Mineral Wells, WV, Rolls with New Quint

A Pierce Ascendant 107-foot heavy-duty aerial ladder quint is now in service with the Mineral Wells, WV, Volunteer Fire Department. The aerial delivers a full 107-foot vertical reach and a 100-foot horizontal reach with a below grade operation of -10º. Its 100-foot horizontal reach is an astounding 32 feet greater than a typical single rear axle aerial. The vehicle also features a Cummins ISL 450 hp engine, TAK-4 independent front suspension, and Command Zone advanced electronics. The firefighting system includes a 2,000-gpm single-stage pump and a 500-gallon water tank.