9-Tower (1988)
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| 9-Tower | |
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| Overview | |
| Year | 1988 |
| Manufacturer | Pierce |
| Type | Aerial |
| Subsequently | Plumsteadville Tower 24 |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | 2006 Pierce Ladder Platform (9-Tower) |
General
- Apparatus Type: Aerial
- Apparatus Sub Type: Ladder Platform
- Manufacturer: Pierce
- Year: 1988
- Serial Number: E3969
- VIN: 1P9CA02J4HA040478
- Color: White over red
- NIMS Resource Typing: Aerial Type I
Chassis/Cab
- Model: Arrow
- Crew Capacity: 6
- Doors: 4
Drivetrain
- Propulsion: Diesel
- Engine Make/Model: Detroit Diesel 8V-92TA
- Engine Specs: 12.1 L, 450 hp, 1425 lb-ft, V8
- Transmission Make/Model: Allison
- Tandem Axle: Yes
Pump & Tank
- Pump Make/Model: Waterous
- Pump Capacity: 1750 GPM
- Pump Location: Midship
- Drive Type: Split-shaft
- Water Capacity: 200 USG
Aerial
- Mounting: Rear
- Vertical Reach: 100'
- Sections: 3
- Prepiped Waterway: Yes
- Outriggers: H-Style front and rear
Body
Equipment
- Generator: 5 kW, diesel
- Misc. Equipment: Hurst tool and cribbing
Dimensions
Construction
- Factory: Appleton, WI
- Dealer: Tyler Fire Equipment
Disposition
- In Service Date: 1988
- Out of Service Date: 2006
- Purchaser: Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company, Plumsteadville (Bucks County), PA
- Misc. History: On May 25, 2020 while displaying a large American flag for Memorial Day, the aerial tipped over onto a roadway, resulting in a total loss of the vehicle.
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2020 accident
