AME PRO Model 500 Mortuary Cot — First Generation Standard Stretcher

The AME PRO Model 500 is American Mortuary Equipment's entry-level standard mortuary cot — purpose-built for funeral homes, first call removal services, coroner's offices, hospital morgues, crematories, aqua cremation facilities, veterinary cremation operations, and anatomical science labs that need dependable daily body transport performance without the cost of a premium fleet unit. Designed for single-operator use, the Model 500 mortuary stretcher delivers the same core functionality trusted by professional death care operations nationwide — at a price point that works for county coroner budgets, independent removal services, and growing funeral home fleets alike.

Who This Cot Is Built For

The Model 500 first call cot is the right choice for funeral home directors, first call removal contractors, hospital morgue staff, county coroner and medical examiner offices, veterinary cremation facilities, aqua cremation operations, and anatomical science programs managing standard-weight case loads. Whether you run a rural one-person removal operation or are outfitting a multi-vehicle first call fleet, this morgue cot scales to your workload. Browse our full mortuary cots and first call stretchers collection or our professional mortuary stretchers to compare the complete lineup. Need something available immediately? View our ready-to-ship mortuary equipment for units on the floor today.

Key Specifications

Features

• 550 lb load capacity — handles standard and light bariatric body transport cases with confidence
• Four adjustable height levels — loads cleanly into SUVs, minivans, and high-floor removal vehicles without a second operator
• Locking swivel wheels — full mobility with directional control and floor safety during first call removal
• Reinforced auto-locking legs — locks securely at every height position for stable, safe operation
• Heat-sealed mattress with heavy-duty transport straps — infection-control compliant and ready for immediate use in any funeral home or morgue environment
• Single-operator design — engineered for one-person loading, transport, and unloading across all removal scenarios
• FREE Microban antimicrobial surface protection — inhibits mold, mildew, and bacterial growth on all contact surfaces ($149 value included at no charge for a limited time)

What's Included

• AME PRO Model 500 Mortuary Cot
• (2) Heavy-duty 60" cot straps
• 2" black mattress pad
• FREE cot cover
• Instruction manual
• 1-year manufacturer's warranty

Optional Add-Ons

• Telescoping handles — improved maneuverability in tight hallways and stairwells
• Side-fold safety rails (set of 2) — added lateral protection during transport
• Replacement mattress pads
• Replacement cot straps

All add-ons are in stock and ready to ship.

Mortuary Equipment Planning Resources

Not sure which mortuary cot or first call stretcher is right for your operation? Our mortuary equipment planning guides walk through capacity planning, vehicle compatibility, and fleet sizing for funeral homes and removal services of every scale. Our guide for funeral professionals covers equipment selection by case volume and facility type. For a broader look at outfitting your operation from first call through final preparation, explore our full range of embalming tables and pathology and autopsy equipment.

Bulk Orders & Fleet Pricing

Ordering 3 or more units for a funeral home fleet, coroner's office, or removal service? Contact us directly for discounted fleet pricing and consolidated shipping rates. Capital equipment financing is also available — visit our financing page to review options for spreading costs across your budget cycle. Questions about specs, shipping, or compatibility? Visit our FAQ page for fast answers.