Colac Station currently operates 3 vehicles (1 x Mercedes
316 Sprinter,
1 x Mercedes 315 Sprinter and 1 x sedan) with one vehicle being
manned 24 hours
per day with a crew of
two full-time
staff
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Mercedes 316 Sprinter The Mercedes Sprinter was introduced as a trial vehicle into RAV in 2000 as a possible replacement for the 'A Series' GMC. The Mercedes 312 (introduced into service in 2000) was soon replaced with the Mercedes 316 CDI (pictured below). The rear patient compartment was also designed in line with new OH&S guidelines, and again with input from on road Ambulance staff. Vehicles were fitted out by Mader International in Tasmania. |
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Mercedes 315 Sprinter The latest Mercedes Ambulance, the Mercedes 315 Sprinter is now stationed at Colac (introduced into service late 2007), with it's improved engine performance, transmission and seating, is now the preferred emergency response vehicle. The rear patient compartment was also designed in line with new OH&S guidelines, and again with input from on road Ambulance staff. Vehicles are currently being fitted out by Mader International in Tasmania. Cost of the current 315 is estimated to be approximately $140,000 each (fully equipped). |
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