Can I buy an ambulance UK?

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Are used ambulances a good buy?

Used ambulances are surprisingly affordable considering the quality of their build. They’ve often been well maintained during their life of service, and they are normally decommissioned and sold at auction after a moderate amount of time and/or miles.

What brand are UK ambulances?

London Ambulance Service NHS Trust. North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust. South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust.

What Licence do I need to drive an ambulance UK?

C1 licence
As an ambulance driver you will need a minimum of a C1 licence due to the weight of the vehicle you will be driving. When an ambulance is loaded with equipment and patients it often falls between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes.

Can I drive an ex ambulance UK?

Ambulances are legal to drive on the roads, as long as the driver doesn’t break normal road traffic laws. Driving with blue lights flashing on a non-emergency vehicle is an offence, as it is with sirens. The driver will also need a category D licence to drive larger vehicles if the ambulance is large enough.

What is a private ambulance UK?

Private ambulance services are becoming more common in the UK. They often provide medical cover at large events, either with, or instead of the voluntary sector providers. The most common use for private ambulances is for non-urgent patient transport.

What is a blue light ambulance?

Blue. Blue lights are reserved for emergency motor vehicles in general, such as police, fire, ambulance, State Emergency Service (except Queensland) and traffic commanders. Blue by itself is also used by airport emergency vehicles to designate a command vehicle.

What does an ambulance cost to buy?

But how much does it cost to put an ambulance on the road? About $182,731 for supplies, equipment and ambulance personnel. Add another $122,939 for the ambulance itself, the gas and other related costs. That’s about $305,670.

How much is a ambulance worth?

Cost of an ambulance in NSW The maximum amount you can expect to pay is $6,571. These amounts are reflective of 51% of the cost of an ambulance service, with the NSW Government providing a 49% subsidy. Some NSW ambulance services are provided free of charge to those eligible for exemptions.

Where can I buy a used ambulance in the UK?

The range of ambulances available is currently updated but to see the range of used ambulance sales currently have available, please click here. Who are we? Ambulancetrader.co.uk acts as a sales portal for emergency response vehicles, backed by Creative Funding Solutions.

What are the different types of commercial ambulances?

The type of ambulance for sale mainly depends on the chassis and weight. Type 1 ambulance: Most heavy-duty commercial ambulances for sale are equipped with a truck-style body that has a separate compartment for medical assistance and the driver. Usually, a medical responder attends the patient separately in the rear compartment.

How much does a Mercedes Benz ambulance cost?

Note: The price displayed for this vehicle (£11995.00) is exclusive of VAT. 2013 62 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER CDI 190 519 LWB HIGH ROOF AMBULANCE, 3.0 DIESEL, 5 DOOR AMBULANCE, WHITE, 12 MONTHS MOT, 119,000 MILES FROM NEW WITH FULL SERVICE HISTORY, 1 Note: The price displayed for this vehicle (£5950.00) is exclusive of VAT.

Why do you need to use Ambulance trader?

Qualified specialists with first-hand experience in the emergency response services. Why use Ambulance Trader? Our website is one of the UK’s premier destinations for anyone looking to either buy or sell an ambulance within the UK