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Flashcab Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Manufacturer
ILC Reference NO 51:02:003
Item sourced from ILC SA database
Short Description
This company modifies a Ford Falcon station wagon to accommodate a person sitting in a wheelchair in the rear compartment whilst maintaining five passenger seats. There is a fold down ramp at the rear for loading. Modification to a Toyota Tarago and VW Caddy are also available.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier information for pricing details.
Features
The rear luggage compartment of a Ford Falcon station wagon has been modified and includes the following features:
- The roof has been raised to provide height clearance and maximum visibility for the wheelchair occupant. It also features rear air conditioning.
- The floor has been lowered and reinforced. This is achieved by removing the petrol tank and converting the vehicle to LPG. The LPG cylinder is accommodated behind the back passenger seat with a steel cover which is covered in upholstery.
- A fixed platform ramp folds out from the rear of the vehicle. It forms a gradient of 1:4 for assisted or independent loading. Constructed from heavy duty steel, counter balanced for easy folding/unfolding. The ramp forms the rear body section of the vehicle when it is in the up position.
- The rear door of the vehicle lifts up and forms a verandah which can act as protection from the weather during loading.
- The wheelchair and occupant are secured with kynedyne and electronic reel lap sash style restraints.
This modification can be supplied as a complete package on a new vehicle or an existing vehicle if it is a compatible model.
Manufacturer arranges relevant Transport SA inspections and compliance plates.
Models
Ford Falcon Flashcab
See the "features" section for details on this model.
VW Caddy
This vehicle has space for three standard seats and one wheelchair. It features dual air conditioning, petrol or diesel option, automatic or manual transmission, AM/FM radio plus CD player. This vehicle is fitted with a rear ramp system similar to the Ford Falcon Flashcab.
Toyota Tarago
This vehicle has space for five standard seats and one wheelchair. It features dual air conditioning, 2.4 litre VVT engine, automatic transmission, AM/FM radio plus CD player. The vehicle is fitted with a rear ramp system similar to Ford Falcon Flashcab.
Dimensions
Overall length of modified vehicle...5220mm(17")
(Adds 300mm(12") to standard wagon)
Overall length with ramp deployed....6420mm(21')
Length of rear compartment...........1340mm(53")
Width of rear compartment............891mm(35")
Internal height clearance............1530mm(60")
Height on entrance into vehicle......1410mm(55")
Ramp length..........................1200mm(47")
Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing processes applied to products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Australian Standard(s).
Supplier Information
Name: Flash Cab Transport
Price: Price on Application
Date: 22/07/2008
Details: A range of vehicles are also available for hire.
Address:
PO Box 2333
Pt Adel Business Centre
PORT ADELAIDE
SA 5015
Postal Address:
PO Box 2333
Pt Adel Business Centre
PORT ADELAIDE
SA 5015
Phone: (08) 8241 0003
FAX: (08) 8241 0003
Toll Free: 1800 775 333
Website: www.flashcab.com.au
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