Pierce—Smithton (IL) Fire Protection District PUC pumper-tanker. Velocity cab and chassis; Detroit DD13 505-hp engine; Pierce PUC 1,500-gpm pump; UPF Poly 2,500-gallon water tank. Dealer: Mike Yurgec, MacQueen Emergency, Washington, IL.
Fire Apparatus of the Day: Oct. 2, 2023
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