Leyland OPD2 Dions 6057

6057 is a 1948 Leyland OPD2 with a Commonwealth Engineering body built at Granville in Sydney. The bus was new to Dions and is similar to Sydney Double deckers built however it was never a government bus.

21 double deckers were built for private bus companies between 1947 and 1950 and 6057 is the only known survivor. This bus was immaculately restored over a long period by a museum member Brian Mantle.

6057 was built for the Wollongong to Austinmer Route 1 service and ran until it was retired in 1964. Upon retirement it was parked in a shed until it was acquired for preservation in 1982.

This bus was acquired in May 2024 through the generosity of numerous donors including members of the Dion family.

Specifications:

Engine: Six cylinder Leyland 0.600 diesel engine of 9.8 litres displacement, bore 4.8", stroke 5.5", 125 B.H.P. @ 1800 R.P.M.

Transmission: 4 speed synchromesh and a worm drive differential.

Brakes: Vacuum operated foot brake and a mechanical hand brake.

Body: Commonwealth Engineering, Granville, June 1948

Status:

Preserved non-operational