question AEC Militant Mk1 vs. Scammell Explorer/Constructor?

[Iain]

Hi, my other post regarding lorries has wandered off-topic more than somewhat!

 

I'm looking to buy one of these, I would be grateful to hear from people who know, as to the pros & cons of the above?

 

The Constructor I've my eye on is a non- RAF (narrow) version, fitted with A Rolls-Royce 220 engine.

 

I don't really have any leads on an Explorer at the mo', but would prefer a diesel version for economy reasons, & possibly a bit more grunt?

 

A Militant would be a standard 6X6 flatbed, HIAB would be nice!

 

Cheers, Iain

[ArtistsRifles]

Con't help on Constructors, more's the pity. Spent a while playing with Millys back in the mid-Seventies and have a soft spot for them :-) From memory - HIAB equipped ones are few and far between as are any of the specialised ones like the tippers.

If I could have one (no more money or space) I'd go for the 10 ton GS with winch version.

[antarmike]

Hi, my other post regarding lorries has wandered off-topic more than somewhat!

 

I'm looking to buy one of these, I would be grateful to hear from people who know, as to the pros & cons of the above?

 

The Constructor I've my eye on is a non- RAF (narrow) version, fitted with A Rolls-Royce 220 engine.

 

I don't really have any leads on an Explorer at the mo', but would prefer a diesel version for economy reasons, & possibly a bit more grunt?

 

A Militant would be a standard 6X6 flatbed, HIAB would be nice!

 

Cheers, Iain

I am selling a petrol engined Explorer. It comes with a Rolls Royce C6NFL taken out of a constructor.

 

It has bell housing to suit Scammell, and there are couplings with it. Missing from it are injector pipes. and a few other bits and bobs. Clutch plate has no lining but these are esily obtained.

 

It is a Mk1 Explorer with sprung front tow hitch. My wife has recently rebuilt the tool boxes and it has just had new rear brake shoes fitted, and new hub oilseals.

Personally I feel petrol engines have more grunt, they are ceratinly more responsive.

 

It may not be the project you are after, but just letting you know. PM me for more details.

 

Year 1950, currently MOT exempt, and if used unladen, currently, can be driven on a car licence.

Edited June 15, 2010 by antarmike

[Markheliops]

Hi, my other post regarding lorries has wandered off-topic more than somewhat!

 

I'm looking to buy one of these, I would be grateful to hear from people who know, as to the pros & cons of the above?

 

The Constructor I've my eye on is a non- RAF (narrow) version, fitted with A Rolls-Royce 220 engine.

 

I don't really have any leads on an Explorer at the mo', but would prefer a diesel version for economy reasons, & possibly a bit more grunt?

 

A Militant would be a standard 6X6 flatbed, HIAB would be nice!

 

Cheers, Iain

 

Iain -

 

Is the Constructor the one from David Crouch -

 

If so sorry - I gave you the wrong info in respect of the engine type - but it's still a nice motor.

 

Markheliops

[Markheliops]

Iain -

 

Is the Constructor the one from David Crouch -

 

If so sorry - I gave you the wrong info in respect of the engine type - but it's still a nice motor.

 

Markheliops

 

Actually - it's probably the one for sale on Milweb?

[Iain]

Actually - it's probably the one for sale on Milweb?

 

I think the one for sale on Milweb is a 9'5" version.

 

It's beyond my budget too.

 

It's not the one at Crouch's.

 

Mark, was that the Scania-engined one you mentioned before? I think I'd prefer the RR engine anyway. I'm not the worlds best mechanic, & I'd guess the RR would be a simpler bit of kit than a more modern Scania anyway?

[Iain]

Personally I feel petrol engines have more grunt, they are certainly more responsive.

 

 

Thanks Mike, that's the kind of info I need, as I'm mostly guessing here! :-)

 

PM sent

[AndyFowler]

I think the one for sale on Milweb is a 9'5" version.

 

It's beyond my budget too.

 

It's not the one at Crouch's.

 

Mark, was that the Scania-engined one you mentioned before? I think I'd prefer the RR engine anyway. I'm not the worlds best mechanic, & I'd guess the RR would be a simpler bit of kit than a more modern Scania anyway?

 

Iain did you see the Martian with Volvo engine and transmission on Milweb ? Just a thought mate ! Good luck anyway ! http://www.milweb.net/classifieds/large_image.php?ad=52136&cat=4

[Iain]

Iain did you see the Martian with Volvo engine and transmission on Milweb ? Just a thought mate ! Good luck anyway ! http://www.milweb.net/classifieds/large_image.php?ad=52136&cat=4

 

Thanks Andy. No I hadn't noticed that one....is it just me, or is it a rather strange looking creature?! Has the nose been lengthened or something, it looks a bit odd?

 

What's the contraption at the back end, a HIAB of some description?

[AndyFowler]

Thanks Andy. No I hadn't noticed that one....is it just me, or is it a rather strange looking creature?! Has the nose been lengthened or something, it looks a bit odd?

 

What's the contraption at the back end, a HIAB of some description?

 

Yeah Iain looks longer than normal probably to squeeze the Volvo components in ! I think the parts on the back could be the load bed sides ! Not to sure ! If you want to know anything about running Constructors you could give 6X6 (Tom) a PM as he is very familiar with them ! Regards Andy !

[Iain]

Yeah Iain looks longer than normal probably to squeeze the Volvo components in ! I think the parts on the back could be the load bed sides ! Not to sure ! If you want to know anything about running Constructors you could give 6X6 (Tom) a PM as he is very familiar with them ! Regards Andy !

 

Oh yes, bed sides. I thought I could see hydraulic cables in amongst them! :blush: Where's me specs!