ICML launches Ambulance version of the Extreme MUV

International Cars and Motors Limited (ICML) is the passenger car making division of the Hoshiarpur, Punjab-based Sonalika group, known mainly for its tractors and farm equipment. ICML has launched an ambulance version of its Extreme MUV, which is the rebadged version of the Rhino MUV.

The ambulance version of the Extreme MUV is priced between 6.15 and 6.58 lakh rupees, ex-showroom Delhi. The ambulance variant is expected to be available across India from October 2013. The ambulance version of the Extreme MUV is available with two 2 turbo diesel engines: a 2 liter direct injection (DI) motor and a 2 liter common rail direct injection (CRDI) motor.

The DI engine outputs 100 Bhp-240 Nm while the CRDI engine outputs 120 Bhp-270 Nm. Both engines drive the rear wheels of the MUV by means of a 5 speed manual gearbox. The ambulance variant of the ICML Extreme is capable of hitting a top speed of 165 Kph, making it the fastest vehicle in its segment.

A five seater in a 1+4 layout, the ambulance is said to be engineered for reliability under trying weather and road conditions. The ambulance comes equipped with air conditioning, a stretcher, revolving light, hook for glucose bottle, oxygen cylinder holder, water dispenser holder and a medical box.

ICML also sells the Extreme MUV in passenger carrying applications. Three other variants of the MUV are on sale in India, in LD, VD and SD models. These MUV variants offer seating capacities for 7-10 adults. The MUVs come with a range of features, from air conditioning vents for all three rows of seats to a DVD player with LCD screen. The MUVs built by ICML are aimed at both the cab operator as well as the family MUV buyer.