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AK004  -  Austin Welfarer Ambulance Nottinghamshire County Council
 

 AK004 Nottinghamshire County Council - click here for hi-res

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Austin Welfarer Ambulance Nottinghamshire County Council
  The Austin Welfarer Ambulance is a variation of the Austin K8, which we introduced as part of the Oxford new tooling programme very recently. Launched in 1947, the K8 was a versatile vehicle used for a wide range of commercial purpose. The factory built ambulance conversion of the K8 was called K8/AA and featured various modifications to make it suitable for transporting patients. For instance, it was fitted with low-pressure tyres, whilst the suspension was altered to give a ride by using different springs and shock absorber settings. Access to the rear accommodation was either through the nearside side door or via the double doors at the back, where folding steps were fitted. The basic cost of the Austin Welfarer Ambulance was £805 but ambulance services could order various combinations of seats and stretchers, depending on their requirements. It is thought there are only two Austin Welfarer ambulances still in existence in the UK, one of which 'starred' in the sci-fi film 'Quatermass Experiment'. For our first release on the 'Welfarer', we have chosen the livery of Nottinghamshire County Council Ambulance Service, registration KOK 88, in mid blue with contrasting trim and wheel arches. Note particularly the emergency spotlight and Ambulance sign above the front window. The real vehicle, which we used for reference, is owned and has been restored by the East Midlands Ambulance Service Conservation Group and attends many shows. Something to look out for next season!
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