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Dallas Fire Department Apparatus
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Couldn't find a thread for Dallas FD apparatus after multiple searches, so I figured I'd start one. If one exists, please merge this thread into that one.



First off is this unique Ward LaFrance that sits at the shops. Don't know the disposition.



   
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Dallas FD

USAR Tactical Communcations Vehicle

International/Wheeled Coach



   
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#3
Dallas FD Wrecker. I hope to shoot some more front-line Dallas apparatus when I have some time (and gas money), as well as other apparatus from around the Metroplex. But this was just a quick trip through and all I've got for now.





   
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Dallas FD USAR Unit



   
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Dallas' first midmount tower in the shop before going into service as Truck 37.
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Couldn't get pic to upload, sorry.
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#7
Nice Shots
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[quote name='Shorty' post='234102' date='Jul 30 2008, 13:26 ']Dallas' first midmount tower in the shop before going into service as Truck 37.[/quote]



Is this a first for Dallas? (first ever Tower Ladder?).



I found a photo of it here....now I have a reason to return to Dallas!



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Thanks for the info, Ronnie!!



So, I assume then Dallas currently operates rear mount tower ladders? (Obviously, I'm not familiar with the department)



I really do hope they restore that Ward, as it's such a unique piece.



I'm planning a trip there to shoot as much diverse apparatus as time allows.



-Seth
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#13
Here are a few from the Code 3 trip. First up is Engine 40.

   
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Next up is 40's brush rig.

   
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Ambulance 40. I was told that this rig is only staffed part time for now...

   
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Unit 801. I think this was a Battalion Chiefs vehicle, but I can't remember.

   
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#17
Last one from the Big "D". US&R 19, partial shot. I'm kicking myself for not getting more pics from Station 19, but they made one heck of a dinner for us and shared some great stories.



   
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[quote name='TacSupport1' post='235112' date='Aug 2 2008, 10:18 ']Thanks for the info, Ronnie!!



So, I assume then Dallas currently operates rear mount tower ladders? (Obviously, I'm not familiar with the department)



I really do hope they restore that Ward, as it's such a unique piece.



I'm planning a trip there to shoot as much diverse apparatus as time allows.



-Seth[/quote]



Dallas only operated one tower ladder. photo is above It was a Truck 18 lime green and then I remember it being repaint white over red and went to Truck 20 where it retired. I believe it has been disposed of it was a 1981 Pierce Arrow LTI no pump. Dallas then did not have a Tower Ladder unit the new Crimison midmount was delivered. Dallas operated a number of Snorkle and Hi Rangers over the years.



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#19
Seth, Ronnie is the man that can give us the best DFD info, but FYI, DFD operates a lot of mid-mount aerials and a few tillered aerials if I'm not mistaken (T3, T20, T39, T57). I don't think they have but a couple rear mount aerials if that. Also, there is another batch (19 or 20) 2008 Ford F350 Wheeled Coach "rescues" on order at this time.



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[quote name='ja78247' post='235147' date='Aug 2 2008, 15:10 ']Seth, Ronnie is the man that can give us the best DFD info, but FYI, DFD operates a lot of mid-mount aerials and a few tillered aerials if I'm not mistaken (T3, T20, T39, T57). I don't think they have but a couple rear mount aerials if that. Also, there is another batch (19 or 20) 2008 Ford F350 Wheeled Coach "rescues" on order at this time.



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John you are correct. Large amount of mid mount LTI's although the rear mount have begun to make more of a presence. The tiller fleet is biger than ever five if I remember right. For many years Truck 3 was the only tiller. The last chief purchased or had plans for five or six and I think if he had not left Dallas more would have been purchased. Thank goodness no Quints all pure Trucks. Stay Safe.
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