2011General Discussion forum
MV-1 mobility vehicle specifications and suitability for equipment transport
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The MV-1 has an internal width of 64 inches at the B-pillars and an overall floor length of 81 inches
- The MV-1 uses a Ford 4.6L V8 engine with a 24-gallon fuel tank and achieves approximately 13 miles per gallon city and 18 miles per gallon highway
- The MV-1 curb weight is 4985 pounds
- A Magliner Sr dolly can fit in the rear cargo area of the MV-1 with modifications to the height of the fore and aft bars and stand, requiring a few hours of work with a rotary tool and drill
- The MV-1 features multiple cup holders, tie-down points, front and rear defrost, rear wiper and wiper mist, steering wheel mounted cruise control, and 12-volt outlets
- The vehicle can be configured for various purposes including cargo transport, taxi service, and handicap-accessible applications
Depends on
- Fuel economy of 13/18 mpg may be improved by reducing vehicle weight by approximately 500 pounds, though specific cutting points were not identified
- The 36-inch by 50-inch door dimensions present constraints for loading certain equipment
- Information gathered in 2011 from a single dealership location in Florida with limited availability at that time