In 1965 the range covered rigid trucks with gross weights from 5.2 to 12.75 British tons, and tippers from 10.8 to 12.75 tons. Higher gross weights became available with the subsequent introduction of versions featuring twin rear axles and articulated tractor unit models were also quickly added to the range. The D1000s were superseded as the top model by the Ford Transcontinental introduced for long distance work and the continental and Middle East runs in the 1970s.