Intensive care ambulance Ford F550

transferboxtype B

Overview
The Ford F-550 Heavy-Duty Ambulance is a mission-configurable emergency transport vehicle built on the Ford F-550 Super Duty DRW chassis. Designed for high-acuity patient transport and operation in austere or disaster environments. Configurable for ICU, ALS and BLS roles. SKU: AMB-FD-F550-HD

Chassis & Powertrain
Based on the Ford F-550 DRW (Dual Rear Wheel) platform to support heavy payloads and integrated medical systems.

• Engine: 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel, B20 capable (up to 330 hp / 825 lb-ft torque)
• Transmission: TorqShift® 10-speed automatic
• Drivetrain: 4x4 with shift-on-the-fly (4x2 option available)
• Alternator: Dual alternators up to 397 A to sustain medical and auxiliary loads

Customizable Medical Configurations

• ICU (Intensive Care Unit):
  • Dual oxygen systems with high-capacity cylinders and regulators
  • Mechanical ventilator integration and multi-parameter patient monitoring (ECG, SpO2, NIBP, ETCO2)
  • Infusion pumps and temperature-controlled medication storage
  • Redundant electrical architecture with backup inverter (2–5 kVA)
• ALS (Advanced Life Support): Defibrillator (AED/manual), advanced airway management kits, secure IV/medication storage
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Standard stretcher restraints, essential airway tools, basic first-aid supplies and compact cabinetry

Ambulance Box Structure & Interior
The medical box is a modular unit mounted to the chassis, available in rivetless aluminum or fiberglass-reinforced composite (FRC), and is adaptable to EN 1789 and NFPA standards.

• Construction: Rivetless aluminum or FRC with double-skin insulated panels
• Climate control: Independent HVAC with digital interface
• Power: Shoreline input (220V/110V), inverter/charger combo, solar-ready options
• Emergency lighting: Full-perimeter warning lights and high-intensity scene lighting with programmable flash patterns

Key Features

• Vehicle Brand: Ford
• Ambulance Type: B - emergency; C - ICU / ALS
• Drive Type: 4x2, 4x4
• Powertrain / Fuel Type: diesel, fully electric options
• Roof Type: box type
• Certification: EN 1789, NFPA

Technical Specifications

• SKU: AMB-FD-F550-HD
• Model: Ford F-550 (Super Duty, DRW)
• Engine: 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel, B20 capable (~330 hp / 825 lb-ft)
• Transmission: TorqShift® 10-speed automatic
• Drivetrain: 4x2 or 4x4 (shift-on-the-fly)
• Alternators: Dual systems up to 397 A
• Medical configurations supported: ICU, ALS, BLS (modular integrations)
• Electrical: Dual electrical systems with backup inverter (2–5 kVA); shoreline 110/220V; inverter/charger; solar-ready
• Box construction: Rivetless aluminum or FRC, double-skin insulated panels
• HVAC: Independent climate control with digital controls
• Certification: EN 1789 and NFPA compliant/adaptable