(Mercedes Sprinter 4×4)
The Rural Firefighting 4×4 Vehicle (RFV) is a specialist response vehicle designed to support incidents in rural, remote and difficult-to-access locations. Its four-wheel-drive capability, combined with specialist wildfire and environmental response equipment, allows firefighters to respond quickly and effectively where larger appliances may face access challenges.
Quick Facts
Equipment
Wildfire, environmental and incident support equipment
Water Supply
Portable water delivery and pumping equipment
Incidents
Wildfires, grass fires, flooding and incidents in remote or challenging terrain
Crew
Typically 2-4 firefighters
Operational Role
The Rural Firefighting 4×4 Vehicle provides a rapid response capability for incidents where specialist equipment and enhanced access are required. It is particularly effective in rural and off-road environments and often supports larger operational incidents.
Typical incidents include:
✓ Wildfires and grass fires
✓ Woodland and heathland fires
✓ Flooding and severe weather events
✓ Environmental incidents
✓ Incidents in remote or inaccessible locations
✓ Supporting prolonged operational incidents
What Does It Carry?
The vehicle carries specialist equipment to support rural firefighting, environmental protection and incident response operations, such as;
Wildfire & Rural Firefighting Equipment
- Wildfire beaters
- Knapsack sprayers
- Portable firefighting equipment
- Hose and water delivery equipment
- Hand tools for vegetation and ground fires
Environmental Resonse
- Environmental protection equipment
- Spill response equipment
- Portable pumps
- Water transfer equipment
Incident Support Equipment
- Casualty care equipment
- Portable lighting
- Communication equipment
- Incident support and logistics equipment
Built for Rural Response
Did you know?
Rural and wildfire incidents can often occur in areas that are inaccessible to standard fire engines. Our RFVs enable firefighters to transport specialist equipment and personnel directly to the scene, helping protect communities, property and the natural environment.