OK what is it? Well obviously its a tractor but like one you've not seen before. But I'll let Vic Hungerford explain it all--as he sent me the phtos and this story: "Hi Brian, I was just reading a few older postings on BLB, and saw the one about the mobile medical scanner in the
"This Mobile Theatre travels the length of NZ on a regular timetable," says Vic, "stopping at isolated rural communities where the residents do not have easy access to a hospital.The tractor unit has a Cummins Signature engine and an 18-speed Roadranger gearbox; there's a Couplands Big Breakfast pie to whoever first identifies the make of truck. That's pretty easy really, and Rod S, you aren't allowed to enter!"
Mmmmm....BLB thinks the Mercedes stuff in the back could be a clue...is it an Argosy Vic--but with Merc headlights? Now click through here for more on this fabulous machine....
Vic goes on to say: "One of the major modifications to the unit, aside from the styling, is a 60 kva generator that runs off the PTO (power take off). It is capable of running the surgery should there be an external power failure, and is a significant feat of engineering. If power is lost, an onboard UPS provides energy while the truck automatically starts, ensuring a seamless transfer."
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Comments (3)
It is an Agrosy, look at the shape of the cab and the staircase, but it has had a major nosejob
Posted by Olivier | September 16, 2008 9:20 PM
Posted on September 16, 2008 21:20
too easy
Posted by rod simmonds | September 17, 2008 12:54 AM
Posted on September 17, 2008 00:54
It is (or was) of course an Argosy, which is fairly obvious by the shape of the doors in particular. Sorry, Brian, the deal was strictly for a Coupland's Big Breakfast pie; I never mentioned otter and onion.
Posted by Vic Hungerford | September 18, 2008 6:09 AM
Posted on September 18, 2008 06:09