Trojan
From Graces Guide
Trojan of Kingston Works and later of Purley Way, Croydon produced Lorries and Trucks
- 1914 Formed as a private company
- 1924 Originally designed by L. H. Hounsfield and built by Leyland at its Kingston Works
- 1928 Manufacture moved to the Purley works
- 1937 New 15cwt model introduced with Bendix-Cowdray brakes
- 1947 A completely new Senior 12/15cwt van produced with either a two-stroke or Perkins P3V engine. This model continued in production until the company ceased business
- 1959 The company ceased trading
- 1960 Two Trojan coaches were exhibited at Earls Court.
- 1961 Employed 500 persons. Makers of Trojan motor vehicles and Trokart racing Karts
- 1963 Motor Show exhibitor. Showed Elva Courier sports models
- Note: Extensive information can be found by clicking the following link to the Trojan Museum Trust web site. [1]
Sources of Information
- British Lorries 1900-1992 by S. W. Stevens-Stratten. Pub. Ian Allen Publishing
- 1963 Motor Show
- 1961 Guide to Key British Enterprises: Motor, Motor-Cycle and Commercial Vehicle Manufacturers