It seems these UK MAN USAR and Hytrans pod carriers are all 6X4. In most countries, the big three axle WLF carriers are mainly 6X2 rear steer chassis - originally developed many years ago in Sweden by Scania and Volvo. These have the same carrying capacity both dimensionally and by weight, but add an impressive improvement in maneuverability compared to the rigid axle 6X4 versions.
One German fire chief once told me they are actually just as maneuverable as a regular two axle pump appliance, which can be a big plus factor in narrow and/or congested streets...
One German fire chief once told me they are actually just as maneuverable as a regular two axle pump appliance, which can be a big plus factor in narrow and/or congested streets...
Added by Rob Johnson on 03 November 2020.