Volvo Dosco – Extremely Rare Military Prototype – One of Only Five Built

Description

A genuinely rare and fascinating piece of British military vehicle history. Only five Volvo Dosco vehicles were ever manufactured.

Developed by Hawker Siddeley, the Dosco was designed as a potential medium utility vehicle for the British Army. At the time, the Army was looking to acquire approximately 500 vehicles. Ultimately, the contract went elsewhere, with the Army selecting the RB44 instead.

In our opinion, the Dosco was a considerably better-engineered vehicle, with exceptional off-road capabilities.

The specification is impressive:

* Rover V8 petrol engine.
* ZF five-speed gearbox.
* Volvo C303 portal axles.
* Differential locks.
* Excellent ground clearance and outstanding off-road performance.

One of the real advantages of the Dosco is that it uses a combination of relatively common components, including the Rover V8 engine, ZF gearbox and Volvo C303 running gear, making sourcing parts considerably easier than you might expect for such a rare vehicle.

The rear bodywork and chassis are in excellent condition. The vehicle has spent the majority of its life in storage, which is reflected in its overall condition.

An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire one of just five examples of an unusual and highly capable military vehicle. A fascinating addition to any military vehicle collection or something genuinely different for the enthusiast.