Aixam Mega introduced the Mega light utility vehicle to the UK utilities sector, the ultra-lightweight truck raised some interest with local authorities and facilities management operators. Here was a lightweight, compact, vehicle that could access the tightest spots with minimal environmental impact. Not only that but it's polycarbonate body panels were pedestrian friendly making it ideal for use in public areas such as pedestrian precincts.

The versatility of the Mega has not gone unnoticed and an increasing number of local authorities are adding Megas to their fleets, either to supplement existing operations, or to replace heavy and unwieldy conventional vehicles. Operational uses currently see Megas serving in street cleaning services, parks and cemetery maintenance, internal delivery services, and hospital waste control to name just a few of the tasks the lightweight truck is suited to.

The Mega is available with a variety of body styles, from a plain chassis cab that can have a lightweight custom-built body attached; through van bodies with roller shutter or twin rear doors (side entry by roller shutter is also available), to drop side pick-up, tipper beds, and a mini-skip delivery vehicle ideal for use on caravan sites, hospitals and other locations where space is at a premium.

The standard Mega comes with an easily serviced 479cc Kubota diesel engine that most workshops will be familiar with. Drive is via a constantly variable transmission, eliminating gear changes and making the Mega simplicity itself to drive allowing the operator to concentrate on his surroundings when working amongst pedestrian traffic. As an alternative the Mega is supplied with an electric motor. The electric Mega has all the benefits of the diesel plus the benefit of a quiet, emission free operation. With an eight hour duty cycle the electric Mega is capable of working a full shift without recharging.