Latest fire-spec Volvo FM Crew unveiled
Volvo has pulled the covers off its first new fire-services-ready FM crew cab at Adelaide’s AFAC fire and emergency services conferenceVolvo Trucks has revealed its latest Volvo FM Crew fire truck at the Australian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council (AFAC) conference in Adelaide, which opened yesterday (August 24) in Adelaide.
The new truck, unveiled on behalf of the ACT Emergency Services Agency and designed with the specific needs of the fire-fighting sector firmly in mind, is the result of extensive feedback collected in the field, the vehicle boasting numerous features to maximise safety, comfort and functionality.
Volvo says it has adopted a ‘human-centric’ approach to developing the new truck, creating a work environment said to make the firefighter’s job easier while supporting a fire team’s wellbeing in the face of challenging conditions.
The truck is powered by a Euro 6-compliant 11-litre Volvo engine mated to a fully automatic transmission, with safety features that Volvo says underline the vehicle as a fit-for-purpose solution.
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“We’re aware it’s been a very tough few years for this sector and we continue to see the devastating effects of climate change,” said Volvo Group Australia President and CEO, Martin Merrick, who was on hand in Adelaide to unveil the truck.
“This is why Volvo Group has signed up to the Paris Agreement. We are committed to the science-based targets initiative and our targets to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 have been ratified by the SBTi.
“This truck represents Volvo’s commitment to the emergency services and to a more sustainable future. It’s been designed to meet the needs of emergency services. The result is a safe, innovative, and fit-for-purpose truck that we are very proud to share with you.”
Volvo Group Australia also underlined its intention to build the fire-spec Volvo FM Crew at its Wacol plant in Brisbane, which is celebrating its 50th year of local truck manufacturing this year.
The AFAC conference concludes in Adelaide tomorrow (August 26).
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