In the early 1960's, KUKA redesigned their system again and made the truck capable of collecting bulky refuse. With this, new type the 215 was born. This new truck could handle almost every type of garbage at that time. It was a real revolution, and within a few years, KUKA became to be the biggest garbage truck builder in Europe. The Type 215 remained in production until 1977. Above: 1960 prototype of what would become the Type 215 Above: A 215 demonstrator is put to the test Above: Workers assemble a KUKA body on a Mercedes-Benz truck in this 1962 photo. Above: At the extreme large end of the scale was this 1971 KUKA Mulltransporter which featured a top loading funnel for use at transfer stations. Above: At the opposite end of the scale were these smaller versions, a 1969 Type 215 at left and a 1962 Type 210 on the right 7/2/06 © 2006 Eric Voytko All rights reserved Photos from factory brochures/advertisements except as noted Logos shown are the trademarks of respective manufacturers