Engines

Here are a few FAQs about buying a used fire truck to assist you as you start the process.

The Mabscott (WV) Volunteer Fire Department had previously purchased two custom engines from Sutphen Corp., so when it decided it needed new pumper on a short wheelbase that would be maneuverable for mountainous terrain, it again turned to Sutphen to build the rig.

  Specifications Commander Rosenbauer Chassis GVWR: 47,000 Seating for 6; 5 SCBA seats Cummins ISL 450-hp Diesel Engine Allison 3000EVS Automatic Transmission Hale 1,500-gpm Pump 950-Gallon Polypropylene Tank 20-Gallon Foam Cell FoamPro Foam System Crosslays/Speedlays: Crosslays: (2) 1 1/2″ Rear ...

Brindlee Mountain has four ways for you to do this to make sure it meets your needs, you are comfortable with the condition, and that you get that “feeling” that this is the right fire truck for your fire department.

This narration covers the possible abuse or misuse of the “Bidder Complies” format. The Bidder Complies format is almost a fire service standard when writing purchasing specifications.

This Sutphen custom pumper is built on a Sutphen Monarch chassis with a raised-roof, four-door, five-person cab.

There’s been a fundamental change in the traditional “competitive bid” process used to purchase apparatus as well as noticeable changes in the attitudes of some apparatus buyers and sellers.

A number of service techs and other fire fighters from two different states spent four days learning the intricacies of water pumps that are vital equipment on most fire trucks.

Brindlee Mountain has been tracking the things you need to look for when buying a used apparatus and things you should avoid.

Some proponents of the concept advocate keeping turnout gear (personal protective clothing) out of the crew cab at all times. There is no questioning keeping contaminated gear out of the cab