The Mediterranean island of Malta is legendary for its fleets of British
vehicles of all kinds and this refreshing yellow Dennis fire appliance
is a fine example.
The St John Rescue Corps of Malta is a voluntary organisation
established in 1986 to provide rescue aid and services during community
events and large-scale rescue operations. This 1991 Dennis Excalibur
Water tender/Ladder appliance, donated to the organisation by Merseyside
Fire and Rescue Service, represents one of the St John Rescue Corps
vehicles in use at such events.
With an authentic Maltese registration plate TFI 714 the model features
the St John Rescue Corps graphics on the front and the sides. The main
body colour scheme is yellow with red/orange chequered effect to the
sides, silver applied to shuttering, ladders and cab side steps and
red/orange chevroned rear. The roof is amply provided with ladders and
the roof also features red air horns and blue roof beacon lights. The
chassis and remaining trim are all black.