from semi-circular to rectangular. Rear hinged 'Suicide' cab doors were used until the end of production in 1981, except on vehicles manufactured for the Dutch market where conventionally hinged doors were available from 1968. Names Citroën's teams worked on 8 projects and only the last one was developed, giving it its name : "H". Most Type H vans were sold as model HY. Other models include H (early versions), HX (lesser load capacity), HP (flat-bed pick-up), HZ, and HW (greater load capacity). For a time they were also sold as model 1600. When used by the police, it was called "panier à salade" ("salad basket"). Legacy Vintage H vans are still a common sight in Europe and in cosmopolitan cities around the world, serving as stylish food trucks envoking a retro continental image to the business. Vintage versions are available as non-operating static displays or upgraded with modern engines and power steering. Italian coachbuilder Fabrizio Caselani of FC Automobili has resurrected the classic design with in honor of the H van's 70th anniversary in 2017, and produces with a body kit based on the modern Fiat Ducato/Citroën Jumper/Ram ProMaster X290 platform, and a smaller HG version based on the Citroën Jumpy PSA EMP2 platform, both under license from Citroën. References External links Citroen Type H - Citroën Origins H Van at Citroenet Carrosserie Caselani Type H H Van Cab over vehicles Vehicles introduced in 1947 Vans Front-wheel-drive vehicles