When the
red buffalo roars.

Test drive with the Zetros 3048 6x6.

As a truck built for situations in which it really matters, the Zetros is not going to shy away from extreme weather and even the most demanding terrain. Reason enough for the bodybuilder Rosenbauer, following the development of its modular technology product line and construction of the new airport fire engine, to arrange a test drive of the more unusual kind. Near St. Valentin in Lower Austria, the Zetros 3048 6x6 was expected to live up to its name: the red BUFFALO. 

The product manager takes matters into their own hands.

The characteristic cab-behind-engine truck is impressive enough even in appearance alone. That’s also the case with. Matthias Reisinger is a product manager for industrial and special-purpose vehicles at Rosenbauer International AG. However, he took two days out of his busy schedule to take the wheel of the new Zetros. He would have been drawn to the test track anyway, and since he holds a truck driving licence, it was self-evident: "I'm going to drive myself." In his role as manager for heavy-duty vehicles, he usually acts as the interface between sales and development. At the wheel of the Zetros, he is first and foremost an enthusiastic driver.

Form follows function.

The Zetros BUFFALO has what it takes to be a real hero. After all, it is designed among other things as a fire engine for international aid organisations and assignments in crisis zones. Since the adage of "form follows function" applies especially to commercial vehicles, it is no coincidence that this vehicle is an imposing sight. For the Zetros, this means a design which emits a sense of great strength and absolute dependability. Its distinctive bonneted design and body equipment make it an impressive one-off.

476 hp speaks for itself.

On his very special business trip, Matthias Reisinger is quick to realise that this colossus of a fire engine excels both on and off-road thanks to the substantial engine output. No less than 476 hp combined with a wonderful driving experience.

noticed straight away how well it drives. The Zetros feels particularly at home when it comes to environments with rough terrain

Matthias Reisinger, Product Manager, Industrial and Special-Purpose Vehicles, Rosenbauer International AG

 

With its three axles, all-wheel drive, Allison automatic transmission and an impressive fording depth of up to 80 cm, the BUFFALO is the superior choice among fire tenders. It makes child's play of tough-to-reach off-road terrain – true to the Zetros slogan: "Accept no limits."

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The Zetros.

Masters tough terrain – efficient, durable and easy to use.