1980, S-140 thru 149
The basic configuration of all DCFD pumping apparatus had remained unchanged since the advent of 1 ½” hose lines in 1953. In 1980, the Department returned to custom rigs and a radical departure in design. The Hahns continued the design introduced with the nine refurbished Young/ Ward LaFrances. The new pumps had transverse hose beds for 1 1/2", high side compartments and 500-gallon water tanks. New to the Department were the single continuous-waterway style wagon pipes, and the removal of the small line to the back step. The 160” wheelbase pumpers were highly maneuverable.
As with all previous small lines, the reel was hand-cranked.
The 10 Hahn wagons had 1250 gpm single stage Hale QSF pumps. Serials 140 – 149 were assigned to Engine Companies 1, 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 22, 23, 24 and 30. Photo: E4, 1400 block Chapin St NW
Kevin Byrne