Category: Ambulance

R649 ULT Ford

R649 ULT FordR649 ULT Ford
REGISTRATION
R649 ULT
Make and ModelFord Maverick
First RegisteredAugust 1997 to July 1998 in London North-West
NOTES

This 1998 Ford Maverick is used by a private events ambulance service to provide medical cover. The rear view of the same Maverick showing the simple livery.

Photograph DateJuly 2008

VX08 CNA, VX08 CMV Great Western Ambulance Service Mercedes Benz

VX08 CNA, VX08 CMV Great Western Ambulance Service Mercedes Benz
REGISTRATIONS
VX08 CNAVX08 CMV
OrganisationGreat Western Ambulance Service
Make and ModelMercedes Benz
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Worcester; March to August 2008 in Worcester
NOTES

A pair of identical Mercedes Benz / UVM ambulances that are in service with Great Western Ambulance Service.

D288 NDS, K69 ESF and D308 NDS A line up of old Scottish…

D288 NDS, K69 ESF and D308 NDS A line up of old Scottish...
REGISTRATIONS
D288 NDSK69 ESFD308 NDS
OrganisationScottish Ambulance Service
Make and ModelFord Transit, Leyland DAF
First RegisteredAugust 1986 to July 1987 in Glasgow; August 1992 to July 1993 in Edinburgh; August 1986 to July 1987 in Glasgow
NOTES

D288 NDS, K69 ESF and D308 NDS A line up of old Scottish Ambulance Service ambulances. In the photograph are 1986 Ford Transits and 1992 Leyland DAFs.

SJ02 RVF Severn Ambulance Ford Focus

SJ02 RVF Severn Ambulance Ford Focus
REGISTRATION
SJ02 RVF
OrganisationSevern Ambulance
Make and ModelFord Focus
First RegisteredMarch to August 2002 in Glasgow
NOTES

This is a Ford Focus estate that is used by Severn Ambulance and Medical Services.

HV08 ZCY Renault Laguna

HV08 ZCY Renault Laguna
REGISTRATION
HV08 ZCY
Make and ModelRenault Laguna
Powertraindiesel
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Portsmouth
NOTES

This is a 2008 Renault Laguna diesel estate in full ambulance battenburg livery. note the extremely slim LED repeaters in the front grill.

Photograph DateJune 2008

DG53 CZP North West Ambulance Service Ford Galaxy

DG53 CZP North West Ambulance Service Ford Galaxy
REGISTRATION
DG53 CZP
OrganisationNorth West Ambulance Service
Make and ModelFord Galaxy
First RegisteredSeptember 2003 to February 2004 in Chester
NOTES

This is a Ford Galaxy used by the North West Ambulance Service for training and education puropses.

Photograph DateJune 2008

This Honda XLV700 Transalp is in a very similar livery…

This Honda XLV700 Transalp is in a very similar livery...This Honda XLV700 Transalp is in a very similar livery...
Make and ModelHonda XLV700
NOTES

This Honda XLV700 Transalp is in a very similar livery to the Deauville shown in the photographs. This bike's increased ground clearance and longer travel suspension makes the bike more suited to off road conditions. The rear view of the Transalp showing the seat mounted back box and LED repeaters below it.

Photograph DateJune 2008

YH08 UOE Yorkshire Ambulance Service Honda CR-V

YH08 UOE Yorkshire Ambulance Service Honda CR-VYH08 UOE Yorkshire Ambulance Service Honda CR-V
REGISTRATION
YH08 UOE
OrganisationYorkshire Ambulance Service
Make and ModelHonda CR-V
Powertraindiesel, four wheel drive
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Leeds
NOTES

This is a Honda CR-V diesel ambulance responder four wheel drive used by the Yorkshire Ambulance Service. The rear view of the Honda showing the various compartments and storage areas for the medical equipment.

Photograph DateJune 2008

YE08 HVH Volkswagen

YE08 HVH Volkswagen
REGISTRATION
YE08 HVH
Make and ModelVolkswagen LT
Body BuilderUV Modular
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Leeds
NOTES

This is a Volkswagen LT based ambulance in full ambulance service yellow with UV modular bodywork.

Photograph DateJune 2008

This is a Yamaha FJR1300A extensively liveried up…

This is a Yamaha FJR1300A extensively liveried up...This is a Yamaha FJR1300A extensively liveried up...
Make and ModelYamaha FJR1300A
NOTES

This is a Yamaha FJR1300A extensively liveried up for paramedic duties. It has four front mounted clear LED repeaters supplemented by two side mounted blue LED units. The rear view of the motorbike showing the paramedic surround for the number plate and the extensive panniers.

Photograph DateJune 2008

R908 FPU Chevrolet

R908 FPU ChevroletR908 FPU Chevrolet
REGISTRATION
R908 FPU
Make and ModelChevrolet GMC
First RegisteredAugust 1997 to July 1998 in Chelmsford
NOTES

This is a Chevrolet GMC ambulance that is used in the BBC TV series Casualty. This photo was taken outside the Wings Ambulance Station in Bristol where filming for the ambulance station related stories is done. The side view of the Chevrolet, showing the fictitious Holby Ambulance Service wording and crest.

Photograph LocationWings Ambulance Station, Bristol
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B907 CKY This is East Midland Ambulance Service’s…

B907 CKY This is East Midland Ambulance Service's...B907 CKY This is East Midland Ambulance Service's...
REGISTRATION
B907 CKY
Make and ModelFord Transit
First RegisteredAugust 1984 to July 1985 in Sheffield
NOTES

This is East Midland Ambulance Service's Communications Support Unit. Notice the green and white checker markings on the bodywork and illuminating roof bar to indicate it's control status at a major incident. The side and rear view of the Ford Transit ambulance conversion.

C8 EXM Land Rover Discovery

C8 EXM Land Rover Discovery
REGISTRATION
C8 EXM
Personalised Registration
Make and ModelLand Rover Discovery
NOTES

This is a Land Rover Discovery that is used for medical cover is difficult to reach places by a company called Extreme Medics. Notice the distinctive grey-on-grey side livery and red and grey rear livery.

YJ07 ZXB British Red Cross Iveco Daily

YJ07 ZXB British Red Cross Iveco DailyYJ07 ZXB British Red Cross Iveco Daily
REGISTRATION
YJ07 ZXB
OrganisationBritish Red Cross
Make and ModelIveco Daily
First RegisteredMarch to August 2007 in Leeds
NOTES

This is an Iveco Daily LWB used by the British Red Cross as a first aid unit. The vehicle features a side mounted awning that can by extended to increase the are where casualties can be treated. Another view of the Red Cross first aid unit. Note that this van carries no blue lights.

Photograph DateJune 2008

CN57 GKP is a St. John’s Crusader Ambulance decked…

CN57 GKP is a St. John's Crusader Ambulance decked...
REGISTRATION
CN57 GKP
Make and ModelCrusader
First RegisteredSeptember 2007 to February 2008 in Cardiff
NOTES

This is a St. John's Crusader Ambulance decked out in Welsh livery. Notice that the web address is a Wales-specific one and all wording is in English and Welsh.

YX07 NAU Yorkshire Ambulance Service Volvo V50

YX07 NAU Yorkshire Ambulance Service Volvo V50
REGISTRATION
YX07 NAU
OrganisationYorkshire Ambulance Service
Make and ModelVolvo V50
UseRapid response
First RegisteredMarch to August 2007 in Beverley
NOTES

This is a Yorkshire Ambulance Service Volvo V50 SD. IT is used as a rapid response vehicle and carries very similar equipment to a traditional ambulance, but in smaller quantities.

Photograph DateApril 2008

LJ08 BSU Honda Civic

LJ08 BSU Honda CivicLJ08 BSU Honda Civic
REGISTRATION
LJ08 BSU
Make and ModelHonda Civic
Powertrainhybrid, petrol, electric
Body ColourSilver
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Wimbledon
NOTES

This is a silver Honda Civic IMA. This hybrid petrol-electric car is used as a duty manager car by St. John Ambulance. It carries a number of flashing LEDs around the bodywork, as well as a short light bar on the roof. The rear view of the Civic.

Photograph DateApril 2008

VA05 HZX Ford Focus

VA05 HZX Ford FocusVA05 HZX Ford Focus
REGISTRATION
VA05 HZX
Make and ModelFord Focus
UseRapid response
First RegisteredMarch to August 2005 in Worcester
NOTES

This is a Ford Focus rapid response ambulance car in NHS demonstration livery. The rear view of the Focus, shown with blue lights flashing at the scene of an emergency.

YJ03 ZWA Wings Ambulance Service Renault Trafic

YJ03 ZWA Wings Ambulance Service Renault Trafic
REGISTRATION
YJ03 ZWA
OrganisationWings Ambulance Service
Make and ModelRenault Trafic
IdentifiersMedic 8
First RegisteredMarch to August 2003 in Leeds
NOTES

This Renault Trafic ambulance is run by Wings Ambulance Service in Bristol. Its call sign is "Medic 8" and it is used as a multi-purpose vehicle as the stretcher can be removed for wheelchair use.

HT05 HDD Ford Fiesta

HT05 HDD Ford Fiesta
REGISTRATION
HT05 HDD
Make and ModelFord Fiesta
First RegisteredMarch to August 2005 in Portsmouth
NOTES

This is a Ford Fiesta van that is used by community first responders on Hayling Island. The car is manned by trained community volunteers who are sent by the ambulance service to emergencies (but they can't use blue lights or speed etc.). The island lies just off the South Coast of England and is covered by South Central Ambulance Service who will dispatch a traditional ambulance at the same time.

YJ56 XTO Yorkshire Ambulance Service Volvo V70

YJ56 XTO Yorkshire Ambulance Service Volvo V70
REGISTRATION
YJ56 XTO
OrganisationYorkshire Ambulance Service
Make and ModelVolvo V70
First RegisteredSeptember 2006 to February 2007 in Leeds
NOTES

This is a Volvo V70 that is used as a Emergency Care Practitioner's response car in the Yorkshire Ambulance Service area.

Photograph DateApril 2008

YJ56 JUK Renault Kangoo

YJ56 JUK Renault Kangoo
REGISTRATION
YJ56 JUK
Make and ModelRenault Kangoo
First RegisteredSeptember 2006 to February 2007 in Leeds
NOTES

This is a Renault Kangoo that is used by St. John Ambulance in Wales.

Rapid Response BMW X3

Rapid Response BMW X3
OrganisationRapid Response
Make and ModelBMW X3
UseRapid response, Demonstrator
NOTES

Here is a BMW X3 2.0d paramedic rapid response ambulance car. It is decked out in a non-specific livery as this is a demonstrator vehicle, part of BMW's 'Authorities' range.

WM07 FXS CS Medical Services UK Nissan Pathfinder

WM07 FXS CS Medical Services UK Nissan PathfinderWM07 FXS CS Medical Services UK Nissan PathfinderWM07 FXS CS Medical Services UK Nissan Pathfinder
REGISTRATION
WM07 FXS
OrganisationCS Medical Services UK
Make and ModelNissan Pathfinder
Body ColourBlack
First RegisteredMarch to August 2007 in Bristol
NOTES

This black Nissan Pathfinder is used by CS Medical Services UK as an ambulance. It is fitted with a full-width Whelen light bar on the roof, as well as a range of led's around the bodywork. The rear view of the Pathfinder. Additional blue and red flashing lights can be seen on the bumper. More flashing lights are fitted inside the boot, and are operated when the door is open. The side view of the Pathfinder showing the simple livery.

SN54 FFW Land Rover Freelander

SN54 FFW Land Rover Freelander
REGISTRATION
SN54 FFW
Make and ModelLand Rover Freelander
UseRapid response
First RegisteredSeptember 2004 to February 2005 in Edinburgh
NOTES

This is a Land Rover Freelander that is used as a rapid response vehicle as part of the Scottish Ambulance Service. The light bar is attached to the roof rails which means fewer holes in the roof. This not only makes the fitting easier, but also increases the re-sale value of the car when it is sold to the public after being retired.

YL02 AHO Lifeskills ambulance Service Ford Galaxy

YL02 AHO Lifeskills ambulance Service Ford Galaxy
REGISTRATION
YL02 AHO
OrganisationLifeskills ambulance Service
Make and ModelFord Galaxy
Body ColourSilver
First RegisteredMarch to August 2002 in Leeds
NOTES

This silver Ford Galaxy is used by Lifeskills ambulance Service as a medical rescue unit.

WX07 MBV Vauxhall Astra

WX07 MBV Vauxhall Astra
REGISTRATION
WX07 MBV
Make and ModelVauxhall Astra
First RegisteredMarch to August 2007 in Bristol
NOTES

This is a Vauxhall Astra estate that has been converted by Wilker for use as a rrv by Great Western Ambulance Service.

LX04 LVC Citroen

LX04 LVC Citroen
REGISTRATION
LX04 LVC
Make and ModelCitroën Relay
First RegisteredMarch to August 2004 in Sidcup
NOTES

This Citroen Realy is operated by the private M & L Ambulance Service.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

P825 VAX Mercedes Sprinter

P825 VAX Mercedes Sprinter
REGISTRATION
P825 VAX
Make and ModelMercedes Sprinter
First RegisteredAugust 1996 to July 1997 in Cardiff
NOTES

This Mercedes Sprinter with U.V.G bodywork is used by the private Abacus Ambulance Service.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

LJ53 BWX London Ambulance Service Vauxhall Movano

LJ53 BWX London Ambulance Service Vauxhall MovanoLJ53 BWX London Ambulance Service Vauxhall Movano
REGISTRATION
LJ53 BWX
OrganisationLondon Ambulance Service
Make and ModelVauxhall Movano
First RegisteredSeptember 2003 to February 2004 in Wimbledon
NOTES

The London Ambulance Service operates this Vauxhall Movano DTI 3500. It is used to transport people and equipment throughout the capital. The rear view of the Movano. Notice the tail lift on the rear of the vehicle to assist in the loading of heavy or bulky equipment.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

W836 PAP London Ambulance Service LDV Convoy

W836 PAP London Ambulance Service LDV Convoy
REGISTRATION
W836 PAP
OrganisationLondon Ambulance Service
Make and ModelLDV Convoy
UseDriver training, Training vehicle
First RegisteredMarch to July 2000 in Brighton
NOTES

This LDV Convoy 400 minibus is used by LAS as an airside driver training vehicle. Notice the single amber beacon above the blue light bar which is used when the vehicle is driving on runways and taxiways at airports.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

LJ56 YVP Vauxhall Zafira

LJ56 YVP Vauxhall Zafira
REGISTRATION
LJ56 YVP
Make and ModelVauxhall Zafira
UseRapid response
Powertraindiesel
First RegisteredSeptember 2006 to February 2007 in Wimbledon
NOTES

This Vauxhall Zafira diesel is used for rapid response duties by LAS. Notice how it also has an airside beacon above the light bar much like the LDV minibus above.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

LJ04 YLH London Ambulance Service Vauxhall Zafira

LJ04 YLH London Ambulance Service Vauxhall Zafira
REGISTRATION
LJ04 YLH
OrganisationLondon Ambulance Service
Make and ModelVauxhall Zafira
First RegisteredMarch to August 2004 in Wimbledon
NOTES

This first generation Vauxhall Zafira is also used by LAS but this time for patient transfers. It does not carry any blue lights.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

SA07 OPH Peugeot

SA07 OPH Peugeot
REGISTRATION
SA07 OPH
Make and ModelPeugeot 307CC
Powertrain307CC
First RegisteredMarch to August 2007 in Glasgow
NOTES

This is a Peugeot 307CC. It is seen here with a magnetic London Ambulance Service sign and light bar attached to it. Since this car has an electronically controlled folding metal roof a conventional light bar could not be fitted.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

BU04 HVE Mercedes Sprinter

BU04 HVE Mercedes Sprinter
REGISTRATION
BU04 HVE
Make and ModelMercedes Sprinter
First RegisteredMarch to August 2004 in Birmingham
NOTES

This Mercedes Sprinter is a specialist children's intensive care ambulance. The service is operate by CATS - the Children's Acute Transport Service, which is a division of the St. John Ambulance, in conjunction with the NHS.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

YB06 JCU Lifeskills Rescue & Emergency Medical Services Nissan Navara

YB06 JCU Lifeskills Rescue & Emergency Medical Services Nissan Navara
REGISTRATION
YB06 JCU
OrganisationLifeskills Rescue & Emergency Medical Services
Make and ModelNissan Navara
First RegisteredMarch to August 2006 in Leeds
NOTES

This Nissan Navara belongs to Lifeskills Rescue & Emergency Medical Services. It has a full-width light bar attached to the roof rails and standard ambulance battenburg colour scheme.

YJ57 TLV Vauxhall Zafira

YJ57 TLV Vauxhall Zafira
REGISTRATION
YJ57 TLV
Make and ModelVauxhall Zafira
First RegisteredSeptember 2007 to February 2008 in Leeds
NOTES

This is a Vauxhall Zafira 1.9 CDTI built by Wilker. The car has racking in the rear for medical equipment and is fitted with a super-slim LED light bar. The car came into service in November 2007 to replace a Volvo S40.

Photograph DateNovember 2007

L267 NOS Subaru Impreza

L267 NOS Subaru Impreza
REGISTRATION
L267 NOS
Make and ModelSubaru Impreza
First RegisteredAugust 1993 to July 1994 in Glasgow for Stranraer
NOTES

This is a 1993 Subaru Impreza GL. It is used as a paramedic car at events. It is seen alongside a Land Rover also with Cam Rescue.

KE56 AKY South Central Ambulance Service Iveco

KE56 AKY South Central Ambulance Service IvecoKE56 AKY South Central Ambulance Service Iveco
REGISTRATION
KE56 AKY
OrganisationSouth Central Ambulance Service
Make and ModelIveco
UseEmergency ambulance
First RegisteredSeptember 2006 to February 2007 in Borehamwood (formerly Luton)
NOTES

This Iveco ambulance is used by South Central Ambulance Service. Notice how the light bar on the roof is forward-facing only. The rear view of the same emergency ambulance. Notice the ramp that folds down to allow easy access for a wheeled stretcher.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

X881 ARD and X883 ARD are both ambulances with…

X881 ARD and X883 ARD are both ambulances with...
REGISTRATIONS
X881 ARDX883 ARD
Make and ModelFiat Ducato
First RegisteredAugust 2000 to February 2001 in Reading; August 2000 to February 2001 in Reading
NOTES

Both ambulances with Buckinghamshire-based Inter-County Ambulance Service. Built in 2000, they are converted Fiat Ducato Maxis.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

AE05 HBH NHS Renault Master

AE05 HBH NHS Renault Master
REGISTRATION
AE05 HBH
OrganisationNHS
Make and ModelRenault Master
Body ColourYellow
First RegisteredMarch to August 2005 in Peterborough
NOTES

This yellow Renault Master ambulance is with Wiltshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust.

Photograph DateAugust 2007

RA56 GTU Honda CR-V

RA56 GTU Honda CR-V
REGISTRATION
RA56 GTU
Make and ModelHonda CR-V
First RegisteredSeptember 2006 to February 2007 in Reading
NOTES

This is a 2007 Honda CR-V ambulance car. In this photograph it is on trial as it has not yet been decked out with a specific service's livery.

SC54 ZXL Vauxhall Vectra

SC54 ZXL Vauxhall Vectra
REGISTRATION
SC54 ZXL
Make and ModelVauxhall Vectra
First RegisteredSeptember 2004 to February 2005 in Glasgow
NOTES

This Vauxhall Vectra ambulance car is with Shropshire Ambulance Service. The 'ambulance' wording on the light bar is illuminated, useful at night for identifying the car.