Apparatus - Showcase: Altona, N.Y., Moves Big Water With New Rig

The Altona Volunteer Fire Department purchased a new pumper tanker to replace an aging pumper. The department wanted a larger capacity tank to help with water supply, but also wanted to have a pump capable of producing adequate fire flow for suppression in case the need arises.

Apparatus Type: Pumper/Tanker
Model: Peterbilt PT2-3000
Engine: PACCAR Engine
Generator: NA
Transmission: Allison
Tank: 3,300-gallon polypropylene
Pump: Darley 1,500-gpm
Aerial: NA
Chasis Manufacturer: Peterbilt
State: NY
Year: 2013