Leyland LR 109 DL 3
Built: 1975 · Series: Other models
More machines from model year 1975
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Leyland – other models: the collective page for transporters outside the named series, from the 2-Tonner to the Sherpa, 1,098 to 2,426 cc, four to six cylinders
Leyland Motors of Lancashire became part of the British Leyland conglomerate in 1968, under which Austin, Morris, Land Rover and Range Rover operated as separate brands alongside the commercial-vehicle marques. This page gathers transporters outside the named series, including the Sherpa, introduced in 1974 as the successor to the Morris J4 and continued for decades as the Freight Rover and LDV Sherpa, along with light commercial vehicles such as the '2-Tonner' and the LR 109. The inclusion of Mini and Range Rover on this page reflects their shared group membership within British Leyland.
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The register lists six versions with 1,098 to 2,426 cc of displacement across four to six cylinders, kerb weights from 530 to 1,900 kg and gross vehicle weights from 960 to 2,760 kg; lengths range from 4,510 to 4,640 mm at a width of 1,400 to 1,820 mm, and one version is recorded at 36 kW.
For decades, the Sherpa held the British segment of light transporters for trade, postal and small-business use, competing directly with Ford's Transit and the Bedford CF. The brands united under British Leyland thus covered a broad range from small cars through off-roaders to light commercial vehicles.
For a used purchase, the main checks are rust on the sills, wheel arches and load area, and the condition of the gearbox and brakes, particularly on older Sherpa and 2-Tonner versions. Parts for the Sherpa remain readily available through the British commercial-vehicle and classic-vehicle market.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Leyland (weitere Modelle)
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 4correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,236 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,510 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,680 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,770 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,551 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,760 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Leyland LR 109 DL 3 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,551 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Leyland LR 109 DL 3?
2,760 kg.
What engine does the Leyland LR 109 DL 3 have?
4 cylinders, 2,236 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Leyland LR 109 DL 3?
4,510 mm × 1,680 mm.
When was the Leyland LR 109 DL 3 built?
Production years: 1975.
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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This page carries 10 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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