Pierce Introduces A Kneeling Fire Engine

[TacSupport1]

I'm not sure I like this idea. For transit buses, and select ambulances, it makes sense. But for a fire engine? I can't  see it really making a difference, and it must be expensive to purchase and maintain.

 

 

 

 

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[ninjamedic2293]

I think it's a great idea, help get those hose beds lower.  And there really isn't much more maintenance as evidenced by the common usage on busses, ambulances, etc.  Simple and reliable system.

[jquest6368]

Depending on the kneeling system, they can be problematic.  I personally have seen lots of problems with air bag systems...the "Liquid Spring" system seems to be a lot more reliable, at least here in a major urban EMS system here in the Northeast.  As far as fire apparatus go, I would think that a full booster tank, hose load, tool load, especially if a rescue pumper, would be a lot of weight.  Technology is great, but sometimes it would seem too much is no good at all.  Guess we'll see.

[CAPTFBFD]

The more stuff you add to an Engine, the more that breaks.