In 1948, the completely new FE and FG lorry ranges were introduced, along with the new Foden FD6 two-stroke diesel engine, which became the standard engine for certain Foden heavy lorry models, such as the S18 FE6/15 Rigid Eight-Wheeler – the optional Gardner 6LW-engined version was the S18 FG6/15. (The S18 designation refers to the new cab ...

Feb 22, 2010 · In 1948 Foden introduced the FG/FE range, featuring the stylish S18 cab with a concealed radiator. The classic FG / FE models helped establish Foden as one of the leading manufacturers of eight wheelers during the 1950s.

History: The completely new FE and FG lorry ranges were introduced in 1948, along with the new Foden FD6 two-stroke diesel engine, which became the standard engine for certain Foden heavy lorry models, such as the S18 FE6/15 Rigid Eight-Wheeler – the optional Gardner 6LW-engined version was the S18 FG6/15. (The S18 designation refers to the ...

New and first registered in late 1950 / early 1951, eventually in the ownership of R Edwards showmen of Swinden. Originally with an S18 cab. Named Earl Kitchener, a name subsequently transferred to a Foden S20 Reg No XYY 717, and now at …

In 1948 Foden introduced its own engine: a two-stroke, scavenge-supercharged 4.1-litre diesel that developed 126hp. This engine was available in trucks and buses. The 1950s saw heavier-rated dumpers released and Gardner 8LW-powered heavy duty prime movers with up …

Sep 6, 2009 · A 1954 FG model Foden, taken at the Historic Commercial Vehicle Club Display Day at Sandown in 2007. It is owned by Terry Burrows. More trucks followed of various capacities up to 15½ tons and during the Second World War, Foden supplied the War Office with 1,750 trucks as well as tanks and shells.

Jan 13, 2009 · This is a Foden FG8/15 (eight wheeler) truck (english brand). The first new truck of Haukes after WW II. Togehter with the Macks, the Fodens were the trucks of Haukes that you could see everywhere in Holland in those days but also in Germany or Belgium. Haukes replaced the NR Macks of the US Army...

Foden FG 6/12. Reg No: RTJ 276. 1956. Reg No. SGG 6. 1957. Foden FG4. Reg No SXC 333. 1957. Foden FG4. Reg No SXC 333. 1958. Foden FG 6/24. Reg No: LCF 818. Note: This is a sub-section of Foden. See Also.