looking fora 4X4 rough terrain ambulance

[rotsen_22j]

hi,

im looking for an ambulance supplier. the ambulance will be used in a rough terrain mining site.

spec: 4X4 manual transmission. preferably with standard equipments and supplies already.

[island emt]

hi,

im looking for an ambulance supplier. the ambulance will be used in a rough terrain mining site.

spec: 4X4 manual transmission. preferably with standard equipments and supplies already.

Most manufacturers can build what you want, Where are you located as there are regional builders.

[uglyEMT]

rotsen one thing to know and / or consider, will the ambulance just be used on site and the patient transfered to another rig at the mining property enterance or will it be continuing on to the ED (hospital).

If it will just be on-site to get the patient from the accident to an awaiting transport rig then you can look into several different ways. I have seen a company that builds specialty vehicles for the mining industry that run on electric motors to eliminate the fire / explosion hazard. They do a great job on-site but doubt they would be of any use off site.

If it will be doing the whole transport then look to a high ground clearence, good articulation chassis. The transmission is an option but the chassis is where you need to concintrate. There will need to be a comprimise here if it will be doing everything you want the ground clearence but dont want to be a high center of gravity so while on the pavement there is extreme body roll making both the patient and the EMTs very uncomfortable. The articulation will be important as well but again a comprimise. You will need the articulation to go over the uneven and rugged terrain but also need one stiff enough for onroad use. If you have any 4 wheel drive auto clubs in the area, go pick there brains (mine as well) for more information on dual purpose trail rigs. Yes I know they are not ambulances but the mechanics of the driveline and suspention remain the same. These guys and gals know what it takes to get the off road (mining) capability while being able to drive to work everyday without loosing their lunch on the windshield.

Also your location is important, I didnt notice it under your screen name. If your in Europe manufacturers will be different as well as requierments and laws vs the United States. Same goes for OZ and NZ. Just a general area will help and we can steer you in the right direction.

[Richard B the EMT]

You might want to contact these people, as they run 4x4 Ambulances and Fire Engines. They might be able to advise you.

http://www.rockawayp....com/page.php?5

Also, if, as mentioned, the vehicle is only going to be used on a site to bring the patient to a "road" ambulance, there are several "golf cart" conversions available. FDNY uses John Deere brand "Gators", as one example.

Edited January 13, 2011 by Richard B the EMT