Fuso has announced it will be displaying its FG 4×4 Canter at the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council (AFAC) in Perththis week.
Fuso will show its unique short wheelbase version of its 4×4 Fuso that has been serving iand proved poular in Australian emergency response fleets for decades in various forms.
Fuso says this single cab model features a Quik Corp light pumper body and is also available as a crew cab with seating for up to seven.
Fuso offers the Canter 4×4 in two wheelbases, including the long wheelbase model and the short wheelbase version, the latter of which has a class-leading turning circle of 11.4 metres.
The company says all 4×4 FG Canter variants feature class-leading tare weights for greater carrying capacity.
They can be specified with a GVM of 6500kg or the optional 4500kg certification which allows them to be driven on a car licence.
The 4×4 Canter features a two-speed transfer case for optimum crawling, both uphill and downhill, as well as a rear Limited Slip Differential, along with high-traction tyres.
There is also reinforced protection for the CV joints, drum brakes for optimum off-road durability, Electronic Brake Force Distribution for maximum braking efficiency and a standard hill holder function.
The 4×4 Canter uses a step frame for maximum off-road clearance whilst maintaining low rear frame height for usability and a best-in-class overall length, at 5190 mm (short wheelbase), for maximum off-road agility. Other benefits include a 12V electrical system for seamless fleet integration, dual driver and passenger airbags and a reverse camera kit as standard.
It also features class-leading 30,000km service intervals and Fuso’s generous Canter manufacturer warranty, which covers five years or 200,000km, whichever comes first.
All Canters sold before September 30 come with free Best Basic scheduled servicing for 100,000km or three years (whichever comes first).
The Canter Best Basic scheduled service offer covers select parts, oil and labour per the vehicle service handbook. There are a range of exclusions and conditions, which can be viewed at www.fuso.com.au.
