Historic trucks roll into Echuca for 2024 display

“The main aim of the club is to preserve the past for the future, that’s our motto,” Mr Murphy said.

“All these old transport vehicles and trucks are a part of Australian history.

“Because if we didn’t have the trucks, there would be nothing in the shops.

“Most of the members have club-registered trucks over 25 years old.

“We have trucks that date back as far as the early 1900s, and this Echuca display gives everybody a chance, when the sun starts coming out again, to come out and display their rigs.”

A vast range of trucks will be on display, not just American brands, even though the event is called American Iron.

“Then there are also English trucks like Bedfords and Commer and different trucks like that,” Mr Murphy said.

“There are various trucks, from light utilities to heavy trucks and road train-rated trucks.

“Several classic cars will be displayed, with the local car club bringing cars along.”

Before the display opens to the public, the American Truck Historical Society Australian Chapter will gather at Echuca Bandicoot Brewing on Friday night for drinks and food for members and their families.

In 2024, the chapter will not be hosting an official dinner, opting to allow everyone to buy their meals at the Moama RSL on Saturday night.

A shuttle bus will run from Rotary Park to the Moama RSL for those staying with their trucks and wishing to have a few beverages.

Anyone who drives up to the gate in a rig to be displayed, entry to the American Iron Echuca Truck Display is free for you and your passengers.

Tickets will be available for adults to purchase for a day or the weekend at the gate, with kids under 16 free.

Information about the American Iron Echuca Truck Display can be found, including putting your name down for dinner at the Moama RSL, at https://americantruckclub.com.au/event/echuca-truck-display-7-8-september-2024-rotary-park-echuca/