This used 24 camera OB trailer is an HD single expander unit, originally built and operated in the UK for football league coverage and other live sports. Currently, it is undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment, including a full service of its hydraulic, electrical and air-conditioning systems and a new metallic white finish. Once complete, the OB4 will offer a modern, high-capacity solution for European and international operations.

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OB4 Outside Broadcast Unit Specification – HD / SDR / Dolby 5.1

24 Camera Ready HD Single Expender OB Trailer – Fully Refurbished

Overview

This single expanding OB trailer was originally built and operated in the UK for football league coverage and a wide range of live sports productions.

It is currently undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment and upgrade programme, transforming it into a modern, high-performance broadcast solution suitable for European and international operations.

Refurbishment Scope

Exterior

• Removal, full service, and reinstallation of the hydraulic system
• Complete inspection and servicing of all electrical systems
• Full overhaul and servicing of the OB van power systems
• Complete exterior repaint in metallic white
• Upgrade to modern exterior lighting
• Replacement and full servicing of the air-conditioning systems
• Replacement of locker gas struts
• Locker interiors upgraded with aluminium chequer plate lining

Interior

• Removal of existing wall coverings and installation of modern wall panels
• Upgrade to contemporary, high-efficiency ceiling lighting
• Replacement of all floor finishes with modern materials
• Installation of LED task lighting under desks
• Refinishing of wood trims to a modern standard
• Removal of partition wall and optimisation of interior layout

Summary

This refurbished OB trailer combines a proven broadcast platform with modern upgrades, offering a reliable, cost-effective solution ready for demanding live production environments.

SPECIFICATION

• Vehicle
• Overall length 18m, width 4.5m extended
• Cameras
• 20 Sony HDC2500 cameras
• Sony HDC3300 SloMo cameras as required
• Production Area
• 2 rows of production desks Sony MVS8000X vision mixer
• 8 x 46” flatscreen monitor stack with up to 110 individual source monitors
• 4 x 22” displays for rear production desk monitoring
• Production
• 2 Rows of production benches
• 8 x 46” Flatscreen monitor stack with up to 110 individual source monitors
• 4 x 22” Displays for rear production test monitoring
• Audio
• 64 fader Calrec Alpha Bluefin sound desk
• Hydra stageboxes and MADI interface
• 5.1 surround capability Telex Adam talkback matrix
• 3 x Radio Talkback base stations
• Engineering
• 5 x Rack positions with Grade 1 CRT monitor & HD scopes
• 1 x Engineering God position with
• Grade 1 Tektronix monitoring
• Probel 256 x 256 matrix

VTR

• 5 x 6 channel EVS positions, 5 x VTR positions
• Space for 9 operators
• 6 x 40” flatscreen monitors with up to 96 individual source monitors
• Miscellaneous
• Walk on roof with safety rails
• 24v auxiliary power
• 3x integrated air conditioning units
• Satellite and terrestrial off air receivers
• 2x Pneumatic Masts
• Requires 2×125 amp single phase
• or 1 x 125 amp three phase power

Why choose this used 24 camera OB trailer?

Extended, the OB4 measures 18 metres long and 4.5 metres wide. Inside, a Sony MVS-8000X vision mixer drives 20 Sony HDC-2500 cameras, with Sony HDC-3300 slow-motion cameras available as required. For audio, a 64-fader Calrec Alpha Bluefin desk with Hydra stageboxes supports 5.1 surround. Likewise, a Probel 256×256 matrix and 5 six-channel EVS positions give the replay area room for up to 9 operators.

C2S Media supplies, renovates and integrates OB vans and trailers for broadcasters and production companies across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. To compare options, browse our other used OB vehicles or explore our systems integration services. Then contact our team for price, full specifications and availability of this used 24 camera OB trailer. Discover the camera range on the Sony Professional website.