Beschreibung
1981 Land Rover 109 V8 Fire Engine
Selling my Land Rover fire engine
Here we have one such Stage One that was originally supplied in 1981 and converted to a Fire Appliance in 1985 by VF Specialist Vehicles of Batley, West Yorkshire, and was done so to conform with the particular specification set out by the Civil Aviation Authority.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Supplied new in 1981
A folder with lots of original paperwork from the date it was ordered by Thruxton Airport
Initially sold to Thruxton Airfield where it was used ‘in action’ until 2003
It was then sold to Tatenhill Aviation Ltd at Needwood in Burton-on-Trent where it was used as the Airfield Fire Appliance until 2005
It was then used regularly, providing Motorsport Fire Cover and also for TV and film sets until it was purchased by the current owner in 2013 and has been used in Northern Ireland for dry riser testing and as fire safety cover for various events throughout the region
Mainly used in the summer months and dry stored over the winter
Very light usage – generally a couple of events per month
MOT and Tax exempt
V5c present
The clock was replaced by the current owner and doesn’t currently work so the mileage is unknown
1 set of keys
Spare wheel
THE EXTERIOR
Originally yellow, it was repainted in red and given Battenburg markings in 2012
Overall, the bodywork appears in fair condition and presents well
A few paint chips, rust bubble spots and scratches can be found around the vehicle as is evident from the photographs
One blue beacon and one yellow recognition beacon fitted with two-tone horns
GRP tank fitted with capacity for 50 gallons of water and three gallons of foam additive, which can be delivered through the Godiva PTO pump at a rate of 300gpm
Godiva GPL 669/ 2 pump complete with water ring primer
Wheels all present well and are shod with brand new tyres including the spare
Lights all work and are free from any cracks or damage
THE MECHANICS
Rover high-compression 3. 5 litre V8 engin
4-speed manual gearbox
Leaf spring suspension
Radiator rebuilt in 2017
Transfer box with high/ low ratio and power take-off for pump fitted
Vendor advises that the vehicle starts first time and idles nicely
New brake shoes and adjusters fitted
THE SUMMARY
Although the mileage is unverifiable, it’s unlikely such a vehicle would be travelling great distances. As is clear from its history, its spent most of its life stationed at various locations where it has stayed for fairly long periods.
It’s a fantastically unique and fully functional Fire Appliance that would appeal to a small airfield, race track, or any number of outdoor summer event locations, but would equally would look fantastic as part of a larger Land Rover collection.
