Road vehicle; A1-class 'Diddler' trolleybus No 1 registration HX2756, 1931
Main details
| Reference number | 1981/527 |
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| Description | A-types were the first trolleybuses to enter service in London. Staff called them 'Diddlers', although this name was never adopted by the public. They were introduced by London United Tramways, part of the Underground Group. Trolleybuses were cheaper to run than trams and were very popular with passengers. This trolleybus, Number 1, was the first in London and ran from 1931 to 1948. In 1962 it took part in a ceremonial run to mark the last day of London trolleybuses. |
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| Dates | 1931 |
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| Completeness | 84% |
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Physical description
Dimensions Attribute Value Height 4750+mm15 ft 2.5 inLength 8530mm27 ft 11 inWidth 2290mm7 ft 5.5 inWeight Attribute Value Unladen 8 tons 2 cwtColour Attribute Value Colour - Red
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Build and type
Attribute Value In service 05/1931 - 01/09/1948Chassis number 663T006Fleet number 1Registration number HX2756London transport type code A1 -
People involved
Role Person(s) involved Manufacturer Associated Equipment Company, 1931Union Construction and Finance Company, 1931 -
Associated companies, people and places
Company Attribute Value Garages Fulwell, 1933Fulwell, 19/01/1945Fulwell, 01/09/1948Reigate, 18/09/1948Reigate, 10/01/1950Clapham, 22/02/1960Operated by London United Tramways, 1931 - 1933London Transport, 1933 - 1948Places Borough Hounslow,
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