AKFS Special Vehicles Ltd

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.

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.

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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.

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Going electric only works if the vehicle still works for your operation.Payload, range, charging, access, equipment, and...
08/09/2026

Going electric only works if the vehicle still works for your operation.

Payload, range, charging, access, equipment, and day-to-day usability all need to be considered before deciding whether an electric specialist vehicle is the right fit.

That’s why AKFS looks at the job first, not the powertrain.

Our electric range includes specialist vehicles for traffic management, grounds maintenance, vehicle transport, logistics, and passenger travel, helping operators transition where electric genuinely suits the application.

Quieter operation and zero tailpipe emissions can be valuable in urban and noise-sensitive environments, but the vehicle still needs to deliver the practicality and functionality your team relies on every day.

If you’re considering the move to electric, the important question isn’t simply “Can we go electric?”

It’s “Which electric vehicle is right for our operation?”

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03/09/2026

Getting your team to site is only part of the job.

Once you're there, your vehicle needs to keep working too.

For busy grounds maintenance teams, that means making machinery, tools and equipment easy to load, secure, transport and access throughout the working day.

That's where the AKFS Load & Go® Grounds Maintenance Vehicle earns its place.

Designed around the demands of day-to-day grounds maintenance operations, it combines practical loading access, strong payload capability and adaptable storage options to help teams work efficiently as they move from one job to the next.

It's not simply a vehicle for getting equipment from A to B. It's designed to support the operation from the first job of the day to the last.

Because the right specialist vehicle shouldn't just get you there. It should help you get the job done.

Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
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AKFS didn't start with the name you know today.In 2015, two established specialist vehicle businesses, Advanced Minibus ...
02/09/2026

AKFS didn't start with the name you know today.

In 2015, two established specialist vehicle businesses, Advanced Minibus and KFS Special Vehicles, came together to form AKFS.

But our story had already been decades in the making.

The experience behind AKFS stretches back more than 30 years, bringing together specialist knowledge in vehicle manufacturing across a wide range of industries.

Today, you'll find AKFS vehicles working across traffic management, grounds maintenance, plant and tool hire, vehicle recovery and logistics, and passenger transport throughout the UK.

A lot has changed along the way. The vehicles have evolved, industries have moved forward and new technology has changed what's possible.

But the focus has remained the same: building specialist vehicles that are made for the job they're there to do.

That's the experience behind AKFS today.

Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
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The true cost of a specialist vehicle goes far beyond the initial purchase price.A vehicle that's designed around the wa...
27/08/2026

The true cost of a specialist vehicle goes far beyond the initial purchase price.

A vehicle that's designed around the way you work can support your operation every day. One that isn't can introduce small inefficiencies that gradually affect productivity over time.

Longer loading and unloading times, unnecessary journeys, limited storage, or a layout that doesn't quite suit the job may seem minor in isolation, but together they can have a real impact on day-to-day efficiency.

That's why AKFS takes the time to understand how a vehicle will be used before recommending the most appropriate chassis, body, and specification.

The right vehicle isn't simply an investment in your fleet. It's an investment in the efficiency, productivity, and long-term success of your business.

Built Without Compromise.

📞 01246 250022
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25/08/2026

One vehicle. Multiple jobs. No trailer required.

The AKFS Plant & Go® Landscaper is designed to help grounds maintenance and landscaping teams carry machinery, tools, and equipment in one practical vehicle.

By removing the need for a separate trailer, operators can simplify loading, improve manoeuvrability, and move more efficiently between sites.

Key features include -

✅ Assisted tailgate for easier loading
✅ Low bed height for easier loading and unloading
✅ Spacious load area for machinery and equipment
✅ Optional raised tool lockers that add secure storage without reducing usable bed space

Whether supporting routine grounds maintenance or larger landscaping projects, the Plant & Go® provides a practical, adaptable solution for demanding day-to-day operations.

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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