Leyland National Mk1 Profile and Models
KGC 627L at the Alton Bus Rally in July 2013. ©Polyrus
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The Leyland National is an integrally-constructed British step-floor single-decker bus manufactured in large quantities between 1972 and 1985. It was developed as a joint project between two UK nationalised industries – the National Bus Company and British Leyland. Buses were constructed at a specially built factory at the Lillyhall Industrial Estate, Workington. Styling was carried out by the Italian vehicle stylist Giovanni Michelotti, previously commissioned by both Triumph and Scammell lorries. |
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Power Type |
Turbodiesel |
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Builder |
Leyland |
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Build Dates |
1972 to 1985 |
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Total Built |
7000 (incl Mk1 and Mk2) |
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Floor Type |
Step-Floor |
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Decks |
Single |
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Areas of Operation |
UK Nationwide Various also exported worldwide |
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In Service Until |
Early 2000s |
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