CG #40 - Thornycroft Hathi truck

[Craig Gillingham]

For 1 point, tell me the make and model of this truck, as well as the meaning of the model name.

There are 3 parts to the puzzle answer.

[RayTheRat]

Is what appears to a date (March 19, 1932) accurate for the date of the photo?

[Craig Gillingham]

Is what appears to a date (March 19, 1932) accurate for the date of the photo?

Yes, that would be correct.

[RayTheRat]

Photo shot in Australia?

[Craig Gillingham]

Photo shot in Australia?

Yes.

[Manuel]

Looks like the opening of the bridge. Probably after deGroot slashed the ribbon.

Manuel in Oz

[Craig Gillingham]

Manuel, spot on, you're right. It's the opening parade of the Sydney Harbour bridge.

Also, congratulations on becoming an Expert. If you're going to post a few puzzles, I look forward to having a go at them.

[Manuel]

Thanks Craig.
I think I prefer solving them. I was having a ball until I was told I am now an expert.

Manuel in Oz

[Craig Gillingham]

Up to Professional level.

[Wendax]

It is a Thornycroft Hathi, which is the Hindi word for elephant.

[Craig Gillingham]

Exactly correct. Here are a couple more photos of Hathi's in military service in Australia during the early 1930's.