NEWS AND VIEWS AROUND THE ATLAS November 2002

By Peter Johnson

THEY CAME, THEY TESTED, THEY LOVED IT!

You can always rely on the Manchester weather to try and get the better of you. But despite the heavy rain the resulting Mud. Slush and Flooding gave our visitors from Ireland , a good testing ground for the 6x4.

Chris Waite (Exeter) tests one for himself. "Very Impressive"! Enough Said.

Testing of the new DIESEL 4x2 (6x4 also available soon) is underway. Orders are now being taken for the Honda powered Diesel Atlas. All of the features, but with added bonus of RED DIESEL. Prices will be confirmed, but add approximately £890 to the petrol version.

DID SOMEONE MENTION 4x2!!?

ATLAS 4x2 Available NOW in petrol, (and diesel soon) , the all new Atlas 4x2. Simple, Lighter duty but all 6x4 features and options.

£4800 + vat (RRP)

Includes front Bull Bars and RearTow Ball.

EEEEE, By Gum! (As they say in Bolton!)

January 03 will see the official launch of the Diesel, but also introduction of the Atlas Electric. Available as 6x4 or 4x2 this new concept will include On-Off Road modes, 3 speed settings, Auto-Brakes, Recharge, Data-Logging, Driver Identity keys, Lights, Horn and Road kit options as well as quiet running. ATV UK Ltd want you and your clients to have all the options and an Atlas to suit all jobs, all industries.

SPRAY THAT AGAIN.

As you read this, our demonstrator is being converted for Gully Spraying. Fully enclosed with Stainless Steel tanks, and boxes the electrics and controls, are all in the rear pick-up, the 120 ltr tank is suitable for rear, front or under-slung booms

(more about them below!) Complete with hand wash, retractable lance hose and dash mounted control box, the Atlas Sprayer offers the following features:

• · Stable mounting for equipment……….. Carries more weight……………. Less refill or returns to base..
• · Low Centre of Gravity…………… Better Slope Ability…………… Safer Option.
• · Two Seats………..One Vehicle…….Two operatives…..One driver……One Lance user………less expense.
• · No Helmets Required………….respirator friendly……….operator happy………more productive.
• · Road Legal Kit…… All the advantages of Quads…..plus many more.
• · Unique under-slung 'Shrouded Boom' option………… 4ft wide hidden and shrouded………… simply better.
• · Diesel or LPG options………….Green Issue friendly………Cheaper diesel.
• · Tyre Choices……….Off or On Road Versions………..less wear and expense.
• · Heavy Duty Batteries………….constant use………..no recharging.

2003 Products & Developments.

ATLAS 6x4

ATLAS 4x2

Petrol, Diesel, LPG or Electric power.

Sprayer Set-up.

Tyre Choice.

Weather Cab.

ROPS Cage.

Three Way Drop Side Pick-up Bed.

Tracked Version.

Atlas are dedicated to produce this full range of BRITISH MANUFACTURED vehicles and accessories. Please ring 01902 824392 for further details or a demonstration.