London Transport 1278LD a Leyland Breakdown Tender restoration

Built on a Leyland PD3/1A chassis with bodywork by Man Egerton this breakdown tender was originally allocated in 1964 to Neasden Underground Depot along with 1279LD. Eventually LT realised that two such vehicles were not required at Neasden soChiswick Works replaced the LT Urgent sign on the cab roof with a standard yellow beacon. Two towing eyes were added, front and rear, and then it was allocated to Cricklewood bus garage.

1278LD eventually found itself used by a traveller family in Brigg

The Leyland O680 engine has completed just 30,000 miles over the sixty years of its existence. The engine runs quieter than the power steering pump which emits a loud hum. That is one of a number of relatively small jobs yet to be carried out by the volunteer restoration team.

We are now looking for a good home where is will be appreciated, Expressions of interest should be sent to [email protected]