Sneak peak at Mk VI Merc

ZO100_marto · Post by **ZO100_marto** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 10:55 am

For those who haven't seen here's some pics of the Mk VI. There is still some very minor changes been made but this is pretty close to the end product, word is there is 6 near completion.

Now holds 2 x D and 2 X C o2 bottles and the scoop no longer needs to be folded over.

Now has a electric step and better grab handles.

Better lighting for cannulation and heavy duty rails to hold onto.

The rear work seat also now slides forward towards the pt.

No more cutting holes in the side of the vehicle for the lights.

Also they have gone away from fibreglass moulds as you can see in the top pic, all alloy sheets now.

munchkin1981 · Post by **munchkin1981** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 11:02 am

as a few paramedics have also said how long till step gets ripped off with going over curbs

Walks · Post by **Walks** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 11:08 am

looks like it pushes it and out.

Walks.

ZO100_marto · Post by **ZO100_marto** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 11:45 am

munchkin1981 wrote:as a few paramedics have also said how long till step gets ripped off with going over curbs

The new step is fully electronic and you can't close the door or drive off with it out as its programmed in with the vehicles CPU.

Here's some pic's of the current step which as far as I'm aware only Kalgoorlie has installed as there ain't to many curbs round here.

bomber · Post by **bomber** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 12:10 pm

Markmywords · Post by **Markmywords** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 11:25 pm

actually looks alright

Post by **Toottoot** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 11:28 pm

do they all come with a teddy bear?

Schism_ · Post by **Schism_** » Sat Sep 15, 2007 11:45 pm

Yeah, its stock equipment, and is in fact on the vehicle stock checklist.

Markmywords · Post by **Markmywords** » Sun Sep 16, 2007 12:22 am

Are the teddybears still made by the same people....

Ive included a link to RAV's new Merv on the road personally not a fan of the UK decals on the back but these meet the international safety standards apprantley..

http://www.colacambulance.com/2007%20Me ... rinter.htm

Post by **Toottoot** » Sun Sep 16, 2007 2:39 am

God that would be the worst job ever having to use the teddybear.

Markmywords · Post by **Markmywords** » Sun Sep 16, 2007 10:45 am

Yes trying to give the kid a teddy without looking like a complete tool

Im wondering even though as good as LED's are how visible the trucks will be from the side, it looks like they only have one 6 led module on the side near the rear door.

And no oscilaser gees...whats in the grill LED ?

WPXZBP · Post by **WPXZBP** » Sun Sep 16, 2007 4:19 pm

Looks like still only one stretcher capacity.

elm · Post by **elm** » Sun Sep 16, 2007 5:38 pm

Markmywords wrote: Im wondering even though as good as LED's are how visible the trucks will be from the side, it looks like they only have one 6 led module on the side near the rear door.

And no oscilaser gees...whats in the grill LED ?

If they're anywhere near as good as the LEDs on NSW ambulances, then nothing to worry about.

What is an oscilaser? The current grille lights they have on ambulances (the rotating ones)? They suck BIG time, never seen something so farkin stupid.

IMHO Ambulances should only have one stretcher. Anyhting else is non emergency patient transport.

Schism_ · Post by **Schism_** » Sun Sep 16, 2007 9:15 pm

2 Stretcher if needed, fold the chairs down and use a scoop. Generally though it is easier to have a second crew.

Chicky · Post by **Chicky** » Mon Sep 17, 2007 1:43 am

2 queries...

1) In the first picture, is that a fridge I can see where the sliding door is open? For medications, etc, I guess?

2) There's a phone on the wall in one of the pics - is that to speak with the driver or has some type of 'mobile phone' capacity?

It is a pity it can't take more than two patients, meaning like a walking wounded as well. It would definately reduce some of the workload you guys already have, and save depots being unmanned for call outs that aren't even in their designated area