The Tapachula International Airport in Mexico has taken delivery of an Oshkosh Airport Products Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicle.
The vehicle is powered by a Deutz 2015 V8 670-hp Tier 3 engine. It holds 1,500-gallons of water, 210-gallons of foam, and 550-pounds of dry chemical.
With an acceleration of 0-50 mph, this Striker ARFF can get to the scene in less than 25 seconds.
Technology on this Striker ARFF includes a #TAK4 independent suspension, a 375/750-gpm roof turret, a 300-gpm bumper turret, under-truck nozzles and two exterior quick start buttons.
Operational enhancements include a FLIR camera mounted on the roof turret, and a rear-facing navigation camera.
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