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A fire engine is a vehicle, usually a specially designed or modified truck, that functions as a firefighting apparatus. The primary purposes of a fire engine include transporting firefighters and wate
A Scania P270 fire engine used by Dublin Fire Brigade in Ireland
A Scania P280 fire engine used by the Humberside Fire and Rescue Service in England
Front of a MAN fire engine with built-in winch, e.g. for towing damaged cars. The shackles serve a similar purpose.
An E-One engine used by the Boston Fire Department
Fire services in the United Kingdom use a variety of fire appliances, which perform a wide range of general and specialised roles and fit into several distinct categories. Contemporary fire appliances
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A pump ladder from the London Fire Brigade pictured in 2021
A steam pump truck in use in 1913, St Helens enabling fire-fighters to reach the burning clock tower. The limber for attaching to a horse team is visible stretching to the right.
An early 20th century horse drawn fire engine on display in the Bristol Industrial Museum. This example used a double acting steam engine to pump water. It was used privately on the Duke of Beaufort's estate until 1939.
A light rescue pump from Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service