The full title of this version was ‘Area Radio Investigation Vehicle, Type 1 (Morris)’. It was designed for use on “Radio Investigation duties where the Minor van, modified for such work, was inadequate”.

A passenger seat with tool-storage locker underneath, was provided, as well as a bench seat for a further two men on the near-side of the body section, although primarily provided for the use of a man operating equipment within the body. This bench seat could fold back and be secured against the side of the van, to allow access to lockers underneath and to improve access to equipment carried. As with the Utility, a folding writing table was mounted above the engine cover.

A mesh security screen separated the body from the cab area, enabling the body to be locked without restricting access to the cab. A door was incorporated, giving access to the body from the cab. A hinged area in the screen allowed for the carrying of a ladder.

Within the body, a three-compartment apparatus locker was mounted above the ladder space. This had three sliding panels in the top for access. These panels could also be used to mount and set out equipment for making tests from within the vehicle.

A rotatable aerial-mast with coaxial connector box was located towards the rear of the body. This was controlled remotely by a handle to the rear of the driver’s seat. An additional business radio aerial could be fitted centrally on the roof, if required. Power for the test apparatus came from a 5 amp point wired to the vehicle battery. Additional capacity could be obtained by the use of additional 6V car-type batteries stowed within the body of the vehicle.

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