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Efficiency the Keynote of New Light Ambulance

11th November 1939
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Low-priced Vehicle with Greenwood and Iperen Body and Bedford 12 -c-wt. Chassis, Named the "Four six U tility "

KNOWN as the "Four-six Utility" model, a new ambulance has been introduced by Greenwood and Iperen. Ltd., 2-24, Rushton Street, New North Road, London, N.!. It has as its basis a Bedford 12-cwt. chassis, and is offered at the attractive figure of £198 complete.

As its name implies, the capacity is four stretcher cases or six sitting cases, but it is also possible to accommodate two stretchers on one side and three seated patients on the other. The upper stretcher carriers can be swung up Out of the way with complete ease, whilst to convert the lower ones to seats all that is entailed is the placing in position of cushions normally stored in the compartment over the cab.

Designed for economical operation, the vehicle, although strongly built, is notably light, and the four-cylindered engine, rated at 12 h.p and developing 40 b.h.p., will consume only one gallon of petrol per 30 miles. To ensure smooth riding, independent front suspension is employed, which, in conjunction with the rear springs, functions excellently in this respect. We can vouch for this statement, having travelled, in the body of the vehicle, at high speed over rough paved roads. Liveliness, silence, first-class braking and ease of control are other important features for ambulance work that this vehicle possesses.

A28 For the cab, body and equipment. Greenwood and Iperen, Ltd., is wholly responsible, and a noteworthy point is that, without exceeding the standard length and whilst the vehicle is built in strict conformity with Ministry of Transport requirements, full-length stretchers, when in position, do not protrude beyond the rear.

An ash framing is employed, with wood panelling to the lower sides. The upper sides and top are of plywood with tightly stretched waterproof fabric covering. The rear is closed by a waterproof curtain secured by turnbuckles. At the forward end of the gangway is a hinged seat for an attendant. There is a window communicating with the driver. Space for medical supplies, etc., is afforded by the same compartment in which the seat cushions are stored over the cab. At the back is a folding step.

Both stretcher carriers have runners to suit standard stretchers. The upper carriers are supported at the rear and midway from above and at the front—by bulkhead batons. In an accompanying picture it will be seen that either pin-jointed strip hangers or chains are provided. The latter have the advantage of involving no downwardprojecting roof fitting The complete vehicle is well finished internally and externally and is of definitely good appearance.

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Organisations: Ministry of Transport
Locations: London

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