R. A. Bell

R. A. Bell A family-run business established in 1964 in Australia. Design & manufacturing of special vehicles

28/05/2026

Different builds. Different systems. One R.A. Bell team.

A quick look at some of the fabrication, testing and emergency vehicles moving through our Victorian and Queensland workshops.

From sparks flying in fabrication, through to finished trucks ready for service, this is the part of the build most people do not get to see.

Across both sites, the focus stays the same. Practical engineering, careful fitout and vehicles built for the crews who

A lot happens inside the workshop before a vehicle ever hits the road.From emergency service builds through to hydro exc...
26/05/2026

A lot happens inside the workshop before a vehicle ever hits the road.

From emergency service builds through to hydro excavation units, multiple projects can be moving through different stages at the same time. Fabrication, electrical, plumbing, fit out, testing and final delivery.

Every section of the workshop plays a role in getting these vehicles ready for the field.

This Cat 6 tanker is now in service with NSW RFS, built for regional operations where water capacity, reliability, and a...
21/05/2026

This Cat 6 tanker is now in service with NSW RFS, built for regional operations where water capacity, reliability, and access all matter.

Bushfire response is never one size fits all. Different terrain and different brigades all have different needs.

For the firies out there, what is one thing people would be surprised to learn about trucks like this?

Before anything gets built, it gets tested here first.Every truck starts as a full CAD model.We map out space, equipment...
19/05/2026

Before anything gets built, it gets tested here first.

Every truck starts as a full CAD model.
We map out space, equipment, access, and how everything actually works together.

It means fewer surprises on the floor.
And a build that works the way it is meant to.

Most people never see this part. But it is one of the most important.

Not many people see this part.Before any truck goes out, it comes through here.Full pump test. Water in, water out, back...
14/05/2026

Not many people see this part.

Before any truck goes out, it comes through here.
Full pump test. Water in, water out, back through the system.

We are checking flow, pressure, and how everything actually performs. Not just on paper.

If it does not work here, it does not leave.

11/05/2026

One of the engineers walking through the locker layout on one of the new Tasmania Medium Pumpers.

Everything is organised so crews can find what they need quickly and get straight to work.

07/05/2026

Quick look at one of the new Tasmania Medium Pumpers.

Walkthrough of the key systems and how it’s set up for real use on scene.

Why in house matters.Better control. better quality. faster problem solving.Everything is designed, built and fitted out...
05/05/2026

Why in house matters.

Better control. better quality. faster problem solving.

Everything is designed, built and fitted out under one roof so it all works together when it matters.

The first of the new Tasmania Medium PumpersSet up so crews can get on scene and get straight to work.Pump, foam, contro...
01/05/2026

The first of the new Tasmania Medium Pumpers

Set up so crews can get on scene and get straight to work.

Pump, foam, controls and storage all designed to work together. no wasted time, no second guessing.

28/04/2026

From the floor to the field.

Fabrication, wiring, fit out. all coming together across three builds.

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Melbourne, VIC
3020

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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