IVECO Daily 4x4 and more at AFAC

A popular supplier to many of the country’s regional and metropolitan fire and emergency service bodies, IVECO will display two key vehicles at the event, including the Daily 4x4, a new version of which will be released later this year.

The company will also show a new tactical response robot.

One of the popular vehicles on display at AFAC will be the current-model Daily 4x4 dual cab fitted with tray body, snorkel and bull bar.

The Daily 4x4 features IVECO’s market-leading eight-speed fully-automatic transmission coupled to a 180hp Euro 6 powerplant. The Daily 4x4 is brimming with off-road technology including a constant 4x4 system, hub reduction axles and triple differential locks as standard.

With a seven-tonne GVM, the latest Daily 4x4 offers strong flexibility for firefighting applications, including for light tanker duties and emergency response.

We understand that the Daily 4x4 will be launched to the public in November of this year. Watch for more updates closer to the launch.

Also on the stand will be the latest Euro 6 Eurocargo ML150 4x4 Crew Cab. This vehicle is purpose-built for firefighting applications and offers best-in-class performance, especially when it comes to demanding off-road work thanks to its full-time 4x4 system, hub reduction to all axles, and standard front, centre and rear differential locks.

Other benefits of the ML150 4x4 include an impressive 16.1m kerb-to-kerb turning circle for added manoeuvrability, and an upgraded Allison five-speed 3500 fully automatic transmission.

This transmission features lower first to third gear ratios and a custom torque converter lock-up program that provides added control for the driver when negotiating steep descents, reducing brake intervention that can cause vehicles to slide in loose and slippery terrain. The truck’s powerful hydraulic retarder also assists in these conditions.

The transmission is coupled to IVECO’s Euro 6 6.7-litre Tector engine producing 320hp and 1150Nm of torque, the latter peaking at 1200rpm and available right through to redline. Other benefits of the truck include IVECO’s ‘Fire Pack’, which contains an Australian designed and manufactured roll cage and bull bar with monitor provision, fireproof replacement panels and heat-resistant alloy door handles.

Inside the truck, driver and crew are treated to comfortable seating for five courtesy of ISRI bucket seats. The display truck is equipped with a Bell Environmental heavy tanker body with 4000L water tank and features a multi-layered crew protection system capable of withstanding temperatures of up to 600 degrees Celsius.

Making its Australian debut at AFAC this year is the Wolf R1 tactical response robot, developed by IVECO’s specialist firefighting equipment sister brand, Magirus.

The Wolf R1 allows emergency forces to remain outside the danger zone during a fire, instead using the robot’s specialist camera systems to supply live images and photos, allowing responders to safely evaluate the situation before co-ordinating a response plan.