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Scammells highly successful Scarab, launched in 1948 was the modern replacement for the original Mechanical Horse which dated back to 1933. The Scarab, aimed mainly at the railway companies, ceased production in 1968.
The highly innovative Scammell Mechanical Horse appeared in 1933, literally as a replacement for horse drawn carts, and sold in large numbers to railway companies. Rated for 3 or 6 ton payloads it was superseded by the scarab in 1948.
Scammell Townsman Dropside Trailer&Load BRS, model length 110mm
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The Scammell Townsman was the ultimate development of the Mechanical Horse. It was faster and more comfortable than the Scarab and featured a fibreglass cab. Power came from a standard diesel engine.
The Harrington Horsebox was mainly used by the railway companies from 1938. The vehicles could carry three horses and were over 25ft and 11ft high. They were the pride of the fleet and the prototype for a popular model in the Dinky Supertoy range.
Scammells highly successful Scarab, launched in 1948 was the modern styled replacement for the original Mechanical Horse of 1933. The Scarab, aimed mainly at the railway companies, ceased production in 1968.