Specifications include, but are not limited to: Type III Ambulance. Vehicle shall be a Type III, Class 1, two door, current year model Chevrolet, G3500, 6.6L, gas cutaway van with a transferable, modular ambulance body. Ambulance Prep Package: The chassis provided shall be equipped with an ambulance preparation package designed and installed by the OEM. The package shall be designed to meet the demands and duty cycles inherent in emergency medical vehicles. Throttle – High Idle: An OEM throttle control shall be provided. The throttle shall be programmed for charge protect. The throttle control module shall be located in the console base. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The GVWR of the chassis supplied shall be at least 14,500 pounds Front Axle Weight Rating (GAWR-F): The GVWR_F shall be rated at no less than 5000 pounds. Rear Axle Weight Rating (GAWR-R): The GAWR-R shall be rated at no less than 9600 pounds. Rear Axle Type & Ratio: The axle type shall be limited slip differential with a 4.56:1 gear ration. Transmission: A 6-speed, electronic automatic transmission with overdrive shall be provided. Batteries: Two batteries shall be mounted to provide easy access for servicing. The batteries shall be at least 650 CCA each. Brakes: Four Wheel, Anti-lock, power assisted hydraulic brakes shall be supplied by the OEM. The brakes shall be four wheel disc type. The parking brake shall be an independent mechanical brake provided by the OEM. Tires: All tires shall be identical make, tread type, size & load range. For the GVWR, the tires shall be LT225/75R16E. A label with the recommended tire pressure shall be located above each wheel opening. All tires shall be balanced per KKK-A-1822F 3.6.10. Stainless Steel Wheel Inserts: Stainless steel wheel inserts shall be installed. Both rear wheels shall have braided valve extenders installed. Mud Flaps: Heavy duty rubber mud flaps shall be provided behind the rear dual wheels.
