Wildland fire engine

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Type 3 Angeles National Forest Engine ANF 17
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Type 3 Angeles National Forest Engine ANF 17
Type 3 Angeles National Forest Engine ANF 13
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Type 3 Angeles National Forest Engine ANF 13

A wildland fire engine is a unique vehicle that is specifically designed for the wildland environment. These fire engines are equipped with four wheel drive, rugged suspension and high wheel clearance for mountainous dirt road conditions.

Fire engines are placed into category types that are used in the Incident Command System, and as a means of organizing multi-agency resources through the National Interagency Fire Center.

Wildland fire engine types
Type Gallons capacity Gallons per minute (GPM) Crew size minimum
1 400 1000 @ 150 psi 4
2 400 500 @ 150 psi 3
3 500 120 @ 250 psi 3
4 750 70 @ 100 psi 3
5 400 50 @ 100 psi 3
6 150 30 @ 100 psi 3
7 50 50 @ 100 psi 3

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