Brush Truck Replacement

[kd5smn]

We are attempting to replace our 1966 model 2.5 ton brush truck. I have seen that the max funding for a brush truck under AFG is 135K. I have also seen that a Type 3 wildland engine is very similar but has a max of 272K. 135K is not enough for the truck we need. We need 200K+ to get what we need. What is the difference in applying for a brush truck vs. applying for a type 3 wildland engine? Is it purely semantics or are there benefits to doing it one way vs. the other?

[islandfire03]

Two completely different vehicles in two different priority categories
AFG doesn't differentiate between types of engines.
They have pumper/engine category,
tanker/tender category,
brush/quick attack category,
aerial less than 76'
greater than 76 '
rescues
obviously asking for a type III wildland engine will register as a forestry service image to the reviewers, if you get to them with your scoring. The cost benefit ratio and # of calls the truck is needed for annually will be a determining factor in your computer score. The age of other engines in your fleet will also be considered in the score.