UTV: Utility Terrain Vehicle

Purpose and Mission

• Open space patrols, respond to disaster zones, search and rescue, remote utility and infrastructure inspections, and locations where larger vehicles cannot be driven.
• Tow emergency supplies, generators, transportation of personnel, field command posts.
• Supports Palo Alto Police, Fire / EMS, CSD Rangers, Public Works, and Utilities.

Vehicle Facts

• 100% all electric vehicle - a first for Palo Alto Public Safety
• 2018 Polaris Ranger
• 200 mile range, 25 mph top speed
• Solar panels to extend battery life
• Environmentally friendly

Towing and Hauling

• 1,500 pound towing capacity
• 1,000 pound cargo capacity
• Dump box bed with 500 pound capacity
• 4,500 pound winch

Specifications

• 4 wheel drive
• AC charging inlet
• 58 inches wide
• 10 inch ground clearance

Other Equipment

• Scene and search lighting
• Public address system
• Multi-band antennas
• Interoperable radio system

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