Ambulance E450 van vs F350 truck 4x4

[Deshet]

Both Ambulances one is Van based 4x4 and the other a truck based 4x4

I understand the draw for converting an ambulance to Camper.
If buying a 4x4 Ambulance for conversion isn't a Truck based Ambulance a better option.
I understand that more Econoline ambulances exist and assume that is the main reason why they are chosen



Thanks,

 

[tgreening]

Biggest draw on the E-series isn't availability, it's wheel base and foot print. It's shorter in both.

 

[Bikersmurf]

X2
Although every time I have to go under the hood I wish it was a truck. But 21' is the longest I'd want to be.

 

[tgreening]

X2
Although every time I have to go under the hood I wish it was a truck. But 21' is the longest I'd want to be.

I hear that. If I have to pop the hood I start blubbering like a schoolgirl at a Bieber concert.

 

[zuke]

Yup, maneuverability and parkability is the main motivation for the Type III Ambulances, If neither of those is an issue, I'd opt for a Type I everytime (And Did). But if I was doing far off grid camping and wheeling in my camper, I'd go for a Type III.

 

[Deshet]

Are you saying that you believe that the F350 Ambulance would be smaller?

I believe that an F350 Cutaway was the more expensive option from Ford. They are intercooled and have more power. Of course, a 4x4 van has to go to an upfitter, but I believe that they E350 cutway is the cheaper platform.

The options inside of an ambulance are nearly endless, I don't think the boxes would be any different unless they are ordered a specific way.

The military ambulances I see on the bases in my area all seem to be truck-based and the military could care less about initial cost.



Let me know if I am offbase

Thanks

 

[Bikersmurf]

Truck is 23'+ for the same box and a longer wheelbase. Econoline is 20'+ the rear bumper and usually 138" wheelbase.

It's highly maneuverable... the F350 4x4 pickup I drove was a beast to drive (although crew cab).

Longer wheelbase + 4X4 = 7 pt turns instead of 2-3 point.

If you're in the desert then it likely doesn't matter. On this rock where I live <90" wheelbase is where it's at... 138" is useless off road.

 

[Deshet]

I have not seen pictures or video of ambulances rock crawling. I really have not seen any of the nicely done U-joint style ambulances offroad beyond something that looks like a dirt driveway.

My searches may be coming up short but I have been looking