Traditional 4-door fire truck cabs, modified by retrofit workshops through cutting and welding, differ significantly from the original vehicle chassis in terms of overall consistency, safety, paint quality, and interior craftsmanship. These shortcomings are increasingly unable to meet the demands of complex firefighting environments.
In response, SAIC Hongyan, after extensive consultation with firefighting professionals, leveraged European IVECO technology and equipped the vehicles with the mature Fiat Cursor engine and H8A axle. This led to the development of China’s first 4-door fire truck cab produced entirely on a complete vehicle assembly line, including stamping, welding, assembly, and painting. Simultaneously, another model was unveiled: the SAIC Hongyan Genlyon 6×4 original 2-door firefighting chassis.
1. In terms of power performance, both multipurpose fire truck chassis are equipped with the Cursor C9 engine paired with a Fast transmission, delivering a maximum power output of up to 350 horsepower. This ensures strong power and responsive performance.
2. For safety and comfort, the factory-built Genlyon fire truck cab inherits SAIC Hongyan’s signature features such as high-strength steel panels and a four-bar. Point suspension cab design provides maximum protection for firefighters. The cab also offers a spacious interior and excellent overall comfort.
3. In terms of paint quality, the chassis adopts an advanced European-standard coating production line, resulting in a finer paint finish with superior corrosion and rust resistance, maintaining a sleek appearance even in harsh environments.
4. The suspension system features front and rear air suspension, and the chassis includes reserved space for front winch installation, ensuring that winch mounting does not compromise the vehicle’s exterior aesthetics.
Moreover, both original rescue fire truck chassis showcased by SAIC Hongyan feature front and rear floor heights that align with those of internationally renowned fire truck chassis. With a lower ground clearance, they allow easier access for personnel and quicker handling of firefighting equipment.
