June 24, 2025

New engine for Newport Township FPD

From the Custom Cab and Body LLC Facebook page:

Newport Township Fire Protection District, Wadsworth, IL

This new pumper is one of two identical units built on a Spartan Metro Star MFD flat roof chassis. It's powered by a powerful Cummins L9 engine producing 450 horsepower, paired with an Allison 3000EVS transmission for smooth performance. The cab features an EMS cabinet in the rear and a Groenveld automatic greasing system for maintenance convenience. The heart of the unit is a Hale QMAX 1500-GPM pump, equipped with a FoamPro 2001 dual tank foam injection system, making it ready for both water and foam operations.

The apparatus has a variety of discharge options, including three crosslays, a front bumper discharge, three 2½-inch outlets, one 3-inch LDH with a 5-inch Storz adapter, a deck gun with an Akron Apollo monitor, and a Hannay booster hose reel. A 6-inch rear suction inlet ensures efficient water intake. The pump is controlled from a side-mounted panel featuring a Vernier throttle and a Hale Total Pressure Master (TPM) relief valve system for precise control.

The body is made entirely of extruded aluminum, with hinged doors and a single Gortite roll-up door at the back. Black Line-X coating on steps, catwalks, and panels adds durability and a clean look. Inside, there are adjustable shelves, slide-out trays, and PAC-TRAC tool boards for organized storage. Ladders are stored on a Ziamatic dual arm rack along with two lengths of hard suction hose. The hose bed is covered with a hinged aluminum diamond plate cover and includes vinyl flap enclosures for added protection.

A Smartpower HR-15 15kW hydraulic generator provides 120/240VAC power to the entire apparatus, including two Hannay electric cable reels with 200 feet of 10/4 cable, a Circle D junction box on each reel, and a Command Light CL602A-W4 LED light tower. The warning lights are all Whelen Super LED, ensuring maximum visibility and safety during emergencies.

Spartan Metro Star/Custom Cab and Body fire engine for the Newport Township FPD in Wadsworth, IL

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Spartan Metro Star/Custom Cab and Body fire engine for the Newport Township FPD in Wadsworth, IL

Custom Cab and Body LLC photo

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