month at the moment and that needed some funds - apart from that I'm keeping my eye out for a follow on project - not sure what yet but probably RAF related! Hope to see you soon, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RecyMech Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Next project Paul......another Martian....another Pioneer ??:cool2: No I won't be kicking the tyres or leaning over the carb feeding it petrol & waiting for the bang this time.:blush: (Still bearing the emotional scars :cry:) Resin MVs don't bite back;) H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul H Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Ahh, I miss the Pioneer to be honest. I've tried to be all grown up in recent years (sort of) and stick to smaller more manageable MVs but the big stuff always has a certain appeal... We'll see. No, no more pouring petrol into carbs and setting friends on fire. I don't have enough to be loosing them that way! What a day that was... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWFR1 Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 Definitely green as I remember looking at them in the war reserve compound at Gutersloh and one that I nearly bought 30 years ago was also green/black camo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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