Apparatus - Dallas Fire-Rescue Dept. Gets Fast Attack/Parking Garage Apparatus
The Dallas Fire-Rescue Department recently took delivery of a purpose-built Fast Attack/Parking Garage apparatus by BFX Fire Apparatus in Weatherford, TX. Built on a 4x2 2017 Ford F-550 regular cab chassis, equipped with a Power Stroke diesel engine and automatic transmission, the very low overall height allows the apparatus to enter/exit parking garage structures with a 7-foot clearance. The apparatus was designed to enhance the firefighter’s ability to reach vehicles in areas with limited access and fires utilizing enhancements such as recessed LED lights, in-cab controls for the pump/motor, foam system, and front monitor. The pump package is equipped with a Waterous E511 pump, FRC Foam Pro 2000 series foam system, and a 400-gallon water tank with a 20-gallon foam cell.
Apparatus Type: Mini PumperModel: F -550 Two-doorEngine: Powerstroke FordGenerator: NATransmission: Ford F-550 4x2Tank: 400-gallon, 20-gallon foam cellPump: Waterous E511Aerial: NAManufacturer: BFX Fire ApparatusChasis Manufacturer: Ford Motor CompanyYear: 2017