Parkland Ambulance started with a 2008 Polaris Ranger to create their Mobile Response Unit. The Ranger was purchased with sponsor support in the Spring of 2008. It was used over the summer at busy public events and for sending help to hard-to-reach locations. Soon after, the Ranger underwent more serious modifications to set it up for winter use.
Modifications:
- Custom deck with storage
- Custom bed enclosure
- Pure Polaris cab enclosure with window
- Pure Polaris Winch
- Heated enclosure
- Polaris Prospector II Track System
- Emergency Lights
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2008 Polaris Ranger EFI Specifications:
| Engine | |
| Displacement/HP | 683cc / 40 HP |
| Cooling | Liquid-Cooled |
| Engine Type | 4-Valve 4-Stroke single cylinder with counter balance |
| Lubrication | Dry Sump |
| Oil Capacity | 2/1.9 qts/ltr |
| Carburetion | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Fuel Capacity | 9/36 gal/ltr |
| Coolant Capacity | 2.3/2.1 qts/ltr |
| Alternator | 250 watts |
| Starting / Battery | Electric / 12V – 30 AH |
| Drive Train | |
| Transmission | Auto – PVT (Polaris Variable Transmission) |
| Gear Range | In-line, Dual-range forward and reverse |
| Drive | Switch-engaged on-demand true 4-wheel shaft drive |
| Tires | |
| Front | 25 x 10 – 12 |
| Rear | 25 x 11 – 12 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut with 8.0 in of travel |
| Center Suspension | N/A |
| Rear Suspension | Independent 9.0in of travel |
| Dimensions | |
| Turning Radius | 148in / 376cm |
| Wheelbase | 76in / 193cm |
| Front / Rear Brakes | Foot-activated 4-wheel hydraulic disc, stainless steel lines |
| Parking Brake | Foot-activated dedicated mechanical disc |
| Dry Weight | 1185 lbs / 539 kg |
| Length/Width/Height | 113x60x75in / 287×152.4×190.5cm |
| Ground Clearance | 11 in |
| Load Capacity | |
| Box Dimensions | 54×36.5×11.5 in / 143×101.5×31.5 cm |
| Box Volume | 13 cubic feet |
| Box Capacity | 1000lbs / 454kgs |
| Hitch Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs / 681 kg |
| Vehicle Payload Capacity | 1500lbs / 681kgs |
| Electrical | |
| DC Outlet | Dash Receptacle |
| Brake Light / Taillight | Standard/Standard |
| Headlight | 2-Dual beam (hi / lo) – 35w quartz – halogen |
| Instrumentation | |
| Hour Meter, Check Engine Light and Gear Shift Selector Indicator Light | |
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Links:
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Paramedics prepped for off-road response – Prince Albert Daily Herald news article
