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305:(120 kW) Leyland 411. With only five speeds, the top speed of a 1986 12-tonne Comet was a mere 54 mph (87 km/h), but that was more than sufficient for conditions in the target markets, such as Anglophone countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and some Middle Eastern countries. The Caribbean, Central America, Taiwan, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore also received some Comets.
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version of the Comet became available. This was sold next to the bonneted model until 1955/56, depending on the market. Power from the
Leyland O.350 engine in the bonneted version went from 90 to 100 hp (67 to 75 kW) in 1955. This model continued in production until 1958, although
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