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AKFS Special Vehicles Ltd AKFS was created in 2016 following a merger between Advanced Minibuses and KFS Special Vehicles.

Advanced KFS Special Vehicles has over 30 years experience in the field of manufacturing after-market vehicles for a variety of industries and services, including; grounds maintenance vehicles, car transporters / recovery vehicles, & plant hire vehicles. AKFS are a company with more than 30 years’ experience, manufacturing after-market minibuses, grounds maintenance vehicles, car transporters and recovery vehicles, plant hire vehicles and accessible minibuses. These vehicles are built on a wide range of major motor manufacturers’ base vehicles and supplied to many sectors including local authority, education, fleet and charity. Both companies focus on manufacturing high-quality vehicles, that provide an excellent return on investment. By combining their operations, AKFS are able to bring a wider selection of vehicles to market and provide their clients and customers with the right equipment for the right job.

When an incident happens, being ready to respond matters.Roadside incidents don’t always come with much warning. Crews n...
15/10/2026

When an incident happens, being ready to respond matters.

Roadside incidents don’t always come with much warning. Crews need to arrive with the right equipment, access it quickly and be ready to work in demanding roadside conditions.

The AKFS Drop & Go® Incident Support Vehicle was developed in collaboration with an established rescue and recovery operator, bringing the proven low-floor Drop & Go® concept into a vehicle designed specifically around incident response.

It can transport and deploy mobile traffic signals and associated equipment, while dedicated storage helps keep essential equipment organised, protected and accessible when crews arrive on site.

For teams working in traffic management, rescue and recovery, that means a vehicle designed around the practical demands of getting to an incident, deploying the equipment required and supporting the job at the roadside.

Because when the call comes, the vehicle needs to be ready too.

Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
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14/10/2026

Meet the new 4.5 tonne Ultra® Car Transporter by AKFS.

Building on our proven 3.5 tonne Ultra®, the new 4500kg GVW model gives vehicle transport operators increased carrying capability and greater flexibility for a changing vehicle market.

As the vehicles operators are being asked to move become increasingly varied in size and weight, the 4.5 tonne Ultra® provides another option for businesses that need more from their transporter.

Greater carrying capability. More flexibility. The proven Ultra® proposition, now at 4.5 tonnes.

Talk to our team to find out more.
Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
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When a recovery involves passengers too, the right cab matters.The AKFS Iveco Daily Crew Cab Car Transporter combines de...
06/10/2026

When a recovery involves passengers too, the right cab matters.

The AKFS Iveco Daily Crew Cab Car Transporter combines dedicated passenger space with the capability to recover and transport the vehicle itself.

Built on a 7,200kg GVW Iveco Daily chassis, the crew cab configuration provides additional seating for recovery operations where moving the vehicle is only part of the job.

For operators dealing with breakdowns, recoveries and vehicle movements, that added passenger capacity can provide valuable flexibility when both the vehicle and its occupants need to be transported.

Because the right transporter isn’t only about what goes on the back.

Built Without Compromise.

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Loading is only half the job.When you arrive on site, you still need to unload efficiently and get on with the work.That...
01/10/2026

Loading is only half the job.

When you arrive on site, you still need to unload efficiently and get on with the work.

That’s where the AKFS Tip & Go® earns its name.

Designed around practical loading, access and unloading, the Tip & Go® gives operators a versatile way to transport materials and equipment - and a more efficient way to unload when they reach the job.

Its lightweight aluminium construction helps maximise usable payload, while a range of features and options allows the vehicle to be specified around different working requirements, including -

✅ Mesh sides
✅ Barn doors
✅ Tip-through tail lift

For busy teams moving between jobs throughout the day, the right vehicle can help reduce unnecessary handling and make loading and unloading a more efficient part of the operation.

Because getting everything there matters. Getting it off efficiently matters too.

Built Without Compromise.

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29/09/2026

Grounds maintenance is one of those jobs you often notice most when it hasn’t been done.

Parks, verges, public spaces, commercial grounds, and green areas all rely on teams working throughout the year to keep them safe, accessible, and well maintained.

That means moving between sites, transporting machinery and tools, loading and unloading equipment, and keeping the working day moving efficiently.

At AKFS, we build grounds maintenance vehicles around those realities - helping operators carry the equipment they need, access it more easily, and work more effectively from site to site.

Because the right vehicle should support the people doing the work, not add another complication to the day.

Built Without Compromise.

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Choosing the right specialist vehicle starts with one question.What does your working day actually require?The equipment...
24/09/2026

Choosing the right specialist vehicle starts with one question.

What does your working day actually require?

The equipment you carry, the people you transport, the environments you operate in, and the jobs your team needs to complete all influence the right vehicle for your operation.

That’s why AKFS works across a wide range of specialist applications, including -

✅ Vehicle transport
✅ Traffic management
✅ Grounds maintenance
✅ Plant & tool hire
✅ Minibus and accessible passenger transport
✅ Electric vehicle solutions

Swipe through to explore the different AKFS vehicle ranges.

And if you’re not sure which route is right for your operation, speak to our Product Specialists. Understanding the job comes before recommending the vehicle.

Built Without Compromise.

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23/09/2026

Why tow when you don’t have to?

For many grounds maintenance and landscaping teams, moving ride-on mowers means adding a trailer into the working day - bringing extra manoeuvring, parking, loading, and planning considerations with it.

The AKFS Plant & Go® Landscaper offers a different approach.

Designed to carry ride-on mowers and grounds maintenance equipment directly on the vehicle, it removes the need for a separate trailer and helps simplify day-to-day movement between sites.

Key features include:

✅ Low 530mm bed height for easier loading and unloading
✅ 1810mm between the wheel arches to accommodate a wide range of machinery
✅ Spring-assisted tailgate to support practical everyday operation

The result is a more straightforward way to move machinery, helping crews spend less time managing trailers and more time getting on with the job.

Built Without Compromise.

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GVW, kerb weight, and payload. Three figures you’ll hear regularly when specifying a specialist vehicle, but what’s the ...
17/09/2026

GVW, kerb weight, and payload. Three figures you’ll hear regularly when specifying a specialist vehicle, but what’s the difference?

Each one tells you something different, and understanding how they work together can make a real difference when choosing the right vehicle.

✅ GVW is the maximum permitted weight of the vehicle when fully loaded.

✅ Kerb weight is the weight of the vehicle itself before payload is added.

✅ Payload is the carrying capacity left available for the people, tools, equipment, or machinery your operation needs.

For specialist vehicles, those numbers matter. Chassis choice, body design, equipment, and optional specification can all affect the usable payload you’re left with.

That’s why AKFS considers weight and carrying requirements from the outset, helping ensure the finished vehicle is specified around the job it needs to do.

When every kilogram counts, it pays to understand the numbers.

Built Without Compromise.

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16/09/2026

There’s a lot that happens between ‘sold’ and ‘delivered’.

For vehicle transport operators, every job means coordinating collections, managing timings, loading safely, securing vehicles correctly, and keeping the next movement on schedule.

That’s why the transporter itself matters.

A well-designed car transporter can help simplify loading, support efficient turnaround between jobs, and give operators the confidence to move vehicles safely and professionally throughout the working day.

At AKFS, we build transporters around the realities of professional vehicle movement, helping businesses keep vehicles moving from collection to delivery.

Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
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10/09/2026

The right grounds maintenance vehicle starts with the right chassis for the job.

This Load & Go® combines the Nissan Interstar with AKFS’s purpose-built grounds maintenance conversion, creating a practical working vehicle for teams carrying machinery, tools, and equipment from site to site.

Key features include -

✅ Beavertail cargo area
✅ Slip-resistant aluminium flooring
✅ Recessed lashing rings
✅ Assisted tailgate

But the real advantage is flexibility.

The Load & Go® isn’t tied to one chassis manufacturer. AKFS works across a range of brands, allowing our Product Specialists to recommend the platform that best suits your payload, operating environment, and day-to-day requirements.

For this build, that platform is the Nissan Interstar.

Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
📧 [email protected]

Address

Upper Mantle Close
Clay Cross
S459NU

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+441246250022

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