Miniature battery-powered fire engine that can transport the same amount of equipment as a full-sized vehicle at a fraction of the cost unveiled at CES 2020
January 7th, 2020 by Ian Randal
Dubbed ABLE, the truck is a collaboration between Panasonic and Tropos Motors
It is being showcased as part of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
The truck's size makes it ideal for use in both metropolitan and inside settings
It is equipped with a siren, a 125 gallon water tank and a 5 gallon foam tank
A miniature battery-powered fire engine that can transport the same equipment as a full-sized fire truck at a fraction of the cost has been unveiled. The tiny electric truck is being showcased at the Panasonic display at the 2020 Consumer Electronic Show, which is being held in Las Vegas in the US. Not only is the truck more economical and environmentally friendly that its larger cousins, but its size makes it ideal for navigating in tighter and enclosed spaces.
The tiny ABLE fire response vehicle (FRV) is the product of a collaboration between Panasonic and US-based electric vehicle firm Tropos Motors.
The back of the truck is equipped with a Kimtek Firelite Transport Deluxe — a 125 gallon water tank unit and a 5 gallon foam pump.
The vehicle stands at around only 6.5 feet tall by 4.5 feet wide and 12.5 feet long (or 2.0 by 1.4 by 3.8 metres).
According to the designers. the cart-sized truck 'is ready to serve in spaces large or small, indoors or out' — and would be ideal for use in 'tight metropolitan areas'.
