
HME Ahrens-Fox Fire Trucks
Rich in history and experience in fire truck technologies, evolving from preeminence in chassis design and engineering, today HME Ahrens-Fox stands as the leader in fire truck innovation. HME Ahrens-Fox is dedicated to enhanced performance and value, while providing new ideas and solutions for fire truck suppression and rescue. Products include aerials, pumpers, rescues, tankers and wildlands trucks. Read more about each type below.


HME Aerials
HME Ahrens-Fox Aerials lead the industry with advanced innovation and technologies. From HME’s durable ladder construction to proprietary touch-screen pump controls and integrated safety systems, HME Aerial Products offer new heights in functionality and performance.
View HME Aerials2020 HME Fire Trucks HAF104P
The 104' Platform integrates the latest control and safety systems and technology for precision performance and functionality.
Smart, tough, platform performance
Another product of total vertical integration of on-site engineering and manufacturing processes, HME Ahrens-Fox introduces the HAF104P, a 104' Platform, to its comprehensive line of Aerial Products. The HAF104P provides additional rescue functionality and platform security while sharing all the advanced features, technologies and advantages of today’s Aerial Products line.
INNOVATIVE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
The HAF104P combines smart platform design, a stainless steel turntable with a steel, four-section ladder. The ladder features our proprietary, patent-pending, LED rung-alignment technology, for secure and safe deployment, even in compromised light conditions. An integrated obstacle avoidance system also to prevents collisions with unseen obstacles or buildings to enhance safety and enhance operational performance. The rear-mount smart platform design also features joystick technology for precision control required security, in critical aerial rescue operations.
Features may include:
- HME Ahrens-Fox Spectr® custom aerial chassis
- 100" wide tilt-cab with notched 12" raised roof
- 104', four section, rear mount HME Ahrens-Fox Steel Ladder with smart platform
- Proprietary obstacle avoidance system technology
- Patent-pending LED rung-alignment technology
- Precision joystick controls
- 1750-GPM HME Ahrens-Fox Hydra Technology™
- Hot-Dipped galvanized double frame rails and outriggers
- 6x4 tandem rear axle
- Corrosion resisting stainless steel aerial style body with modular aircraft quality construction
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2020 HME Fire Trucks HAF111L
The 111' Ladder brings premium aerial performance and functionality within reach.
VERTICALLY INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE AND FUNCTIONALITY
Total Vertical Integration of on-site engineering and manufacturing processes has allowed HME Ahrens-Fox to reach new heights in aerial design, performance and functionality. From exclusive cab, body, chassis and ladder engineering and construction, HME Ahrens-Fox has the capability to integrate the latest aerial technologies and innovations and create to create a comprehensive line of advanced, aerial products to meet any fire department need or demand.
111' FOUR-SECTION STEEL LADDER WITH ADVANCED SAFETY AND CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES
Stronger, tougher, smarter. The HAF111L’s exclusive HME Ahrens-Fox four-section, steel ladder features integrated technologies and systems to enhance functionality and safety.
Patent-pending, LED rung-alignment technology. Integrated LED rung indicators offer safe, positive deployment. Glow-grips on ladder rungs also enhance firefighter safety and security in compromised light conditions.
Obstacle avoidance system technology. Integrated sensors detect obstacles and structures that could damage or compromise ladder integrity and safe operation.
Joystick technology provides sensitive, precision ladder control and operation.
Features may include:
- HME Ahrens-Fox Spectr® custom aerial chassis
- 100" wide tilt-cab with notched 12" raised roof
- 111' four-section, HME Ahrens-Fox steel ladder
- Proprietary obstacle avoidance system technology
- Patent-pending LED rung-alignment technology
- Precision joystick controls
- HME Ahrens-Fox Hydra Technology™
- Hot-dipped galvanized double frame rails and outriggers
- 6x4 tandem rear axle
- Corrosion resisting stainless steel aerial style body with modular aircraft quality construction
- 172-cubic-foot transverse compartment storage, shelving, trays, and tool-boards
- 500-HP Cummins engine
- Allison 4000 EVS transmission
- Aerial waterway with 4" piping and Akron Tip Monitor
- NFPA-compliant ladder group
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2020 HME Fire Trucks HAF51T
Compact, agile and capable. The 51' tower offers precision joystick controls, integrated rescue winch and more.
PERFORMANCE AND FUNCTIONALITY TO NEW HEIGHTS
HME Ahrens-Fox Aerial Products introduces a new era of performance in water tower capability and functionality with the release of the HAF51T.
Featuring proprietary, patent-pending construction and design, the HAF51T features a 23' boom with a 3,000-pound recovery winch, steel base, steel telescopic boom construction with an integrated cab tilt and ladder emergency back-up system. Mounted on a compact and agile HME SFO® cab and chassis with an overall length of just 28', and turn radius of 24', the HAF51T 51' Tower is the industry’s new benchmark for a rapid attack and rescue tower performance.
HAF51T: THE BENCHMARK FOR RAPID ATTACK AND RESCUE TOWER PERFORMANCE AND CAPABILITY
The proprietary, patent-pending steel tower construction and design feature a joystick operated 23' boom with a 3,000-pound recovery winch, steel base, steel telescopic boom construction with integrated cab tilt and ladder emergency back-up system.
A compact and agile HME SFO® cab and chassis, with a corrosion resistant stainless steel body, and an overall length of just 28' and turn radius of 24', the HAF51T is the industry’s first true, rapid attack and rescue tower.
HME Hydra Technology™ offers powerful and effective fire suppression power and control, and features new and innovative valve control rod design, for precision performance and durability. A corrosion resistant stainless steel body, with large capacity for equipment and gear, add rescue functionality to this multi-purpose fire apparatus.
Features may include:
- Proprietary aerial/tower design and construction
- 51' telescopic steel tower
- 23' telescopic steel boom with steel pedestal
- Responsive joystick control
- 3,000-pound recovery winch
- HME SFO® custom chassis
- 28' overall length
- Tight turn radius of 24'
- HME Hydra Technology™.
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel body
- Flexible storage solutions
- Meets or exceeds NFPA 1901 standards
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2020 HME Fire Trucks HAF80L
REACHING NEW HEIGHTS IN AERIAL DESIGN, PERFORMANCE AND TECHNOLOGY
HME Ahrens-Fox Aerial Products introduces a new era of performance and functionality with its exclusive and innovative line of ladder and tower apparatus. The first aerial apparatus released in the new line is the all-new HAF80L 80' Ladder.
The HAF80L features a number of proprietary, patent-pending innovations engineered to enhance aerial operation, performance and capability; and is built on a custom HME chassis with a stainless steel body and HME Hydra Technology™.
HME AHRENS-FOX HAF80L: A NEW DIMENSION IN AERIAL REACH, ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION, AND TECHNOLOGY.
The HAF80L steel ladder construction features a stainless steel pedestal control stand with ergonomic guardrails to optimize turntable workspace. The design also incorporates patent-pending LED run alignment indicators for precision alignment, plus responsive joystick ladder controls. Hot-dipped galvanized out-riggers also deliver a long, dependable, maintenance-free service life.
Built on an HME aerial chassis, the HAF80L is agile and highly maneuverable. Its corrosion resistant stainless steel aerial style body with ample storage solutions for equipment and gear provides additional functionality and performance.
Integrated Hydra Technology™ offers powerful and effective fire suppression power. New and innovative valve control rod design offers precision performance and durability. New automatic electronic fluid level monitoring systems also provide additional convenience and apparatus protection.
Features may include:
- Proprietary aerial/tower design and construction
- 80' three-section steel ladder
- Patent-pending LED rung alignment indicators
- Responsive joystick controls
- Hot-dipped galvanized outriggers
- HME 1871-W® aerial chassis
- HME Hydra TechnologyTM
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel aerial style body
- Flexible storage solutions
- Meets or exceeds NFPA 1901 Standards
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HME Pumpers
Through total vertical integration of engineering and manufacturing processes, HME Ahrens-Fox has the capability to deliver pumper configurations and design to meet your exact needs for performance and functionality.
View HME Pumpers2020 HME Fire Trucks AF-WUI
The Ahrens-Fox Wildland Urban Interface (WUI™) effectively combines Type 1 and Type 3 functionality and performance.
THE PERFECT BALANCE OF WILDLAND AND INTERFACE FUNCTIONALITY
The AF-WUI merges the high-clearance capability of the Model 34 Type 3 Wildland with the functionality, exceptional handling, and storage capacity of the Model 18 Type 1 Interface. It’s the perfect balance of capabilities made to lead a revolution in wildland engineering and design.
INTRODUCING THE AF-WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM™
The AF-WUI features an innovative and space-saving, patent-pending Water Distribution System™ optimizes water inlet and outlet configuration, around the truck, eliminating wasted space and creating more storage space for essential equipment and crew members’ gear. Our engineers have also integrated advanced glass screen pump controls, that can be operated, with just a touch of the finger, inside the cab or outside the truck, for greater efficiency and improved operator safety.
A 1500-GPM pump, with a foam and deck gun, provide additional structure protection capability. A diesel-driven pump supports pump-and-roll operations. The system incorporates two front bumper lines, two lines on each side of the truck, dual rear lines, a cross-lay bed, two booster reels and connections for relay pumping. An optional Ahrens-Fox MadDogxl Compressed Air Foam System, available in three ratings ranging up to 200-CFM, is also available. Ground sweep nozzles on the front bumper, allowing the truck to operate in Black or Red Zones.
GROUND CLEARANCE, CLEAN CAB, AND BODY DESIGNED TO CLIMB AND MOVE THROUGH WILDLAND OBSTACLE WITH EASE
Built on an HME Ahrens-Fox custom, high-clearance SFO® 4x4 chassis, the AF-WUI is designed to climb over off-road wildland obstacles that stop other apparatus in their tracks. An extreme tight-turn radius also allows the AF-WUI to negotiate twisting two-tracks and mountain trails with ease. Its 96” wide MFD-XL cab enhances crew comfort for high-mileage operations common in extended wildland operations. Super Single, or dual rear tire configurations, with optional automatic tire inflation systems, provide optimal float over a wide range of terrain and surfaces. A flat roof, free of obstructions, allows access under overhanging obstacles. A tough, corrosion-resistant Type 1 Interface body provides ample storage for specialized Wildland and Interface tools, gear and equipment.
Features may include:
- Merges Type 3 Wildland, Type 1 Interface, and HXR™ design and functionality
- Marmon Herrington 2-speed transfer case to provides low range for off-road control
- Tires: Michelin 444-50R22.5 low profile super singles, dual rear tires available
- Introduces patent-pending Distributed Water System™
- Incorporates Glass Screen Technology™ touch-screen pump controls
- 1500-GPM PTO driven pump
- 150-GPM diesel pump supports pump-and-roll operations
- MadDogxl automatic CAFs System is available in three ratings from 60 up to 200 CFM
- 30-gallon foam tank
- Two booster reels on top
- 45-cubic feet of hosebed storage
- Bumper mounted ground sweep nozzles
- SFOMFDxl 96-inch wide Cab enhances crew comfort
- Flat roof line clear of obstructions
- Hard top compartment covers
- 149-cubic feet of rescue equipment and tool storage
- Dual 7-cubic feet out-of-county storage compartments
- Incorporates extreme off-road lighting packages
- Whelen V-Series™, combination 180° warning and perimeter Lights
- Cab steps, cab, and compartment LED lighting offer selective red or white options
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2020 HME Fire Trucks AF1
The AF1 represents a new brand of premium Ahrens-Fox apparatus and products from HME Ahrens-Fox. The AF1 features AFGST™ touch-screen controls, stainless steel centrifugal pump, and more.
INDUSTRY LEADING TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
The heart of the AF1 beats with advanced technology and innovation. The configurable, full-dashboard-width Glass Screen Cockpit provides control of all apparatus systems and functions with just a finger touch. From its distinctive and stunning cab design to its advanced integrated technologies, down to the small details like ergonomically positioned cupholders and USB ports, the AF1 is sure to become a legend in its own time.
NEXT-GENERATION STYLING AND DESIGN
Unique, heavy-duty grill design and details, advanced Hella stylized headlights and turn-indicator groups, an expansive one-piece windshield, with integrated wipers, and sleek front-face radius immediately identify the AF1 as the leader of a new generation of premium Ahrens-Fox fire apparatus.
FULL CONSOLE GLASS SCREEN COCKPIT WITH TOUCHSCREEN TECHNOLOGY
Configurable digital touch screens, for both driver and officer, provide instant control of all fire apparatus functions and operations, along with a positive confirmation of settings. Touchscreens are ergonomically positioned for easy and efficient access. Dash construction features a carbon fiber brow and bezels around touchscreens. The resin-infused dash housing offers a black Zolatone finish coordinated with the instrumentation panel.
DURABLE CORROSION RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION
The AF1 delivers long service life and easy maintenance with hot-dipped galvanized frame rails and a choice of corrosion stainless steel bodies featuring modular aircraft quality construction.
Features may include:
- Ahrens-Fox next-generation styling
- Heavy duty ABS Grill with headlight surround
- Halogen Hella Stylized Headlights and Turn Indicator Lamps with LED DRL
- Glass Screen Cockpit with Virtual Engineer™
- Interior amenities include USB ports, cupholders
- 1000-2000 GPM Ahrens-Fox Stainless Steel Centrifugal Pump or standard pump options
- Front GAWR 14,600lbs (6,600kg) – 23,000lbs (10,432kg)
- Rear GAWR 22,000lbs (9,979kg) – 65,0000lbs (29,483kg)
- Hot-dipped galvanized frame
- Corrosion resistant stainless-steel body features modular aircraft quality construction
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2020 HME Fire Trucks CAT
The CAT™ (City Attack Truck) sets the industry standard for around-the-urban performance with an agile chassis and LOW-STOW equipment mounting system designed for lightning fast urban operations.
STREETWISE CITY ATTACK TRUCK
The HME Ahrens-Fox CAT™ (City Attack Truck) has been designed specifically to meet the rigorous demands of high volume urban fire and rescue operations.
Low, easy-to-access hosebeds and storage compartments, combined with powerful and dependable HME Hydra Technology™, give this City Attack Truck sharp claws when fast response and efficiency are a must.
Durable and agile HME custom chassis options, along with a corrosion resistant, stainless steel body, featuring aircraft quality modular construction, offer dependable and economical service and value for years to come.
DESIGNED WITH THE RIGHT MIX OF PERFORMANCE, DURABILITY AND VALUE
The life of a dedicated City Attack Truck demands versatility, in fire and operations - plus extreme durability. That’s why the CAT™ was created – to deliver non-stop performance, around the clock, for departments with high call activity levels.
From its tight-turning custom or commercial HME chassis to its rugged stainless steel body, packed with fire and rescue options and features, the CAT™ is quick and dependable, call-after-call, with the fire suppression power and equipment you demand in your City Attack Truck.
Features may include:
- Custom or commercial chassis options
- Rugged and corrosion resistant stainless steel body
- HME Hydra Technology™ with up to 2,250-GPM performance
- 700-to-900 gallon water tank options
- Low-Stow™ equipment mounting for backboards, pike poles, ladders, and hoses
- Choice of roll-up or slam doors
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2020 HME Fire Trucks CommFox
An affordable commercial pumper offering many of the same qualities and functionality of the proven and dependable SilverFox™.
ALL THE PERFORMANCE OF A QUALITY CUSTOM PUMPER IN ONE ECONOMICAL COMMERCIAL PUMPER DESIGN
Built on a proven commercial chassis, with a powerful 330-hp engine, the CommFox incorporates all the features and technology that have made the SilverFox® America’s favorite custom pumper.
The CommFox is built with quality and functionality – from a corrosion resistant stainless steel body with a wide range of flexible storage solution - to HME Hydra Technology™ 1250-GPM performance.
Improved fire apparatus functionality and value was never so affordable, with the new CommFox.
THE HME AHRENS-FOX COMMFOX REPRESENTS TODAY’S BEST VALUE IN COMMERCIAL PUMPER PERFORMANCE AND ECONOMY
Built with the same quality attributes of the renowned SilverFox®, the CommFox makes custom pumper performance and functionality available at a very affordable commercial pumper price.
A corrosion resistant stainless steel body, features aircraft quality construction. Custom storage solutions, with an array of trays, shelving and optional tool boards, provide ample storage and compartments for gear and equipment. HME Hydra Technology™ delivers dependable and reliable fire suppression performance and functionality for years to come.
Details, like roll-up doors, Alcoa® wheels, smart crosslays, hosebeds, and discharge layout, plus an LED lighting and Federal PA-300 siren package, as well as a complement of ladders, make the affordable CommFox one of the best values available today.
Features may include:
- Durable and rugged commercial chassis.
- High rescue-style corrosion resistant body.
- HME Hydra Technology™ 1250-GPM rating.
- 1000-gallon tank.
- Enclosed low mount storage for ladders.
- 24-foot extension, 14-foot roof and 10-foot folding ladders included.
- Roll-up satin finish doors.
- Alcoa® aluminum wheels.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks MiniEvo (Ford F-550)
The evolution of mini-pumper engineering and functionality is here. The MiniEvo™ features an industry leading 1500-GPM side mount pump, expanded stainless steel body, on a rugged Ford F-550 4x4 chassis.
AN EVOLUTION IN MINI-PUMPER DESIGN, ENGINEERING AND PERFORMANCE
The MiniEvo™ (Ford F-550) features a 4x4 chassis with a GVWR of 19,500 lbs and a 330-HP engine producing 660 lbs ft-lbs of torque. The pump delivers certified 1500-GPM performance. The MiniEvo™ (Ford F-550) also incorporates an expanded MiniEvo™ stainless steel body with 139-cubic feet of compartment space for rescue equipment and gear, along with 40-cubic feet of hosebed storage to maximize truck capability and capacity.
POWER AND CAPACITY THAT OUT-PERFORMS THE REST
HME Ahrens-Fox set the standard for mini-pumper performance with the development of the HME Mini-Evo™ offering proven pump performance, expanded storage capacity, along with optional MadDogxl Compressed Air Foam Systems.
The MiniEvo™ (Ford F-550) is available with SCBA seating to enhance its operational effectiveness.
Extended cab and four-door crew cab configurations available.
Automatic step rails, custom consoles and more.
Automatic step rails, custom consoles and more.
The MiniEvo™ (Ford F-550) pump is certified at 1500-GPM with sufficient reserve power for extended relay operations.
300, 400 & 500-gallon water tank, with through-storage
Advanced MadDogxl CAF systems for wildland, structure and vehicle fires.
Features may include:
- MiniEvo™ (Ford F-550) 4x4 chassis with 19,500 lbs GVWR suspension
- 330-HP engine generates 660-ft-lbs of torque
- Hydra Technology™ with certified 1500-GPM rating
- 300, 400 & 500 gallon water tank options
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel rescue style body – 57-inch height
- 139-cubic feet of compartment storage for equipment and gear
- 40-cubic feet of hosebed storage
- Available in extended cab or four-door crew cab configurations
- Optional SCBA seating
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2020 HME Fire Trucks MiniEvo (RAM 5500)
The same industry leading functionality and pump performance of the original MiniEvo™ on a RAM 5500 Heavy Duty 4x4 chassis powered by a Cummins 6.7L I-6 OHV diesel turbo engine.
A NEW CHOICE IN MINIEVO™ PERFORMANCE AND FUNCTIONALITY
The HME MiniEvo™ is now available with a Dodge Ram 5500 Heavy Duty 4x4 chassis featuring a GVWR of 19,500 lbs and a Cummins 6.7L I-6 OHV diesel turbo engine. The pump delivers certified 1500-GPM performance and incorporates an expanded MiniEvo™ stainless steel body with 139-cubic feet of compartment space for rescue equipment and gear, along with 40-cubic feet of hosebed storage.
POWER AND CAPACITY THAT OUT-PERFORMS THE REST
HME Ahrens-Fox set the standard for mini-pumper performance with the development of the HME Mini-Evo™ offer outstanding, certified 1500-GPM pump performance, expanded storage capacity, along with its optional MadDogxl Compressed Air Foam Systems.
The MiniEvo™ (RAM 5500) is available with SCBA seating to enhance its operational effectiveness.
Two-door and four-door crew cab configurations available.
Automatic step rails, custom consoles and more.
The MiniEvo™ (RAM 5500) pump is certified at 1500-GPM with sufficient reserve power for extended relay operations.
500-gallon water tank, with through-storage
Advanced MadDogxl CAF systems for wildland, structure and vehicle fires.
Features may include:
- Body height expanded to 57-inches
- 139-cubic feet of storage space
- 40-cubic feet of hosebed storage
- Optional SCBA seating available
- Corrosion resistant stainless-steel body features aircraft quality, modular construction for easy maintenance and repairs
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2020 HME Fire Trucks Model 18 Type 1 Interface
The Model 18 introduced the agile and rugged HME SFO™ chassis to interface operations. Provides specialized fire suppression and storage solutions.
ENGINEERED FOR THE ROUGH AND RUGGED WORLD OF URBAN INTERFACE AND WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING
The Model 18 Type 1 Interface Interface sets the benchmark for American urban interface design. Its tight-turning and durable HME 1871 SFO® Chassis was specifically developed and engineered to reach remote and rugged off-highway locations – and access terrain that will stop ordinary pumpers in their tracks.
Born through decades of partnership with CAL Fire and California’s OES (Governor’s Office of Emergency Services) the Model 18 Type 1 Interface met the challenges of this unique and rugged brand of firefighting with a balance of specialized features and technology.
SETTING THE STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY IN INTERFACE FIRE APPARATUS DESIGN
Working with CAL Fire and California’s OES, today’s Model 18 Type 1 Interface was developed to answer a unique set of firefighting challenges and needs.
The HME 1871 SFO® chassis, for example, was specifically created for interface and wildland applications, and immediately set an industry benchmark for turning agility, apparatus stability and durability.
The modular and corrosion resistant stainless steel body was also designed with storage solutions for interface operations in mind. HME Hydra Technology™ provided the final element in creating a balanced and dependable fire apparatus that was made for the rugged and rough world of interface and wildland firefighting.
Features may include:
- HME 1871 SFO® custom 4-door chassis
- HME Hydra Technology™ with 1,250-GPM rating
- 850-gallon water tank with through storage
- Rugged and corrosion resistant interface stainless steel body
- Adjustable trays and shelving storage solutions
- Scene lighting with 2500-watt generator
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2020 HME Fire Trucks RAT
The RAT™ (Rapid Attack Truck) delivers extreme maneuverability in close quarters with its custom HME SFO™ custom chassis. Offers full-size pumper functionality in a compact, agile design.
A NEW BREED OF HIGH PERFORMANCE RAPID ATTACK TRUCK
The RAT™ has been designed smart and built tough to provide the best in rapid attack truck performance and value.
From lightning fast response over city streets, to scurrying though tight alleyways or over twisting two-tracks, the H RAT™ offers the perfect balance of power, agility, and firefighting functionality to fill a critical role in a wide range of initial response strategies and tactics.
With its tight-turning HME SFO® chassis, stainless steel body, and Hydra Technology™ fire suppression, the RAT™ offers performance and value you won’t catch anywhere else.
A COMPACT RAPID ATTACK TRUCK ENGINEERED WITH BIG PERFORMANCE, CAPACITY AND VALUE.
An HME SFO® chassis, and compact overall length, delivers an industry leading 52Ëš turn radius to provide access to tight spots, alleys and two-tracks that can stop other fire trucks short of the objective. A powerful engine and durable drive train are engineered specifically for high volume rapid attack operations.
HME Hydra Technology™ delivers a dependable and efficient 1250-GPM rating, along with a 500-gallon water tank. Ample hosebed and storage compartments have been designed to provide capacity for practically any initial response demand or need.
The durable stainless steel body, with roll-up doors and slam doors in the rear, plus a four-door custom cab with positions for six, offers more capability, more value, and more performance for virtually any rapid attack application.
Features may include:
- HME SFO® chassis with industry leading 52º turning/cramp angle – with tires mounted.
- 96” wide cab with 12” raised roof offers positions for crew of 6.
- Hydra Technology™ 1250-GPM performance.
- 500-gallon water tank.
- 140-cubic feet of compartment storage.
- Approximately 50-cubic feet of hosebed storage.
- Rugged and corrosion resistant stainless steel body.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks SilverFox
The SilverFox delivers an uncompromising performance and custom pumper performance an affordable price.
AMERICA'S BEST VALUE IN CUSTOM PUMPER PERFORMANE, QUALITY AND ECONOMY
The SilverFox® has earned its reputation as America’s favorite custom pumper by delivering an uncompromised combination of performance and outstanding quality – at a very affordable price.
The SilverFox® delivers extreme performance and functionality from the ground up with its custom, HME SFO® chassis, HME Hydra Technology™, HME Stainless Steel body, and HME storage solutions. Discover America’s best value in custom pumper engineering and design today with the HME SilverFox®.
OPTIMIZING CUSTOM PUMPER PERFORMANCE, FUNCTIONALITY, DURABILITY AND VALUE.
The SilverFox® features a tight turning HME SFO® chassis with an industry leading 52Ëš cramp turn angle to access a wide range of suburban, urban and rural fire fighting environments.
The cab’s 12-inch raised roof offers efficient access and egress. The high rescue-style corrosion resistant HME stainless steel body, roll-up doors, and Alcoa® aluminum wheels provide easy maintenance and long life while compartment storage can be customized with additional tool boards, shelving and tray to meet any need.
HME Hydra Technology™ delivers 1,250 GPM rated performance with a 1,000-gallon tank. Pump controls can be configured on the side, or in a top-mount position. Additional deck guns, discharges and foam systems are also available.
Features may include:
- Custom HME SFO®chassis.
- 330-horsepower engine, five-speed transmission, pushbutton selector.
- High rescue style stainless steel corrosion resistant body
- 56-cubic feet of compartment storage space with optional tool-boards, drawers and trays.
- Large rear storage compartment stores NFPA-compliant ladder package, pike poles, and suction hose or stokes basket.
- HME Hydra Technology™ 1,250 GPM rated performance, 1,000-gallon tank.
- Side-mount or top-mount pump controls.
- 65-cubic foot hosebed with adjustable hosebed dividers.
- Two 1¾-inch crosslay hosebeds.
- Two 2½-inch discharges on the left, one 2½- and one three-inch large-diameter hose (LDH) discharge on the right side, and one 2½-inch right-rear discharge plus a three-inch deck gun discharge.
- NFPA compliant ladder package includes 24-foot extension, 14' roof and 10' folding ladders.
- NFPA stainless steel, slip resistant step surfaces.
- NFPA compliant LED emergency lighting package.
- Federal PA-300 siren with recessed speaker and dual, recessed air horns in front bumper.
- Heavy-duty front and rear heaters with 45,000-BTU air-conditioning system.
- Polished Aluminum wheels.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks SilverFox® Urban Edition
Based on the proven SilverFox design but adapted to urban application with a larger cab, more powerful engine and lower rear hose bed for fast deployment.
MORE ROOM. MORE POWER. MORE PERFORMANCE.
HME has taken the proven performance, value and versatility of the HME SilverFox® and engineered a dedicated urban fire and rescue apparatus that was made command urban fire and rescue operations. With the addition of a larger 100-inch wide cab, with secure medical cabinet options, a more powerful 400-hp engine, the same tight-turning radius and agility of the original HME SilverFox®, with the addition of a 12-inch lower hosebed for faster response and deployment, the HME SilverFox® delivers the streetwise capability that urban fire departments have been demanding.
BUILT TOUGH TO ENDURE THE RIGORS OF NON-STOP CITY OPERATIONS
Urban environments provide a testing ground for fire apparatus durability. Built on a tough and proven HME 1871W® Custom Chassis, the HME SilverFox® Urban Edition was made for unrelenting and unforgiving city operations. Along with its corrosion resistant stainless steel body, featuring the aircraft quality, modular construction, the HME SilverFox® Urban Edition offers years of easy maintenance, as well as economical and fast repairs.
Features may include:
- HME 1871W® Custom Chassis
- 52º Cramp turn angle
- 100-inch wide cab
- 12-inch raised roof
- Secure medical cabinet options
- Crew positions and SCBA seating can be configured to meet individual specifications
- 400-hp engine
- HME Hydra Technology™
- 1250-GPM-side mount pump
- 500-gallon Poly water tank
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel body featuring aircraft quality construction
- Roll-up doors
- Pull-through trays, shelves, and response storage solutions
- 12-Lower Hosebed for easier access
- Alco alloy wheels
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HME Rescues
HME Ahrens-Fox rescues are available in a wide range of models and configurations, with capacities and specialized equipment, to meet a wide range of rescue demands and tactical needs.
View HME Rescues2020 HME Fire Trucks HazMat
Large-scale rescue and hazardous material handling vehicles provide integrated command and control systems to support complex rescue operations and strategies.
READY TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF COMPLEX HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENTS
Large scale rescue and hazmat strategies demand intricate storage systems along with the integration of advanced command and communication technologies. HME Ahrens-Fox has worked with State Emergency Service Organizations and Metropolitan Fire Departments to create rescue and hazardous material response vehicles with the capabilities and functionality to meet the most demanding rescue and hazmat strategies.
TACTICAL FUNCTIONALITY, CAPABILITY, AND CAPACITY
Designed for the mitigation of hazardous material, railway and chemical spills, HME Ahrens-Fox Hazardous Material Handling Vehicles offer fast, comprehensive response in critical HAZMAT incidents.
Custom storage solutions to accommodate complex needs for specialized rescue and hazardous material handling equipment and gear
Hazardous Material Handling Team Vehicles accommodate complex command and communication technology. The 24" raised roof and expansive cab offer plenty of room for crew and equipment
Extreme scene lighting systems and telescoping light towers provide illumination for large incident sites
Corrosion resistant stainless steel body, and aircraft quality, modular construction, offer easy maintenance and economical repair
Stainless steel body features modular, aircraft construction for easy maintenance and repair. Coffin compartments offer additional storage while roll-up doors offer immediate access to essential hazardous material handling equipment
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- CAL OES – Type 2, Rescue HazMat Emergency Response Vehicle
- Compliant with California Office of Emergency Services (OES) specifications
- In accordance with NFPA 1902 guidelines
- 24" raised roof
- Roll-up doors
- Additional coffin compartment storage for hazardous material handling equipment and gear
- Custom storage shelving and drawers
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel body
- Telescoping scene lighting tower
- Command and control center
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2020 HME Fire Trucks Heavy Rescue Squad
Heavy Rescue and Rescue designs feature customizable stainless steel rescue-style bodies, with custom or commercial chassis, for a variety of specialized emergencies and operations.
DESIGNED SMART AND BUILT SMART TO MEET SOPHISTICATED RESCUE DEMANDS
HME Ahrens-Fox has decades of experience in building and designing custom and commercial rescue apparatus to meet a wide range of rescue demands and needs.
From Homeland Defense to medical emergencies, swift water rescues, scuba operations, auto accidents, building, construction and confined space rescues, rope rescues, command and control operations, and more, HME Ahrens-Fox can create exactly the rescue apparatus required to satisfy individual department’s tactics and strategies.
RESCUE-HAZMAT, HEAVY RESCUE AND PUMPER RESCUES TO MEET THE DEMAND FOR INCREASINGLY SOPHISTICATED RESCUE APPARATUS.
HME Ahrens-Fox Rescues come in all shapes, sizes, and capacities to meet a wide range of dedicated rescue operations and applications. From Heavy Rescues to the mini-rescue PackRat, a rescue solution to meet regional needs and requirements can be engineered to your specific needs.
Stainless steel bodies and customized rescue equipment storage solutions offer extreme durability, functionality and performance. HME Ahrens-Fox designs rescue apparatus to meet dedicated rescue applications for every type of environment or emergency.
Features may include:
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel body.
- Optimized storage solutions for more gear and equipment.
- Pull-through shelving for highway rescue operations.
- Innovative storage solutions for specialized equipment.
- Optional lighting and command and control packages.
- Custom built to meet dedicated service for confined space, collapse, high-rise, hazardous material mitigation, homeland defense operations and more.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks PackRat
The PackRat™ offers an economical solution for high-volume rescue and emergency call environments. A rugged 4x4 commercial chassis and stainless steel rescue-style body provides years of dependable service.
A MINI-RESCUE ENGINEERED FOR MAXIMUM RESCUE CAPABILITY, PERFORMANCE AND ECONOMY
The PackRat is a rare breed of dedicated mini-rescue designed specifically to play an important role in relieving pressure on departments with high-volume rescue and emergency demands – demands that often divert larger and more costly to operate rescue and fire apparatus.
A rugged 4x4 commercial chassis, powerful engine and durable drive train, along with a four-door configuration, allow the PackRat to respond quickly and effectively to a wide range of rescue calls.
With a large stainless steel body, and maximized storage capacity of 416-cubic feet, plus flexible solutions for carrying rescue gear and equipment, the HME PackRat provides full rescue capability in one economical and compact truck.
A DEDICATED COMPACT RESCUE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A BETTER BALANCE OF PERFORMANCE, CAPABILITY AND ECONOMY.
More economical to operate than full-size, rescues, heavy-rescues or pumper-rescue fire apparatus, the PackRat offers all the responsiveness and performance departments need to meet the demands of a wide range of daily rescue and emergency calls.
The PackRat is loaded with dedicated storage solutions for rescue equipment, gear and supplies. Trays, shelving and tool boards provide custom configuration of the storage solutions to meet individual department needs.
The rugged and durable 4x4 chassis and powerful engine, allow the PackRat to respond quickly to calls in any type of environment or terrain.
Features may include:
- Commercial Ford 550 4x4 Super Duty chassis.
- Positions for a crew of 4.
- Expanded corrosion resistant stainless steel body.
- 416-cubic feet of storage capacity.
- Pull-through shelving for highway rescue operations.
- Innovative storage solutions.
- Roll-up and slam doors.
- Optional lighting packages.
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HME Tankers
HME Ahrens-Fox offers custom and commercial Tankers and Tenders solutions offer tank capacities, pumps ratings and special equipment. Every HME tanker incorporates advanced suspension control systems to reduce the possibility of rollover incidents.
View HME Tankers2020 HME Fire Trucks Super Tanker
Custom and Commercial Super Tankers, with capacities of up to 3,000 gallons, equipped with portable tanks, special options and gear to provide support for every need.
ADVANCED SUSPENSION CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR IMPROVED SUPER TANKER HANDLING AND STABILITY
Whether it’s a commercial or custom Super Tanker, with capacities of up to 3,000 gallons, you can be assured that each and every HME Tanker will be carrying the most advanced stability and suspension control systems available today to protect crew and truck from the possibility of rollover incidents common in high center-of-gravity vehicles.
In addition to advanced suspension control systems, HME Super Tankers also offer a wide range of tanker specific options and features – and every HME Tanker is built with a durable, corrosion resistant HME Stainless Steel body for years of dependable service and value.
ADVANCED STABILITY CONTROL TECHNOLOGY PLUS STAINLESS STEEL DURABILITY FOR THE TOUGHEST, SAFEST AND BEST VALUE IN SUPER TANKERS TODAY.
There’s more to HME Super Tankers than just maximum water hauling capability. HME engineers have partnered with world leaders in suspension control systems to provide a viable solution to creating improved stability for high center-of-gravity vehicles like today’s Super Tankers.
In addition to maximizing tanker stability, safety and capacities, HME also provides enhanced durability and long-term serviceability with stainless steel bodies to resist corrosion and rust for years to come. The aircraft quality and modular construction of HME Super Tanker bodies also offer easy, fast and economical repair when required.
HME engineers and builds Super Tankers, Big Boy Tankers and Tenders in custom and commercial designs to meet any department need, demand or budget.
Features may include:
- HME custom and commercial chassis and horsepower options.
- GWVR to meet exact needs for equipment, crews and water capacity.
- Advanced suspension control system for improved stability, safety and handling.
- Up to 3,000-gallon tank capacities.
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel bodies.
- Aircraft quality, modular body construction.
- Custom and commercial cab configurations.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks WOLF
A 2,000-gallon commercial tanker with a corrosion resistant stainless steel body and PTO pump provides versatility and value.
2,000 GALLON COMMERICAL TANKER
The WOLF offers high-performance functionality and water carrying capacity in a rugged and economical commercial tanker design, made for rural operations. A 2,000-gallon tank, PTO pumps capable of delivering 500-GPM to 750-GPM performance, storage systems and racks for portable water tank systems, plus compartments for rescue equipment and tools, the WOLF offers both tanker support capability along with rural attack truck functionality.
CUSTOM QUALITY FEATURES IN AN AFFORDABLE COMMERICAL TANKER
The WOLF incorporates the same integrated suspension control system technology found on all HME Ahrens-Fox Tankers. The stability control system reduces the risk of roll-over common in high-center-of-gravity apparatus.
The corrosion resistant, stainless steel body features modular, aircraft quality construction. While the stainless steel construction offers easy maintenance, and years of flawless service, the modular construction provides easy and economical repairs, with limited downtime.
Features may include:
- Proven commercial tanker chassis and drive train.
- HME custom chassis options available.
- PTO pump delivers 500-GPM to 750-GPM performance.
- Advanced HME integrated suspension control system provides stability and improved handling.
- Corrosion resistant HME stainless steel body deliver years of easy maintenance and extended service life.
- 2,000-gallon water tank.
- Functionality to operate as a dedicated rural attack truck.
- Storage Racks for Portable Water Tanks.




HME Wildlands
HME Ahrens-Fox offers a quality selection of performance driven engines for wildland, wildfire, brush, and urban interface operations.
View HME Wildlands2020 HME Fire Trucks HXR
The Extreme Rat™ is a custom solution for rugged wildland operations. Extreme 4x4 SFO™ chassis, automatic tire inflation system and more provide durable service and performance in challenging terrain.
ONE TOUGH RAPID ATTACK TRUCK THAT’S READY TO TAKE ON ANY TERRAIN
The HXR™ (HME Extreme Rapid Attack Truck) offers tough, and durable 4x4 off-road capability to tackle a wide range of terrain, in some of the country’s most challenging wildland and rural environments. The high-clearance 4x4 SFO® chassis provides the capability to climb over obstacles that stop others apparatus in their tracks. Wide, super-single tires and tire inflation system optimize float over soft surfaces and sand to expand the HXR’s functionality in various conditions.
ENGINEERED FOR EXTREME CONDITIONS AND DEMANDING OPERATIONS
The custom HME Ahrens-Fox SFO® (Short Front Overhang) chassis was engineered specifically for wildland and interface operations. Designed in conjunction with CAL Fire, for Model 18, Type 1 Interface applications, the SFO® chassis offers exceptional stability along with a tight-turn radius made to handle mountain switchbacks with ease.
Department of Forestry tilt table tested
CAL FIRE lane-change and wildland obstacle course tested
Proprietary, modular mounting system isolates the water tank and tank frame from chassis stress and twist optimizing truck stability and control in uneven and extreme terrain operations
Body mounting system keeps the stainless steel body independent of stresses transferred from the chassis and subframe to improve apparatus durability and apparatus life
Corrosion resistant stainless steel body, with aircraft quality construction, offers easy maintenance and economical repairs
Custom storage system accommodates wildland equipment, tools and gear
Wide super-single tires and tire inflation system optimize float over soft ground and sandy terrain
Features may include:
- HME Ahrens-Fox SFO® 4x4 Chassis
- Optional Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS) is also available to offer additional traction control
- Wide, super-single tires
- Vertical exhaust system for off-road operations
- 96" wide cab with 12" raised roof
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel body featuring aircraft quality construction
- 1500-GPM pump
- Extreme scene, directional and warning light systems
- Optional Ahrens-Fox MadDogxl Compressed Air Foam Systems, available in three ratings ranging up to 160-CFM, are also available
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2020 HME Fire Trucks Model 34 Type 3 Wildland
The Model 34 Type 3 Wildland is the proven workhorse of wildland and wildfire operations. A tough, 4x4 commercial chassis and modular stainless steel body deliver years of easy maintenance and economical service in rugged environments.
THE BENCHMARK FOR WILDLAND PERFORMANCE, DURABILITY AND VALUE
The HME 34 4 x 4 Wildland sets the benchmark for the American Wildland Type 3 by delivering the perfect balance of stability, handling, durability and functionality in one tough, smart fire truck.
Engineered to handle rugged terrain and twisting mountain two-tracks with ease the Model 34 Type 3 Wildland is the product of years of collaboration with CAL FIRE. In rough and rugged wildland environments, it’s impossible to beat the tenacity and toughness of today’s Model 34 Type 3 Wildland.
With HME Hydra Technology™, a corrosion resistant stainless steel body, plus a full complement of wildland specific storage solutions, along with a large, four-door cab to carry a full crew, the Model 34 Type 3 Wildland delivers the right stuff, for the toughest kind of firefighting found anywhere on earth.
THE CLEARANCE, CAPABILITY AND CAPACITY TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF RUGGED TUMBLE WILDLAND ENVIRONMENTS.
The short length and high clearance of the commercial chassis allow the HME 34 4 x 4 Type III Wildland to access environments that can break other trucks before they even get started. The Model 34 Type 3 Wildland has been thoroughly tested by HME to provide maximum stability, handling and durability, in a wide range of terrain applications.
The corrosion resistant and durable HME modular stainless steel body provides storage solutions specifically designed for wildland tools, gear and equipment. The aircraft quality body construction and modular design of the body also offer fast and economical repair when required.
HME Hydra Technology™ delivers additional fire suppression support with 500-GPM performance and a 500-gallon tank and optional booster reels.
Features may include:
- Rugged commercial 4 x 4 chassis.
- Tough and corrosion resistant modular stainless steel body.
- HME Hydra Technology™ side mount pump with 500-GPM performance.
- Optional booster hose reels.
- 500-gallon water tank.
- Wildland specific storage solutions for tools and equipment.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks Type 6 MUV
The Type 6 MUV (Multi-Use-Vehicle) expands functionality and value in a small fire and rescue vehicle for urban, rural, brush truck and wildfire attack operations.
MAXIMIZING MINI-PUMPER FUNCTIONALITY AND VALUE
Ordinary Type 6 mini-pumpers are limited in their overall capability – and their ability to adapt to varying environments and cope with a wide range of rescue and fire applications.
With the Type 6 MUV (Multi-Use-Vehicle), HME changes the narrow scope and performance capability of the traditional Type-6. Today’s HME Type 6 MUV expands functionality and value in a small fire and rescue vehicle that’s capable of handling everything from rural, brush truck and wildfire attack operations, to urban and vehicle rescue incidents – and more.
With a tough, commercial 4x4 chassis, along with an HME Stainless Steel body, the HME Type 6 MUV now provides departments everywhere, with a more versatile solution to a wider range of applications.
ONE SMART, TOUGH MULTI-USE VEHICLE MADE TO IMPROVE PERFORMANCE AND VALUE
Built on a tough, commercial 4x4 chassis, in a four-door configuration to carry additional crew, the Type 6 MUV provides greater capability for a wider range of fire and rescue operations. The Type 6 MUV has a payload capacity of 7,250 lbs. for water equipment and crew.
The HME stainless steel body incorporates 118-cubic feet of compartment storage space, plus a 300-gallon water tank and foam system, providing a practical and economical solution for rural, brush truck and wildfire attack operations.
Fire Departments looking for the perfect balance of economy and performance don’t have to settle for limited capability and functionality, anymore. Discover more flexibility value with the multi-use Type 6 MUV.
Features may include:
- Ford 550 4x4 chassis and drive train.
- Rugged and corrosion resistant stainless steel body.
- 118-cubic feet of compartment storage.
- 300-gallon water tank – or optional 500-gallon tank.
- 19,500 GVW F550 chassis.
- Optional booster hose reels and hosebeds.
- Optional winches, suction trays and extending light packages.
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2020 HME Fire Trucks Type 6 Wildland
RUGGED AND READY FOR ANY INITIAL ATTACK OR WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING CHALLENGE
On road or off-road, the HME Type 6 Wildland expands the functionality and value of today’s Type 6 initial attack truck.
Designed to meet tough Federal Agency firefighting standards, the HME Type 6 Wildland is loaded with quality features that include everything from a durable stainless steel body to optimized storage solutions and a tough 4x4 chassis.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING AND DESIGN ADDS VERSATILITY, DURABILITY AND VALUE.
HME used its advanced computer design technology to build the toughest and most durable wildland truck available today. HME engineers applied 3-D modeling technology to create a flex-system to protect the durable stainless steel body from the rigors and stress of rough and uneven wildland terrain.
A tough and corrosion resistant stainless body provides storage solutions for instant access to all the gear and equipment required for wildland attack operations.
A Type 6 pump with a 300-gallon tank capacity, hose reel, and foam system provide maximum fire suppression support for a wide range of initial attack applications.
Features may include:
- Designed to meet and exceed Federal Agency specifications.
- Agile and tough 4x4 chassis engineered provides extended durability for application in rough and rugged wildland terrain.
- Type 6 pump with 50-GPM performance with custom pump and valve options.
- 300-gallon water tank.
- Foam system with 17-gallon foam tank.




2020 HME Fire Trucks WildMax
Offering industry leading pump performance and functionality with specialized equipment and gear for brush and wildland operations.
BUILT TOUGH TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF RUGGED ENVIRONMENTS
The HME WildMax™ has evolved from the proven HME MiniEvo™ platform to offer a dedicated and durable fire truck capable of meeting the challenges of rugged and demanding wildfire and forestry operations. Agile, tough, and loaded with specialized equipment for wildland and brush fire operations, the versatile WildMax™ is ready to serve as a dependable workhorse from mountainous two-tracks to high-volume rural duty.
EQUIPPED FOR WILDLAND, WILDFIRE, BRUSH FIRES, AND STRUCTURAL FIRE SUPPRESION OPERATIONS
The WildMax™ can be equipped with specialized wildland fire suppression systems enhance suppression of grass and brush fires. The booster reel on top provides an essential tool for effective pump-and-roll operations. And integrated bumper turret gun can expand pump and roll efficiency in brush and grass fires and provide the driver the ability to suppress grass and brush fires without exposing firefighters, on the ground, to unnecessary risk. The easy to operate MadDogxl CAFs conserves water and extends the WildMax’s firefighting capability
Features may include:
- 4x4 Ford F-550 or RAM 5500 chassis
- 350-HP, 660-ft lbs. torque
- 6-speed automatic transmission
- 19,500 lbs GVWR
- Stainless steel wildland style-body with roll-up doors
- Brush guard, optional winch, turret gun
- 139-cubic feet compartment storage
- 40-cubic feet hose bed storage
- 1500-GPM side mount pump
- 150-GPM portable diesel pump
- 500-gallon with through storage
- 100-ft ¾” booster reel, front bumper jump line
- AF-MadDogxl CAFs
- Siren, warning lights, scene lighting
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