Quint

Photos by Tom W. Shand
Quint 3-8-11 is one of two Spartan ER Smeal 107-foot quints that are operated by the Hauppauge, NY, Fire District (HFD). Outfitted with a 238-inch wheelbase, the rig proved to be maneuverable in the response area, which was confirmed by reviewing turning radius charts at the preconstruction conference.
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur's scrutiny of two quints and a pumper reveals how department officers and members applied their knowledge of their respective response districts to...
Dec. 9, 2025