New pumper/tanker in Spring Grove
Engine 1844 is a 2010 HME 1871 Spectr/Toyne 1500/3000 pumper tanker. The hydraulic rack seen on this side stores the portable tank. Larry Shapiro photo
The Spring Grove Fire Protection District in McHenry County recently received an early delivery of their new pumper/tanker from Toyne, based in Breda, Iowa. Engine 1844 features an HME 1871 Spectr cab and tandem axle chassis with a large extension and raised roof to accommodate the enclosed, top-mount pump panel. This unit is set to replace an older 1985 Ford C-Series Pierce 1250/1000 engine and a 1980 GMC 7000/US Tanker 2,200-gallon tanker.
The top-mounted pump panel is enclosed within the super command cab, similar to Spring Grove's 1999 HME/US Tanker pumper. Larry Shapiro photo
This pumper/tanker is equipped with a 1,500 GPM pump and comes with a 3,000-gallon water tank and a 40-gallon foam tank, according to the manufacturer. Both sides of the long body feature high-side compartments, allowing for easy access to ladders on the officer’s side and the portable tank on the driver’s side via overhead hydraulic storage racks.
The officer's side of the rig also features high-side compartments and hydraulic ladder rack storage for the ground ladders. Larry Shapiro photo
Engine 1844 includes extendable chutes on both sides to discharge water into a portable tank. Unlike many tankers, the chutes are positioned just behind the pump module rather than at the rear of the vehicle. This design allows for more efficient water transfer during operations.
The extendable discharge chute to dump the water into a portable tank is located just behind the pump module. There is a similar chute on the opposite side of the unit. Larry Shapiro photo
The rear of Engine 1844 shows the NFPA-compliant chevron striping. Larry Shapiro photo
This new apparatus represents a significant upgrade for the Spring Grove Fire Department, offering improved performance, modern technology, and enhanced safety features. With its unique layout and advanced equipment, Engine 1844 is well-suited for a wide range of emergency response scenarios, from structure fires to wildland incidents.
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