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WORLD’S FIRST 100-TONNE TRUCK FOR SALE
The World’s first 100 tonne truck, an iconic Scammell model built in the UK in 1927, is being sold on a ‘Make an Offer’ basis on the Ritchie Bros Marketplace by the late owner’s son Dean Hudson, reports Joseph Lewis
The truck, which bares the Hudson name, is the only fully working model in existence.
It’s a piece of automotive history that was originally used to transport steam trains, huge boilers, heavy girders and much more.
Commenting on its sale, Dean said: “I grew up helping my father hand paint, polish and
