A department needing to add a rescue truck to its fleet starts the search with a pump test.
Under Warranty
Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus offers a warranty on its inventory trucks. And more importantly, it has a system in place to act swiftly on all warranty claims.
Used Fire Truck Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few FAQs about buying a used fire truck to assist you as you start the process.
Four Ways to Inspect a Used Fire Truck
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.
Vestavia Hills (AL) Fire Department Gets Heavy Rescue from Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus
The Vestavia Hills rig is a 2003 Pierce Saber heavy rescue truck with seating for six firefighters, five of whom are in SCBA seats.
Abusing and Misusing the Bidder Complies Format
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.
Recent Brindlee Mountain Delivery: 1996 E-ONE/Freightliner Rescue
Brindlee Manufacturing recently delivered this E-ONE rescue built on a Freighliner cab and chassis to southern fire department.
Changes in Apparatus Purchasing and Attitudes
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.
Brindlee Delivery: 2006 KME Heavy Rescue
Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus recently delivered this KME heavy rescue to a southern fire department.
Brindlee Mountain Delivery: 2001 E-ONE Wet Rescue
This 2001 E-ONE wet rescue was recently delivered by Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus to a southwest fire department.
Buying a Used Truck
Brindlee Mountain has been tracking the things you need to look for when buying a used apparatus and things you should avoid.
Boston (MA) Fire Department Receives New Multimission Apparatus
The new specialty apparatus was custom built to the exact specifications of the BFD and will be used as a dual-purpose high-water/wildland fire apparatus.