WAS 500 Emergency Ambulance Emergency Ambulance Fiat Ducato Box Body Type B / Light A+E 4.25 T

The WAS Fiat lightweight modular box A + E vehicle offers a perfect solution to the restrictions of a panel van. The vehicle has 20 % more interior workspace than a panel van but the gross vehicle weight is a massive 6.5 % lighter which improves fuel economy greatly and enables bariatric capability with a payload of 850 kg. The tried and tested WAS heavy duty dual rear doors are capable of mounting medical equipment and the sliding side door offers access to response bags and allows for the emergency removal of the stretcher. There is also the option for external lockers to provide quick and easy access to essential equipment without having to enter the vehicle. An integrated side step offers easier access to the vehicle with reduced height, this mitigates the risk of VOR that’s linked to the underslung step. An integrated will also reduce the risk of accidental injury to both crew and patient. With the WAS modular box’s internal width that’s 100 mm greater than the van, layout options are far more versatile and patient comfort is enhanced. The extra width allows for a carry chair to be loaded without stowing away the forward-facing saloon seats.

Here is the data sheet available to download.

Exterior

All windows available for integrated blinds or frosting/tinting options

4 LED scene lights

2 multifunctional air-dam mounted alley / puddle / blue lights

4 LED body flashing blues

Front and rear latest generation LED warning lights and lightbars

Multiple communications aerial layouts

Acoustic warning system, fully tested and noise compliant 100 W, speaker driver orientated to aid service and reduce risk of failure. Speaker horn positioned for maximum acoustic effect

LED vehicle tail lamps, side marker lights and clearance lights

Next generation red LED crash lights fitted to rear facing door edges

LED entry lighting

HDR colour video system with 4 external cameras including reverse camera and 1 internal camera

Fully automatic air suspension

16 A automatic ejecting charging socket with LED charge indication

Interior

Increased internal width offers layout versatility, patient and operator comfort and an altogether more usable working area

Integrated side step enables easy access to the vehicle reducing the risk of injury and VOR times

Saloon interior manufactured from a lightweight rigid PVC with high visibility edging, highly resistant to bacteria and disinfectant and free from organic material

Storage lockers for medical equipment to meet JR Calc and CEN requirements

Entry Systems and loading aids

Integrated side step enables easy access to the vehicle while reducing the risk of injury and VOR times. The side step is 410 mm from ground level and has a non-slip surface

Easy load powered 450 kg SWL wedge ramp tested to over 250,000 cycles, the ramp contains a protected drive motor which provides a quick but smooth operation. It also includes a sacrificial rear panel for easy replacement in the event of accidental damage

Electrically operated winch rated to 500 kg which aids with loading the stretcher and carry chair. Operation via a 3 mtr wander-lead controller with an emergency stop override switch

Left side wall

Two fully tested forward facing attendant’s seats with three-point seat belts and the ability to swivel in the direction of the patient. Front seat height 410 mm / rear seat height 470 mm

Option for an integrated vehicle operation panel

Right side wall

WAS fully tested and reconfigurable medi wall to house medical equipment and vehicle operating controls

Oxygen locker for ZX and HX size cylinders

Wall houses CD size cylinder brackets, recessed oxygen outlets with easy access to pipelines, with manual changeover valve

Easily accessible heater housing compartment with 2 outlets

Partition Wall

Rear facing attendant’s seat with Isofix capability

Housing for air conditioning

Lockable compartment for POM’s and drugs storage

Secure dedicated locker to house communication systems with internal LED lighting

Ceiling

Sky light with optional roof hatch with emergency exit, roller blind and insect screen Roof vents (intake and extract)

8 dimmable LED lights for lighting the patient compartment, with optional trauma function Spot-lighting above the patient

Multi point panic strips to activate internal video surveillance system and multiple alert system

Multiple grab rails
Paramedic LED work light

Floor

Single fixation point of stretcher which accepts standard or bariatric stretcher, option for central stretcher mount fixation points
Four securing points in floor for specialised medical equipment such as aortic balloon pumps
High visibility non-slip flooring integrated with side wall and cupboard via plastic welding

Driver's compartment

60 mm increased cab length compared to a standard Fiat panel van

Centre console for storage of PPE and documents

Mirror monitor connected to 5 camera CCTV system

LED map lights

Options for mounting the auxiliary control panel and communications systems into the centre console or the roof lining pod

Base vehicle

ModelFiat Ducato
TypeMaxi L3 Euro6
Engine power180 hp
GearboxManual
Type of vehicleBox body
Wheel base4035 mm
FuelDiesel
Max. total weight4250 kg

Box body

ModelWAS Fiat Lightweight Modular Box
Internal dimensions

Length: 3955 mm
Width: 2040 mm
Height: 1980 mm

External dimensions

Length: 6685 mm

Width: 2116 mm
Height: 2680 mm

 

Doors
  • Side sliding door giving access to response bags (width: 1255 mm)
  • 50/50 heavy duty dual rear doors opening and lockable to 270° on both sides
CompartmentsN/S/R equipment locker for access to scoop, spine, stair pro chair and batteries (width 655 mm)
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