Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the Most Common Questions We Get Asked

Do you have a medical specific unit?

Yes, our specialized Fat Truck ambulance offers off-road capabilities, compatibility with essential medical equipment, a spacious interior with storage, emergency lighting and sirens, a specially designed stretcher system for easy patient loading/unloading, patient comfort amenities, safety features, advanced communication systems, and a climate-controlled cabin for comfort in all environmental extremes.

Does the Fat Truck operate in the cold?

The Fat Truck boasts multiple 6000 BTU foot heaters, a Webasto coolant and hydraulic oil heater, a Webasto cab air heater, and a block heater, guaranteeing dependable performance and a comfortable cabin in extreme winter conditions. Our units earned the Canadian military's endorsement after enduring two months in the Arctic during January and February. If it satisfies their needs, it's sure to provide warmth and comfort to anyone navigating winter landscapes in style.

Is Fat Truck "Road Legal"?

Absolutely. The Fat Truck comes equipped with marker lights, signal lights, a horn, mirrors, and is ISO certified with a roll-over protective structure and seat belts for all passengers. These features make it road-legal in some areas. Be sure to check your local provincial or territorial laws to confirm if the Fat Truck is road-legal in your area.

I have accessibility needs. Could I drive a Fat Truck?

The Fat Truck features a central joystick for vehicle control, allowing for one-handed operation from either the right or left front seat. With all essential controls integrated into the joystick, drivers can bid farewell to managing a clutch, brake pedal, and gear shifter. It's so intuitive that you can comfortably wave at onlookers while effortlessly traversing any terrain.

As a business owner, I must be concerned with my employees’ safety. How can Fat Truck help with this?

Unlike other manufacturers who use exhaust gas, we exclusively utilize fresh, filtered air for tire inflation at all times! The Fat Truck is proudly ROPS ISO 3471 certified, featuring a roll-over-protective structure with seat belts for all passengers. Its stable design, along with centralized tire pressure control from within the cab, guarantees seamless navigation across any terrain. Plus, our built-in safety features offer visual and auditory alerts to operators when approaching preset grades or side slopes. Safety leadership at its finest—without compromising with exhaust gas.

How much does Fat Truck cost?

With five models to choose from and a plethora of customizable options tailored to your specific requirements, determining pricing can be challenging. However, starting at $130k, you can secure a machine that prioritizes both robustness and reliability, ensuring uncompromised performance.

Where is Fat Truck built?

The Fat Truck is proudly Canadian-made, with all designs and engineering originating from Canadian expertise.

How fast does a Fat Truck go?

Fat Trucks are listed with a top speed of 40 km/hr, and when those colossal tires, standing over 5 feet tall, start spinning at that pace, it's like a slow-motion race with gravity! Rest assured; these rigs are your trusty sidekick for when the trail or road decides to play hide-and-seek. Safety's our middle name, but we promise the thrill comes standard!

What terrains can the Fat Truck navigate?

The Fat Truck is engineered to conquer the toughest landscapes Earth throws its way, from snow and ice to water, mud, floating bog, loam, peat, and everything in between. Its amphibious prowess means it navigates through land and water with equal ease, making it your ultimate all-terrain companion.

How deep of water can the Fat Truck drive in?

At 51 feet deep, it's just testing the waters. But at 52 feet? No need to panic, it doesn't wave the white flag and sink—it's amphibious, folks! So whether it's puddles or lakes, we've got your back.

What’s the difference between Fat Truck and other similar vehicles?

Fat Trucks are proudly Canadian-made, so getting units and parts is a breeze. We've streamlined the steering to a single joystick control, ditching pedals, levers, and manual transmission (who needs brake modulation anyway?). Unlike others, Fat Trucks are full-time 4WD, no need to clutch each side for turning in 2WD. Safety, reliability, ease of operation, and maintenance are our bread and butter. Oh, and forget about using dangerous exhaust gas to inflate our tires! Plus, why on earth would we want to come to a complete stop and play "levers and latches" just to engage "zero radius turn" mode? We're all about keeping it simple and snappy. Reach out to us, and we'll give you the full scoop!

What is the seating capacity of the Fat Truck?

The largest Fat Truck can accommodate up to 16 passengers, providing ample space for teams, emergency response units, or groups of workers to travel to remote destinations in comfort and safety.