Dodge 500

Popular in Britain, and also used in some export markets, the Dodge 500 was also sometimes badged as a DeSoto or Fargo.

The trucks were sold as a cab and chassis and the operators arranged for the purchase of the bodies or trailers.

The 500 Series was developed in the early 1960s, with styling by Ghia and engineering by Rootes Group in Kew, England.

The truck was diesel powered, with forward control and a tilt cab; it was launched in December 1964.

With the help of the supplier, a special high tensile steel alloy was developed to lighten the frame.