New Pumper Line of Fire Trucks Debuts from Spartan Motors
The Spartan Emergency Response business unit of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR), has announced that it is delivering the first of its S-180 Pumpers to Reese Fire Rescue in Reese, Mich. What’s special, according to Spartan, is that the S-180 line offers “custom-built apparatus manufactured in half the time” compared to competitors.
Spartan’s S-180 is appropriately named for the 180 days spanning order date to delivery—a drastic reduction when compared to a typical custom pumper truck build that can take anywhere from 10-14 months to complete.
The first S-180 truck was unveiled in April at the 2016 Fire Department Instructors Conference, in Indianapolis, and is being touted as a game-changer for first responders working with antiquated fleets.
The S-180 is built on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis with a 10” raised roof. It also includes Spartan’s Advanced Protection System® (APS), the industry’s top safety feature, including a restraint system engineered specifically for the firefighter.
“By offering these tailored options, the S-180 line allows Spartan to build precise emergency solutions for our customers in a way that fits their budget and best serves their unique communities,” said Mike Virnig, Director of Sales, Spartan Emergency Response.
Like so many departments across the nation, Reese Fire Rescue’s (Mich.) aging fleet required extra downtime for service and maintenance. When considering replacements, Spartan’s S-180 quickly rose to the top of the list.
“Our evaluations always center around the safety and capability of our fleet, but we had pressing needs that required a speed of delivery that only Spartan could offer,” said Chief Gene Ellison, at Reese Fire Rescue. “It was clear from the beginning that no corners are cut in the process, so the S-180 truck really stood alone as the obvious choice for our needs.”
Reese’s S-180 features maximum compartment space, a low hose bed and greater pump capabilities. Additionally, it features Spartan’s proprietary APS safety system.
Category: General Update, Vehicles
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