Tjorven (vehicle)

[1][2][3] The 440 was the postal version, while the 441 was intended for private buyers and had more comfortable front seats as its most notable revision.

The engine was not particularly durable and hurt the Tjorven's reputation, while causing significant warranty claims on the company.

"Tjorven" was a nickname given to the Kalmar as its frumpy but sympathetic appearance was reminiscent of a contemporary Swedish television character of that name.

[4] It was right-hand drive for easy driver access to road side letter boxes, and frame-built with a fiberglass bodywork.

[2] The Swedish air force used 12 of them for support functions such as collecting the brake chute for J35 Draken and filling up the pilot's oxygen.

Tjorven, here in a version adapted for the handicapped
Tjorven in service as mail truck.