Light Commercial Vehicles.

Light Commercial Vehicles.

Our business is built on many years of providing the best solutions for customers, based on specific criteria and fully utilising the knowledge of our in-house experts.

Alphabet Light Commercial Vehicles. We are one of the most experienced providers of commercial vehicles to both private and public sector organisations within the UK. From car derived vans to 3.5t GVW and bespoke builds. While many vehicle leasing companies claim to be able to meet your business s specific needs, few can match the track record and experience we have when it comes to understanding your funding, operational and general fleet management requirements.

Our highly experienced team can guide you through the complex process of vehicle specification, preparation, maintenance and disposal ensuring best advice every step of the way. We are committed to developing partnerships with our customers and working closely with them to ensure we, and our supplier network provide the best solution. We always start the process by taking time to really understand our customer s business and their specific needs. We believe this is the only way we can provide a solution that addresses all their requirements and is adaptable to changing needs. From car derived vans to 3.5t GVW and bespoke builds. We can provide you with a complete fleet management solution, covering all commercial vehicles from car derived vans up to 3.5t GVW, as well as Minibuses up to 5.0t GVW We understand the importance of selecting the right vehicle for the job but our service doesn t stop at the initial choice of vehicle. Our specialist team can advise you on coachwork, internal linings or complete bodybuilding projects for your commercial vehicle fleet. Working closely with a number of partner conversion companies, we can ensure that even the most complex fleet mix is delivered on time and to the right specification. Whatever your requirements, we can provide vehicles to suit your business s individual needs; be it the need for a drop-side body, wheelchair accessible minibus, panel van or a bespoke shelving system for specialist equipment. Our partner conversion companies specialise in the fit out and internal conversion of light commercial vehicles. This involves various different specifications including the manufacture and fitting of custom built shelving and storage units, internal lining, roof racks, alarm systems, security locks, beacons / light bars, tow bars and roof ventilation.

Our work doesn t stop with the inside of your vehicle; we can also brand it with your company s livery. In summary we offer: Vehicle livery Vehicle conversion Mobile servicing Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) compliance. Experience counts, whatever your requirements, our flexible, comprehensive approach will deliver a solution to suit your needs and will be implemented by our specialist teams in a cost-effective, efficient manner. Is Alphabet Light Commercial Vehicles right for you? Alphabet are an experienced provider of commercial vehicles to both the private and public sectors. Our cost effective service is supported by our highly accomplished team who understand funding, operational and general fleet management requirements and beyond. If you d like to find out more, then talk to Alphabet today.

Vehicle Information Glossary Vehicle Weight Axle Weight The total amount of weight each axle is allowed to carry. Split between front and rear axles. The combined carrying weight of the two axles may appear to be greater than the GVW, but the GVW must never be exceeded. DRW / TRW Double or Twin rear wheels. Usually on 3.5t vehicles and allows for a higher axle weight and better traction whilst carrying heavier loads. Kerb Weight The weight of the vehicle just sat kerbside ready to drive away but with no occupants or payload. GTW Gross train weight: The maximum permissible weight of the vehicle and a trailer and their payloads. GVW Gross vehicle weight: The maximum permissible weight of both the vehicle and its total payload. Payload The weight of the load that the vehicle can carry this is the GVW minus the kerbweight. It is also less fuel, driver and any passengers. Plated Weight The maximum weight a vehicle can be operated at in the UK. It is shown on either a metal plate fixed to the vehicle or as a certificate in the cab. Unladen weight The weight of a vehicle with no payload, driver or passengers or fuel. Technical Information Vehicle descriptions LCV Light Commercial Vehicle CDV Car Derived Van: A van derived from a small passenger car with the rear seats removed and the rear side windows blanked out. Box Van A chassis cab with an enclosed body usually now manufactured from GRP. These types of vehicle are often fitted with a roller shutter style rear door and also very often, a tail lift. Chassis Cab A vehicle with just a cab area and a chassis onto which a body conversion can be fitted ie: tipper, dropside, box or Luton etc. Crew Cab An extension of the cab seating area to encompass a second row of seating. Dropside Body A flat bed conversion fitted to a chassis cab with hinged sideboards and tailboard. Tipper body Essentially a dropside body with an electro/hydraulic Ram used to raise/tilt the body to dispense its load (usually sand or soil). A 1 way tipper will tip its load to the rear a 3 way tipper will tip to the rear and either side. Sometimes fitted with a cage if used to transport leaves or branches in order to secure load. Luton Body Similar to a box body with an extended load compartment over the roof of the vehicle cab for extra space. BHP Brake Horse Power: A unit(s) of power an engine can produce. PS Pferdestärke (horse strength in German). Yet another unit(s) of power used by some manufacturers One PS is about 98.6% of a brake horsepower making them virtually interchangeable. Sometimes referred to as a metric horsepower. KW Kilowatt Another unit(s) of power used by some manufacturers to describe their engine power (Equates to approx 1.34 BHP).

Additional vehicle Information Bulkhead The wall or protection barrier between the load area and the seating compartment. Chapter 8 High grade microprismatic reflective normally applied in strips to form a Chevron shape on the rear of Highway maintenance vehicles. Flettner Vent The wind powered rotating vent fitted to the roof of some vehicles. Frails A framework usually fitted to the outside of a panel van used for transporting glass. These can also be fitted internally for extra protection. GRP Glass reinforced Plastic: A plastic type material which is both strong and lightweight once formed and is also washable and waterproof. Inverter An electrical device which changes the 12 volts DC on vehicles to 240 volts AC, this can then be used to power laptops, tool chargers etc utilising the standard 3 pin uk plug. Liners Waterproofing used to line the vehicle which can then be washed down. Can come as panels or spray on liner, smooth or textured. LOLER Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998: LOLER places duties on the people that own, operate or have control over lifting equipment which includes inspection and maintenance. We generally apply this in terms of 6 monthly safety inspections to tail lifts and cranes, hi-abs, cherry pickers and winches along with their annual certification. Tail Lifts Electro / hydraulic devices used for the safe lifting of goods from floor to the vehicles load bed level. Usually seen on the back of box vans and Lutons but becoming more popular being fitted to Panel vans. Various designs and weight capacities, usually 500kg for 3.5t vehicles. Tachograph / Tacho An in-cab recording device which records vehicle data such as speed, mileage and journey time. This is a legal requirement on vehicles over 3.5t (unless an exemption applies). Once analogue with charts, graphs on discs they now tend to be digital. Vehicle Sizes Wheelbase Distance between the centre of the front axle and the centre of the rear axle (wheel centres). This can be rather confusing as not all manufacturers use the same method of describing this measurement. One Method Alternative Method SWB = Short wheelbase L1 MWB = Medium Wheelbase L2 LWB = Long Wheelbase L3 XLWB / ECF = Extra Long Wheelbase / Extended Chassis Frame L4 / L5 However whilst manufacturers use these descriptions to designate vehicle lengths, lengths may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and may not have a direct comparison to another. An example of this is where a Ford Transit Connect is available in an L1 or an L2. However these lengths do not equate to the same sized vehicle an L1 or L2 on a full sized Ford Transit. Therefore the length sizes tend to designate wheel length within a specific product line and is not a general size across the market. Height - One Method Low / Standard Roof Medium Roof High Roof Super High Roof Alternative Method H1 H2 H3 H4 As with vehicle lengths, the height sizes differ from manufacturer to manufacturer. For example the Ford Transit Custom is available in two roof heights: Low/ standard roof (H1) or what Ford class as their High Roof version which using the example above would equate to an H3, but in actual fact it is a H2.

Vehicle types CDV / Small Vans Large Vans (SWB / MWB / LWB / XLWB) Examples Citroen Nemo & Berlingo / Fiat Fiorino & Doblo Cargo / Ford Fiesta Van, Transit Courier & Transit Connect / Mercedes Citan / Peugeot Bipper & Partner / Renault Kangoo / Vauxhall Corsa Van & Combo / Volkswagen Caddy Examples Citroen Relay / Fiat Ducato / Ford Transit / Mercedes Sprinter / Nissan NV400 / Peugeot Boxer / Renault Trafic & Master / Vauxhall Vivaro & Movano / Volkswagen Crafter Intermediate Vans 4x4 / Pick ups Examples Citroen Partner L2, Dispatch L1 & L2 / Fiat Doblo Cargo XL / Ford: Transit Connect L2 & Transit Custom / Mercedes Citan Long & Vito / Nissan NV200 / Peugeot Partner L2, Expert L1 & L2 / Renault Kangoo Maxi / Vauxhall Combo L2 / Volkswagen: Caddy Maxi & Transporter Examples Ford: Ranger / Isuzu DMAX / Mitsibushi L200 / Nissan Navara / Toyota Hilux / Volkswagen Amarok An Example of Various wheelbases and roof heights.

Alphabets Preferred Convertor Network Alphabet have partnered up with 9 conversion companies, meaning we can offer any conversion requirements needed. Tipper, Dropside and dry freight Conversions Minibus, Wheelchair accessible and welfare vehicles Internal Van provisions Livery and Racking Livery/ Vinyl wrap/ Wrapid coat Refrigerated vehicles

Commercial Vehicle Specification Checklist Car derived and panel vans Specification What is the vehicle used for What is carried on the vehicle Length and height of vehicle required e.g LWB, MWB, medium roof Payload required Interior Bulkhead full, half, glazed, mesh, laod through capability Specific interior protection (ply lining is standard) Racking/shelving requirement Door configuration and access points Auxilliary batteries/charging Exterior Sign writing Lighting - Beacons/ lightbars etc Rear doors glazed/unglazed/ roller/ladders Towbar/ roof rack Ramp Tail lift Factory Built conversion Any other requirements:

Commercial Vehicle Specification Checklist Luton/ Box body Specification What is the vehicle used for What is carried on the vehicle Length of vehicle required eg LWB, MWB Payload required Interior Specific interior protection Racking/shelving requirement Door configuration, access points, specific door aperture requirements Auxiliary batteries/charging Exterior Sign writing Beacons/ lightbars etc Towbar Ramp??? Tail lift Roller shutters Reverse bleepers Cages or storage equipment Load lock rails Factory built conversion Any other requirements:

Commercial Vehicle Specification Checklist Minibuses Rear Seats Number of seats required and configuration Cloth or vinyl covering Armrests required Lap or diagonal seatbelts Fixed or removable seat Cab Seats Single or dual cab seats Static, face forward, face backwards or rotate Interior Storage requirements Additional ventilation Flooring non slip, other Wall and ceiling trim cloth, carpet, GRP Lighting internal Wheelchair use Number of wheelchairs and configuration required Tail lift Ramp hydraulic, electric Wheelchair tracking, clamps, stowage, harnesses Rails, steps, accessibility Exterior Sign writing Lighting - Beacons/ light bars etc

Choose Alphabet. Alphabet is a multi-marque fleet funding company, part of the BMW Group. We are known for our progressive mobility solutions for businesses and employees. We focus our systems, processes and the skills of our people solely towards providing industry-leading standards of service to fleet users. By choosing Alphabet, you will be working with a company that is committed to meeting your expectations without compromise. Find out more Tel: 0370 50 50 100 Email: alphabet@alphabet.co.uk www.alphabet.co.uk Alphabet, Form One, 17 Bartley Wood Business Park, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9XA. Tel: 0370 50 50 100. Registered office address: Europa House, 5 Bartley Way, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9UF. Registered in England and Wales 3282075. Disclaimer: The information provided in this guide is for general information purposes only and is correct to the best of the publishers knowledge at the time of publication (September 2014). Neither Alphabet nor the author can be held responsible for any actions or consequences arising from acting on, or refraining from taking any course of action, as a result of reading this guide.