Bedford J6LC5
Built: 1965 · Series: J6LC5
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Bedford J6LC5 – medium-duty truck of the J range from Luton: six-cylinder engine of 5.4 litres, 77 to 83 kW, permissible gross weight 10.4 tonnes
The Bedford J6LC5 belongs to the J range, which Bedford – the commercial-vehicle division of Vauxhall and General Motors – built in Luton, England, from the late 1950s into the 1970s. The type designation J6LC5 refers to the range and chassis variant within Bedford's own code system. The J6LC5 is powered by a six-cylinder diesel engine of 5.4 litres.
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The register lists 5 versions with 77 to 83 kW from six-cylinder engines of 5,410 cm³. Kerb weights range from 3,700 to 4,920 kg, and the permissible gross weight is recorded as 10,400 kg. Lengths span 6,610 to 9,000 mm, widths 2,230 to 2,400 mm.
The J range was a widely used medium-duty truck in Britain and Commonwealth export markets for long-haul and distribution transport and as a base for tipper and special bodies, where Bedford competed with Leyland and Ford in the 10-tonne class. The J range in this weight class was also used as a chassis for fire-service and municipal bodies.
When buying one of these now-historic chassis, check for corrosion on the frame and cab, the condition of the clutch and manual gearbox, and the function of the brake system. Spare parts can be sourced through specialist Bedford and British vintage commercial-vehicle workshops. As no two surviving trucks are quite alike after decades of regional bodywork and repairs, a thorough inspection against the original chassis plate is worthwhile before committing to a purchase.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Bedford J6LC5
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 82 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 5,410 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 7,250 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,400 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,700 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 4correct |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 22.2 kW/t (82 kW / 3.7 t)
Stronger than 3% of the trucks in the register — out of 25,241 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Bedford J6LC5 have?
The Bedford J6LC5 delivers 82 kW.
How much does the Bedford J6LC5 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,700 kg.
What engine does the Bedford J6LC5 have?
6 cylinders, 5,410 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Bedford J6LC5?
7,250 mm × 2,400 mm.
When was the Bedford J6LC5 built?
Production years: 1965.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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