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.

Purpose-built. But what does that actually mean?It means your vehicle is designed around the job, not the other way arou...
16/07/2026

Purpose-built. But what does that actually mean?

It means your vehicle is designed around the job, not the other way around.

At AKFS, every build starts with understanding your operational requirements.

✅ The right chassis
✅ The right payload
✅ The right storage
✅ The right specification

No unnecessary extras. No compromised usability. Just a vehicle built to do the job it was intended for.

That means better day-to-day efficiency, stronger operator confidence, and a vehicle that supports the way your business works.

Built Without Compromise.

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Behind every AKFS vehicle is a conversation about how your business works.Our Product Specialists take the time to under...
15/07/2026

Behind every AKFS vehicle is a conversation about how your business works.

Our Product Specialists take the time to understand your operation, your day-to-day challenges, and the vehicle you need to get the job done.

Meet the team:

✅ Tom McGeown
Product Specialist – Car Transporters & Minibuses

✅ Michael Sapsford
Product Specialist – Grounds Maintenance & Plant & Tool Hire

✅ Stephen Phillips
Senior Product Specialist – Traffic Management

Whether you're expanding your fleet, replacing existing vehicles, or looking for a bespoke conversion, our team is here to help you find the right vehicle for your operation.

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Why does AKFS use aluminium across so many of its vehicle conversions?Because every kilogram saved on body weight can he...
09/07/2026

Why does AKFS use aluminium across so many of its vehicle conversions?

Because every kilogram saved on body weight can help deliver more usable payload, without compromising the strength and durability operators rely on every day.

That's why aluminium features across many of our specialist vehicle builds.

✅ Lightweight construction to help maximise available payload

✅ Excellent corrosion resistance for long-term durability

✅ Robust enough to withstand demanding commercial environments

✅ Designed to support years of dependable day-to-day operation

Every design decision we make is focused on helping operators work more efficiently, reduce whole-life ownership costs, and get the very best from their investment.

Built Without Compromise.

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Open or enclosed? The right choice depends on what you're transporting.Every operation is different, and selecting the r...
08/07/2026

Open or enclosed? The right choice depends on what you're transporting.

Every operation is different, and selecting the right vehicle transporter starts with understanding your requirements.

An open transporter is an excellent choice for operators moving a wide range of vehicles efficiently, offering practicality, ease of loading, and strong day-to-day usability.

An enclosed transporter provides an additional level of protection from the weather, road debris, and unwanted attention. For businesses transporting prestige, performance, classic, or high-value vehicles, that extra security and peace of mind can be invaluable.

At AKFS, we don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We take the time to understand your operation before recommending the transporter that's best suited to the way you work.

To discuss the right vehicle transporter for your operation, contact Tom McGeown:

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02/07/2026

When crews spend less time loading and unloading, they spend more time getting the job done.

The Load & Go® Grounds Maintenance Vehicle is designed around the needs of busy operational teams, combining a lightweight aluminium body, impressive payload capability, and practical loading access to help improve day-to-day efficiency.

✅ Assisted tailgate for quicker loading and unloading
✅ Practical load space designed around the equipment crews use every day
✅ Lightweight construction to help maximise available payload
✅ Built to support productivity across busy grounds maintenance operations

Built to keep teams moving.

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Struggling to find drivers comfortable towing trailers or operating larger vehicle combinations?You're not alone, and it...
30/06/2026

Struggling to find drivers comfortable towing trailers or operating larger vehicle combinations?

You're not alone, and it's a challenge many operators continue to face.

The Plant & Go® is designed to remove the need for a trailer altogether. By bringing the load onto a single, purpose-built low-floor vehicle, it simplifies operation, improves manoeuvrability, and gives businesses greater flexibility when allocating vehicles across their workforce.

✅ No trailer to tow or manoeuvre
✅ Easier vehicle allocation across teams
✅ Faster loading and unloading
✅ Improved day-to-day operational efficiency

The result is a more flexible workforce, simpler planning, and fewer barriers to getting vehicles on the road when they're needed most.

Don't just invest in another vehicle – invest in a more adaptable way of working.

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25/06/2026

Trailers can create challenges for grounds maintenance teams, from manoeuvrability and parking through to loading efficiency and day to day usability.

That's why the Plant & Go® Landscaper was developed.

The original low-floor Grounds Maintenance Vehicle, designed to help operators work more efficiently with safer low-floor loading, impressive payload capability, and a compact footprint that can remove the need for cumbersome trailers.

✅ Faster loading and unloading throughout the working day
✅ Compact dimensions ideal for both urban and rural operations
✅ Built to maximise usability, payload, and operator efficiency

Less time loading. More time working.

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Safe, accessible, and designed around the needs of passengers and operators alike.Whether supporting school transport, c...
24/06/2026

Safe, accessible, and designed around the needs of passengers and operators alike.

Whether supporting school transport, community services, or accessible passenger travel, AKFS minibuses are engineered to deliver comfort, practicality, and confidence on every journey.

✅ M2-tested seating options
✅ Wheelchair lift and accessibility solutions
✅ Slip-resistant flooring for improved passenger safety

Built on trusted chassis platforms including Ford, Renault, Fiat, and Peugeot, our 3,500kg minibus range provides a practical transport solution that can be operated under standard licence requirements (subject to operating conditions).

Designed around accessibility. Built around reliability.

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18/06/2026

Traffic management crews need vehicles that help them work safely, efficiently, and confidently in demanding roadside environments.

The Ford Transit Drop & Go® TMV combines low-floor accessibility, practical payload capability, and excellent manoeuvrability to support faster deployment and improved day-to-day usability.

✅ Low-floor loading to improve operator access and reduce manual handling
✅ Compact dimensions ideal for urban and restricted-access traffic management operations
✅ Assisted tailgate for quicker equipment loading and deployment

Designed around the realities of modern traffic management.

Safer loading. Smarter traffic management.

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Keep your fleet moving through the summer. Warmer weather can place additional strain on hard-working vehicles, and a sm...
16/06/2026

Keep your fleet moving through the summer.

Warmer weather can place additional strain on hard-working vehicles, and a small issue today can quickly become costly downtime tomorrow.

Before temperatures rise, it's worth checking a few key areas:

✅ Coolant levels and radiator condition – high temperatures place extra demands on cooling systems, particularly on heavily loaded vehicles.

✅ Tyre condition and pressures – warmer road surfaces can accelerate wear and affect tyre performance if pressures aren't maintained correctly.

✅ Air conditioning performance – keeping drivers comfortable helps reduce fatigue and supports concentration during long working days.

A little preventative maintenance now can help avoid costly disruptions when your vehicles are needed most.

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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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