Sep 12, 2014 · Regarding 2 speed axles-in the late 1940s/1950s most 5 ton trucks sold in New Zealand had the option of an Eaton 1350 2 speed axle-Bedford, Austin/Morris, Morris Commercial, Commer, Ford Bonus-1948-50, Aussie Inters. 7/8 ton trucks were available with the heavier Eaton 16500 or 18500-Bedford S, Commer, Austin/Morris, English Dodge, Leyland