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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
UTV Video Tour
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Last updated on April 02, 2021