Renault Catering Van: one of 17 conversions on show from Renault at the CV Show
IF you want to see the breadth of conversions available from Renault, then ship up to the CV Show (14-16 April).
There are 17 different Renault van conversions on show, from the electric Twizy first responder ambulance to the Master based catering vehicle.
“We want to show the diversity of products on offer from Renault,” explained Steve Wilson, LCV product manager. “We have 30 renault approved converters that are all backed by the assurance of quality through our four-year/100,000 mile warranty.”
The 30 conversion specialists compliment the factory conversions already available.
The Renault van conversions are available from any of the company’s 151 UK sales and service outlets, but there are also 38 Renault Pro+ dealers who specialise in business sales, including converted vehicles. These are located throughout the country and have dedicated business sales and aftersales teams with extended working hours to meet the demands of business customers.
The 17 Renault van conversions on display at the CV Show 2015
1 Master Panel Van FWD LM35 ENERGY dCi 135 Business+ Welfare Bus
A Quality Welfare Bus designed to ensure workers have everything they need on site. It features five rear crash-tested seats and full mess facilities, including a tea boiler, water heater, microwave oven and sink with washing facilities. A toilet with washing and drying facilities can be accesses through a separate rear door. The model on display is fitted with an optional rear step.
It is powered by the 2.3-litre ENERGY 135 dCi turbodiesel engine and is based on the new front-drive, long-wheelbase Medium Roof Van platform, introduced in 2014. Its overall length is 6,198 mm, while the wheelbase is 4,332 mm. The conversion work was completed by O & H Conversions, of Goole, East Yorkshire.
Key standard equipment includes air conditioning, rear parking sensors, a hands-free key, a wide-view mirror, a pivoting seat-back table with a dual-split underseat storage compartment and one-touch electric front windows.
- Body and chassis: Master Panel Van, long wheelbase, front-wheel drive
- Powertrain: 2.3-litre ENERGY dCi 135 engine, six-speed manual transmission
- Power and torque: 135 hp, 340 Nm
- Conversion: O & H Conversions, Goole
- On sale: Now
- Price of base model: £28,620 plus VAT price excluding cost of conversion
2 Master Platform Cab FWD LL35 ENERGY dCi 165 Business Horsebox
This horse transporter, based on the Master Platform Cab, was converted by Alexanders Prestige, a high-end horsebox manufacturer located in Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire. Specific conversion work includes the addition of a steel reinforced bulkhead, toughened boarded walls with five standard ventilation points, sufficient height for an eight-foot horse, a ramp with non-slip steps and a full tacking area.
Standard equipment in the passenger area includes a DAB radio, Bluetooth, a trip computer, a height-adjustable driver’s seat and electric front windows and door mirrors. The vehicle is fitted with ESC stability control with Hill Start Assist and Grip Xtend. Options on the display vehicle include air conditioning, rear parking sensors, a wide-view mirror, a CAN interface unit and the Converter Pack 1 of battery interface, B-pillar wiring connection point and long wiring loom.
It is powered by a 2.3-litre dCi ENERGY diesel engine and
- Body and chassis: Master Platform Cab, long wheelbase, front-wheel drive
- Powertrain: 2.3-litre ENERGY dCi 165 engine, six-speed manual transmission
- Power and torque: 165 hp, 360 Nm
- Conversion: Alexanders Prestige, Boroughbridge
- On sale: Now
- Price of display model: £27,360 plus VAT
3 Master Double Cab Tipper RWD LL35TW dCi 125 Business
Nothing demonstrates the versatility of Renault’s Master conversions like the Tipper, which is available with front-wheel drive, single or twin rear-wheel drive and a single or double cab. The model on display is the double-cab version with twin rear-wheel drive. It features, like all Renault Tippers, a durable lightweight high-strength steel body and the comfort of the new Renault Master cab, while its twin rear-drive layout gives it a towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes and a payload of almost 1.2 tonnes.
The hot galvanised steel load deck is 2 mm thick, there are 400 mm tall side and rear panels, while an aluminium grid with a rack for ladders or other long objects protects the cab. The rear body tips backwards at an angle of up to 45 degrees.
The display model has been prepared to go to one of our Corporate Partners, Hertz after the show, and is powered by a 2.3-litre dCi engine. Standard equipment includes a DAB radio, Bluetooth, a trip computer, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, electric front windows and door mirrors and ESC stability control with Hill Start Assist and Grip Xtend. Options fitted are manual air conditioning, a speed limiter (56 mph) and a wide-view mirror.
- Body and chassis: Master Chassis Cab, long wheelbase, double rear-wheel drive
- Powertrain: 2.3-litre dCi 125 engine, six-speed manual transmission
- Power and torque: 125 hp, 310 Nm
- Economy and CO2 emissions: to be confirmed
- Conversion: VFS, Eastleigh
- On sale: Now
- Price of display model: £30,910 plus VAT
4 Master Panel Van FWD MM35 dCi 125 Business+ Ready4Work
Another outstanding example of the versatility of the Master range comes in the form of a Panel Van fitted with the Ready4Work lightweight racking system from Bristor, of Hixham in Staffordshire, and fitted at Renault UK’s Import Centre. The vehicle arrives at the dealership, as the name suggests, ready to be put to work immediately.
The racking system makes it ideal for plumbers, joiners and electricians who need to store tools neatly, safely and securely to minimise down time when working. There are two shelving systems available – both similar in overall design, but one providing drawers to contain specialised tools and service equipment. Both have a non-slip plywood-based phenolic floor which fits precisely into the vehicle without the need for drilling.
The display model is based on the medium-wheelbase (3,682 mm) Panel Van, powered by the dCi 125 2.3-litre turbodiesel engine. Standard features include air conditioning, rear parking sensors, a hands-free key, a wide-view mirror, one-touch electric windows and a pivoting seat-back table with dual-split under-seat storage compartment. The racking system costs between £1,250 and £1,570 fitted plus VAT.
- Body and chassis: Master Panel Van, medium wheelbase, front-wheel drive
- Powertrain: 2.3-litre dCi 125 engine, six-speed manual transmission
- Power and torque: 125 hp, 310 Nm
- Economy and CO2 emissions: 36.2 mpg, 207 g/km
- Conversion: Renault Import Centre using Bristor, Staffordshire, racking system
- On sale: Now
- Price of display model: £28,530 plus VAT
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