Fire Buffs promote the general welfare of the fire and rescue service and protect its heritage and history. Famous Fire Buffs through the years include New York Fire Surgeon Harry Archer, Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler, New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and - legend has it - President George Washington.

Sunday, March 31, 2013

FOAM 161 REBORN

 
 

American history on wheels.

On Sept. 28, 2012. the Fort Myer Fire Department's former foam unit arrived at the Patton Museum maintenance shop at Fort Knox, Kentucky, for refurbishment.

The vehicle - designated Foam 161 - was stationed at the Pentagon firehouse on Sept. 11, 2001 and sustained heavy damage in the crash of American Airlines Flight 77.

Its crew of three firefighters escaped serious injury.

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ENGINE 102


Engine 102
 
Arlington County Fire Department 

Manufacturer: Pierce
Delivery Date: April 18, 2012
Job Number: 25189-01-02
Pump: Hale Midship
Pump GPM: 1500
Tank: Foam, Water
Tank Size: 40/750
Safety: Hands-Free SCBA Brackets
Category: Pumpers
Model Type: Pumpers
Chassis: Arrow XT ™
Body: Pumper
Overall Height: 9'8"
Engine: Cummins ISM
Horse Power: 450
Foam System:  Akron 125 GPM 


TRUCK 105


Truck 105

Arlington County Fire Dept.
 
Manufacturer: Pierce
Delivery Date: May 8, 2012
Job Number: 25190-01-02
Pump: Hale Midship
Pump GPM: 1000
Tank: Water
Tank Size: 300
Generator: Onan Hydraulic
Safety: Hands-Free SCBA Brackets, Side Roll Protection system, VLH® Caps
Category: Aerials
Model Type: 100' Heavy Duty Ladder
Chassis: Arrow XT ™
Body: 100' Heavy Duty Ladder
Overall Height: 11'8"
Engine: Cummins ISM
Horse Power: 500