A comprehensive reference for every type of truck: general load carriers, box vans, curtainsiders and tankers. Features a range of specialized trucks such as concrete mixers, self-loading trucks, furniture-removal vans, refuse trucks, fire trucks, recovery trucks, logging trucks, heavy-haulage trucks, military trucks and mobile cranes. A history of the truck, its origins and evolution, from the early pioneers to today's modern load carriers.
A useful glossary of truck terminology to help you distinguish between the different types of truck and their attributes. Fully revised and updated edition including new manifacturers and technological innovations.