| Owner | John Luck |
|---|---|
| Location | Maidstone, England United Kingdom map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | Bedford CF2 (GM Griffon in USA) |
| Motor | Lucas CAV 40 kW |
| Drivetrain | reversed axle, short prop shaft, reduction gear. |
| Controller | Lucas MkIV |
| Batteries | 36, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM (Ex Computer UPS) |
| System Voltage | 216 Volts |
| Charger | home made |
| Heater | Still waiting - its cold...... |
| DC/DC Converter | Lucas 216 Volt to 12 Volt |
| Instrumentation | Homemade Volts and Amps using hall effect - working on scanner |
| Top Speed | 55 MPH (88 KPH) |
| Acceleration | no idea |
| Range | 45 Miles (72 Kilometers) |
| Seating Capacity | 3 adults in the cab, a football team in the back |
| Curb Weight | 7,700 Pounds (3,499 Kilograms) |
| Tires | 70 PSI various makes |
| Conversion Time | Factory built 1985 |
| Additional Features | I am building an isolated individual battery temp and volt monitor to scan each battery every 5 - 10 seconds. Have utilized a Hall effect ring to monitor drive and regen current. Its in need of work to the shell as 25 years of British road salt and water has taken its toll. Would like to hear from other Electric Bedford owners and would ESPECIALLY like anyone involved in these in the 80's who may have circuit diagrams of traction controller - Please..... |
| I am about to start adding new battery racks for the 36 batteries to free up some of the load space. Then it will be the bodywork and hopefully teach myself to spray paint so I can restore her to her former glory.... Any painting teachers out there !! | |
Bedford CF2
“The Green Machine”
Last Updated 11-19-2005
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