Gas transport semi-trailer (Volvo N12) "Koppartrans"

Gas transport semi-trailer (Volvo N12) "Koppartrans"

Gas for Sweden courtesy of the Koppartrans-Volvo

Paying tribute to the special appreciation they receive from Swedens WIKING collectors, the traditional model makers are now releasing a gas transport semi-trailer pulled by a majestic Volvo N12 tractor unit. Koppartrans used to be a Swedish fuel brand founded in Gothenburg after the war. Together with ASG, Koppartrans ranked among the most well-known brands traversing the roads in Sweden in the nineteen fifties and sixties. In 1953, Koppartrans originated from a merger between Stora Kopparbergs AB, which is deemed one of the oldest companies in the world, and Trans-Atlantic, a subsidiary of Ahlmarks. Even though the fuel company was acquired by Shell in 1964, the name Koppartrans could still be seen at some filling stations a decade later before the brand disappeared from streets and roads.

1973-85

In the service of the Swedish fuel supply company

Tractor unit with steps zinc yellow, interior with steering wheel black. Black radiator grille with silver ornamental trim and model designation. Chassis with trailer coupling, cardan shaft and rear double fenders black. Silver Volvo lettering on the front and headlamps and indicators orange. Driver's cab with side ornamental handrail and door handles painted silver. Tail lights imprinted red. Black red door imprint with Koppartrans logo. Semi-trailer with zinc yellow plank bed. Black chassis with support stand, gas tank load silver. Zinc yellow notice board with black Koppartrans lettering on the side and gas cylinder attachment. Wheel rims zinc yellow. Black imprint on the rear with diagonal warning stripes. Tail lights imprinted red.