The future has arrived: Rosenbauer RT set for UK launch at The Emergency Services Show

Rosenbauer UK is proud to announce the arrival of its first UK-market-ready RT (Revolutionary Technology) fire truck. The Rosenbauer RT is a fully operational, production-ready electric fire engine that’s already transforming frontline response across the globe.

You can see it for yourself at The Emergency Services Show on stand J240 where the vehicle will be on full public display. Fire and rescue services looking to lead the way in sustainable, efficient, and cutting-edge emergency response are invited to view, explore, and discuss what could become the next generation of their fleet.

A proven platform – ready for the UK

With over 50 Rosenbauer RTs already in active service worldwide, the RT has accumulated just shy of 370,000 km driven and logged over 70,000 operational hours – solid evidence of its reliability in diverse conditions. Impressively, over 91% of all run-time has been powered exclusively by the RT’s onboard battery system, with the onboard Energy Backup Unit (EBU) used for less than 6,000 hours in total. That’s more than performance – it’s proof.

Countries already using the RT include Germany, France, Austria, The Netherlands, Canada, Australia, Singapore, the United States and more. These early adopters are paving the way for a fundamental shift in emergency response, and the UK now has the opportunity to be next.

Built for British brigades

Rosenbauer UK has worked closely with operational stakeholders to ensure the RT meets the demands of British fire services – structurally, ergonomically, and operationally.

Whether it’s navigating tight urban streets or operating with precision in complex scenarios, the RT’s compact dimensions (just 2.35m wide) and all-wheel steering provide a turning radius as tight as 13.5m, easily outperforming most conventional appliances in agility.

Key operational advantages include:

• Fully electric drive with two motors (360kW / 490hp) for zero-emission operation
• Low noise and zero exhaust emissions during battery-only operation
• Minimal entry height (260mm) for rapid, step-free crew access
• Ergonomic equipment bays with low removal heights and deep storage
• All-wheel steering and independent suspension for maximum stability

The RT also serves as a mobile power hub. Its high-capacity batteries can run scene lighting, power tools, and onboard systems silently; improving communication, reducing stress, and enhancing safety for both responders and the public.

Not just electric, revolutionary

What sets the RT apart is that it was engineered from scratch to be a firefighter’s ideal machine. That’s why it offers:

• Integrated LED ambient and directional lighting
• A fully digital operations ecosystem, including wireless operator panels, real-time vehicle diagnostics, and EMEREC connectivity
• Customisable modular interior with rotating front seats and open crew communication layout
• Advanced safety systems, such as electronic mirrors, blind spot detection, and automatic obstacle recognition

Ready to join your fleet

The RT available at The Emergency Services Show isn’t a one-off. It’s available for immediate purchase by UK fire services looking to be the first in Britain to lead the electric firefighting transition. As global production ramps up, Rosenbauer UK is positioned to support implementation, training, service and lifecycle management right here in the UK.

With robust service backing, proven real-world reliability, and the environmental credentials today’s services demand, the RT presents a low-risk, high-reward opportunity for forward-thinking brigades.

See it. Touch it. Drive the future.

Whether your focus is sustainability, operational efficiency, firefighter wellbeing, or cost-of-ownership reduction, the RT has something game-changing to offer. And the best way to understand what makes it different is to step inside and experience it yourself.

Join Rosenbauer UK at The Emergency Services Show 2025:

• Indoor: Stand J240
• Outdoor: OS10 (Vehicle Demonstration Zone)

Our team will be on hand to guide you through the RT’s capabilities, explore its UK-specific features and discuss how your service can be at the forefront of next-generation firefighting.

The industry will once again be gathering at the NEC, Birmingham for The Emergency Services Show, co-located with The Emergency Tech Show, on 17-18 September, check out the full exhibitor list here.