Whitby coal supplier Sam Wilkinson Solid Fuels has taken delivery of its first-ever Isuzu N35.150(T) trucks.
The two new Isuzu Grafters join a five-strong mixed commercial fleet, replacing similar vehicles from another manufacturer. They each feature custom dropside bodies from Robinson Truck Bodies, with a Penny PH110 crane mounted to one for the loading and unloading of larger bags of firewood or coal. Additional bespoke elements of the build include an increased bed height to help prevent injury when lifting and extra heavy-duty lashing points for improved load security.
Sam Wilkinson, owner, said: “We looked towards Isuzu when our previous manufacturer stopped making flat front cabs, which we need to be able to manoeuvre around many of our customer sites. After speaking to others in the industry, Isuzu consistently came up as the best around for the type of work that we do. Between the payload capacity, the agility of the chassis and their reliability, the Grafters have really impressed us.”
By opting for the N35.150(T) model, the company benefits from twin rear wheels, a powerful three-litre engine and a five-speed manual gearbox, perfect for navigating the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales that are home to the majority of its customers.
