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Our department serves the largest subdivision in the US, 4008 lots at 3 acres apiece. Of the 76 miles of road in our district, only ten are paved, and only two are really two lanes. We have no community water system, which means no hydrants, but all our home owners have catchment systems of various sizes. For example, the system for my house holds 15,000 gallons, and will be set up for drafting in a few weeks.
Based on these criteria, I am looking to design a first due pumper, something between a mini and a full size class A pumper, one that has 4WD, pump and roll, foam, and a high angle of departure.
My question for this discussion is, how would you the reader design this truck? What great ideas have other departments come up with for similar situations? If your department has a cool truck that fits this description, send a picture and stats. If you know a manufacturer that can do what I need done, tell me who they are.
Based on these criteria, I am looking to design a first due pumper, something between a mini and a full size class A pumper, one that has 4WD, pump and roll, foam, and a high angle of departure.
My question for this discussion is, how would you the reader design this truck? What great ideas have other departments come up with for similar situations? If your department has a cool truck that fits this description, send a picture and stats. If you know a manufacturer that can do what I need done, tell me who they are.
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Permalink Reply by Engineco913 on
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heres a picture of a neighboring departments little urban interface. Has built in CAFS, 500 gallon tank, and mini turret on the front bumper. Not sure (based on I havent seen it up close and personal) on the make, but for the Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs meeting this past week, I know Pierve makes one. These manufacturers will build anything to spec if the price is right. Good Luck, hope this helps
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Permalink Reply by FF Nick on
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With small roads I'd also consider Suctions on all sides of the truck. Since water is an issue in ur neck of the woods, that'll make it easier to place a portable tank without worrying about where u placed the truck. As far as foam, I wouldnt worry about a CAFS to much, just have build in the eductor with a foam tank, you probably dont have the need for much more than that in a rural area unless ya'll are big foam users.Check out some of the trucks that Ferrara puts out, they may have something your looking for, or might help you as far as ideas.
http://ferrarafire.com
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Permalink Reply by FireRescue1.com on
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Check out FireRescue1 columnist Bob Vaccaro... He's done a great article on the subject: http://www.firerescue1.com/Columnists/apparatusessentials/
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Permalink Reply by Avery Dale on
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We have a GMC Mini-Pumper that we use as a rescue. Five man Cab, 4x4, 300 gallon water tank that is foam capable, two preconnects, booster reel, extended front bumper with 12,000 lbs winch, two extendable scene lights, rear compartments that holds a 24ft extension ladder, 2.5 hard suction lines and stokes basket, two large hose bed compartments. This truck was custom made by KME. If I had it to do over again I would have gone with another company and made the side compartments larger. We have had nothing but trouble with this truck mechanically and it takes an act of congress to get a KME service tech out. The side compartments are not big enough and the shelving not well laid out. I post this only because I have seen the exact same style of truck made by other companies that might as well be a Class A pumper. This truck would be great if spec'd properly. Very maneuverable and not very big. Hope this helps.
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