As Steam lorries in the early years of the 20th century proved able to carry larger loads than contempary petrol lorries, many carriers used them. Breweries used them to carry their products in quantities and distances greater than the horse-drawn drays used till then. The Atkinson was able to travel up to 30 miles at 12 m.p.h. on one tankful (170 gallons) of water.

Flat beds and chain lorries have proved popular with diecast collectors and the (Y18-2) 1918 Atkinson Model D Steam Wagon in 'Bass & Co.' livery issued in October 1987 as one of three Special Limited Edition models, proved no exception. The 'Bass & Co.' model normally retailed at 9.5 pounds compared to the standard range price of 5.25 pounds. In all 60.000 models were released.

Livery: (Tampo)
'BASS & CO.' and 'BURTON ON TRENT' in gold on both wagon sides.
'BASS & CO.' in gold and red with red triangle above with 'EST 1777' in white on front panel.
'CELEBRATED BURTON FINE ALES in red on gold with red scrolls on both cab sides.
'No.1' in gold on red within gold and red coachlines on both cab doors.

Variations/Rarities: There are no known variations except the colour of the barrel load being dark brown or olive.

Scale: 1:60

Bass and Co; Burton On Trent

Olive & dark brown barrels load