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.
- 1937 Manufacturers of aircraft components.
- 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. Manufacturers of Trojan motor vehicles, including small cars, commercial vehicles, aircraft components, agricultural equipment 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
- 1937 The Aeroplane Directory of the Aviation and Allied Industries
- 1961 Guide to Key British Enterprises: Motor, Motor-Cycle and Commercial Vehicle Manufacturers
- 1961 Dun and Bradstreet KBE
- 1963 Motor Show