An Oshkosh Striker 6×6 ARFF is headed to Yellowknife (Canada) International Airport.
With an acceleration of 0-50 mph, the apparatus can get to an emergency in under 35 seconds, the company says on Facebook.
Powered by a Deutz 2015 V8 697 HP Tier 4 final engine, the vehicle holds 3,000 gallons of water, 420 gallons of foam, and 550 pounds of dry chemical.
To learn more about the apparatus, click here.
The department's latest ARFF vehicle was officially welcomed to the fleet on January 14 during a “push in” ceremony.
The Rosenbauer Panther 6×6 ARFF truck cost approximately $750,000 and replaced the department's current ARFF truck.
Waukegan officials held the dedication ceremony for a new ARFF truck.
Oshkosh Airport Products announced that it has secured its first order for the new Striker ARFF vehicle.
The Salt Lake City Fire Department has put a new ARFF in service at the city's airport.
Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC announced that the company has completed delivery of eight Striker® ARFF vehicles to fire departments at the Hawaii airports of Lihue, Hilo International, Ellison Oizuka Kona International, Kahului, and Daniel K. Inouye International.
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