Rosenbauer – PANTHER – ARFF vehicle

Faster. Stronger. Safer

The fascinating PANTHER. Always on the cutting edge

A success story spanning more than 30 years

Its sprinting qualities are what originally gave the PANTHER its name. Its extinguishing performance has always garnered respect. And its design made it a global icon from the start. For this reason, since the first model in 1991, more than 2,000 PANTHER vehicles have left Rosenbauer’s production halls to perform their duties at airports around the world.

Continuous improvement

The fourth generation of the PANTHER is now being built in Austria and the USA. Because continuous improvement is a fundamental part of Rosenbauer’s DNA, the entire series (4×4, 6×6, 6×6 S and 8×8) always impresses with the latest features for maximum performance, safety, and functionality

The equipment of the PANTHER models.
For optimal safety, operating convenience, and dynamics.

Innovative features surpass requirements

Rosenbauer’s tremendous innovative capacity has made the PANTHER the world’s most successful and best-known ARFF vehicle worldwide. Every PANTHER model is packed with features that make the vehicle faster, stronger, and safer.

With special features like these, the PANTHER meets and exceeds the requirements of the current worldwide standards, including EURO 6 and all airport requirements, such as ICAO, NFPA, and FAA.

High-quality technology and production

The PANTHER maintains its unique visionary vehicle concept throughout all phases of development. Its innovative features, in particular, make it a state-of-the-art combination of application-oriented functionality and emotive design
language.

Maximum safety

Achieving the highest possible safety for the vehicle and its occupants is one of the main objectives in the ongoing development of the PANTHER. Special features like the crash-test-proven cab, an optimized all-round view, electronic stability control, and an innovative light design ensure the highest standard of safety for all crew members during the trip and when extinguishing

Unique usage and operating convenience

Professionals know that operations depend on speed and that everything must be just right. In an emergency, convenience is a matter of safety. The PANTHER offers the driver and team in the cockpit much needed freedom of movement. The ergonomically optimized arrangement of the operating elements and the specially designed control handle simplify any operational situation

Unyielding driving dynamics

From 0 to 80 km/h in under 28 seconds* – thanks to its sporty concept with a 750 hp Euro 6 engine and 8-speed gearbox, the PANTHER is at full throttle in seconds. Its low center of gravity ensures excellent driving dynamics in every situation – whether on paved roads or on challenging off-road terrain.

Highest performance

Rosenbauer develops and manufactures all firefighting equipment in the PANTHER and optimally integrates it into the vehicle body. The result is a guaranteed reliable, powerful extinguishing system in every operational scenario! Components developed in-house, like the turret, proportioning system, and pump, increase the extinguishing performance of the PANTHER model even
further.

Everything you need for effective and safe operations

Full service and top competence

Rosenbauer’s high system performance is based on the innovative PANTHER concept and on the extensive guidance provided on detailed solutions throughout the project. The professional order processing starts with an on-site analysis, which serves as the basis for the requirement profile of the new vehicle. At the same time, the ideal vehicle configuration is determined by your competent partner Rosenbauer. The process is further facilitated by calculating travel times and explaining the concept of the extinguishing vehicle.

Perfect harmony

Rosenbauer not only develops and manufactures the PANTHER’s chassis and vehicle body, but also the entire extinguishing technology. The vehicle and extinguishing technology are therefore optimally coordinated. This guarantees a reliable, powerful firefighting vehicle for every operational scenario. A high level of user-friendliness and low maintenance requirements are also guaranteed

Impressive concept
Driving performance at the highest level

The outstanding performance of the PANTHER is in part due to the powerful drive: The available performance package with a Volvo Euro 6 engine and 750 hp in combination with an 8-speed gearbox ensures acceleration from 0 to 80 km/h in under 28 seconds and a top speed of 120 km/h.

Single-axle suspension for optimal traction and minimal body roll

Rosenbauer’s own chassis comprises a frame with a high level of torsional rigidity and a system of several individually suspended rigid axles. This ensures both consistent ground clearance when the vehicle compresses and even axle load distribution and distribution of the contact pressure of the wheels. All of this leads to improved vehicle traction. The rigid axle system in combination with the extremely low center of gravity is key to low body roll – for maximum directional
stability and therefore safety

Tested for the toughest operations The PANTHER series includes ARFF vehicles on 2-, 3-, and 4-axle chassis with permanent all-wheel drive and engine outputs from 700 to 1,450 hp. All models have already been tested for usa bility and durability during development by undergoing state-of-the-art simulation methods and intensive tests

Maximum safety.
Supported by high-tech solutions

Speed-dependent rear axle steering

All PANTHERs with more than two axles are also available with rear-axle steering. This reduces the turning circle as well as tire wear. At higher speeds, however, the additional electro-hydraulic steering from Rosenbauer is automatically deactivated. This increases directional stability and prevents aggressive changes of direction for more active safety. The sum of the features listed make the PANTHER not only an extremely powerful, but, above all, an extremely safe and
reliable partner for all airport fire departments

ESC: Electronic Stability Control

In addition to the design advantages of the PANTHER, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) feature ensures additional safety during extreme driving maneuvers. The ESC performs targeted braking interventions and can, depending on the driving situation, stabilize the track or counter act under- or oversteering. In this way, the ESC supports the driver in critical driving situations and can help avert
accidents

High-tech firefighting.
Top expertise at Rosenbauer

Pioneering components.
Protection, convenience, and performance, all rolled into one

The specially developed, FEM-optimized, and crash-tested driver’s cab – certified according to ECE R 29-3 – guarantees the best possible protection for the crew. The modern design gives the crew excellent all-round visibility, and the lighting design also contributes to increased safety. To maximize operating comfort and meet the functional requirements as best as possible, the cockpit was designed
especially ergonomically. Special sound insulation lowers the noise level in the cabin, reducing external stresses on the crew during deployments.

Cutting-edge technology for maximum safety

The optional tire pressure monitor sets off a warning if a tire is low on air.

Optimized safety

Standard solutions:
▪ Crash-tested driver’s cab
▪ User-optimized control panel

Optional additions:
▪ Birdview (camera-generated real-time view of surroundings)
▪ ESC (Electronic Stability Control) for PANTHER 6×6,6×6 S, and 8×8
▪ Side airbags and belt tensioner for crew
▪ Tire pressure monitoring
▪ FLEXILIGHT LED light mast for perfect illumination of the scene of the emergenc

User-oriented functionality.
Functionality requires space, overview, and efficiency.

Excellent maintenance-friendliness and serviceability
▪ Optimized maintenance accessibility
▪ Easier access, especially to components that require more frequent maintenance
▪ Check the oil level at the press of a button from the driver’s cab
▪ Easily accessible electronics thanks to the hinged dashboard covers 24
▪ Quick and easy cleaning of the removable floor mats

Maximum usability and operating convenience The continuously optimized and innovative features of the PANTHER enable a better overhead view in the cockpit
and simpler control of the turret. The functional and high tech driver’s cab boasts a space-optimized design and additional storage compartments and stowage options

Comfort highlights

▪ Intuitive LCS 3.0 operating system with consistently backlit displays, joysticks and control handles, and integrated oil level indicator
▪ Ergonomic dashboard with application-appropriate switch layout
▪New external tank display that is easier to view from all angles, even in dayligh

The intuitive operating system.
Safety as a matter of course.

Logic Control System: intuitive operation and reliable monitoring

With the RBC LCS, installed devices and integrated systems from pump to generator can be operated intuitively, and operating states can be quickly recorded. All functions are color-coded, the main operating path is highlighted in color and runs from left to right or from top to bottom. This allows each operator to find their way around the control panel immediately. The LCS includes a 10″ high-resolution display as well as a smaller 3.5″ display, a stepless rotary key with push button function (DIGIPOT), and various key panels.

FIRECAN: the standardized interface for electronic systems

Thanks to FIRECAN, all vehicle components can be operated from the displays, and helpful information can be more easily called up during deployments. For the emergency crews this means: more operating convenience with a uniform user interface. FIRECAN also provides support for maintenance and servicing and ensures the integration of the various components independent of the firefighting vehicle through plug-and-play. They can therefore be used in different vehicles for many years

The model range.
The optimal PANTHER for every operation

PANTHER 8×8

Top of the class: With up to 1,450 hp, a maximum speed of 135 km/h, and up to 19,000 liters of extinguishing medium capacity, the PANTHER 8×8 sets the standard for engine power and extinguishing power. In addition, the 10,000 l/min of pump output and acceleration from 0 to 80 km/h in less than 25 seconds put the model in a class of its own.

PANTHER 6×6 S

All-rounder: The 6×6 S is entirely road-friendly thanks to a 2.5 m superstructure, while also featuring the full off-road capabilities of the PANTHER. High performance: Lighter than its “big brother”, the S model accelerates even faster!
Info at a glance: 700 hp engine, maximum speed of 115 km/h, up to 10,300 liters of extinguishing medium capacity, 7,000 l/min pump output, and acceleration from 0 to 80 km/h in less than 28 seconds. Optional: Sliding rear for easy service access!

PANTHER 6×6

Benchmark: The PANTHER 6×6 features an impressive engine power of 750 hp, maximum speed of 120 km/h, up to 14,000 liters of extinguishing medium capacity, 9,000 l/min pump output, and acceleration from 0 to 80 km/h in less than 28 seconds

PANTHER 4×4

Sprinter: The PANTHER 4×4 owes its speed to its light weight combined
with an engine output of 700 hp. More info at a glance: Maximum speed of 115 km/h, up to 6,950 liters of extinguishing medium capacity, 9,000 l/min pump
output, and maximum acceleration from 0 to 80 km/h in less than 22 seconds.

Fast and powerful.