Unleashing Power & Versatility with a Rescue Pumper

[@chuckman231]

Such a well laid out truck, they utilized the available space to make room for all of the necessary equipment.

[@brucedocsmith2837]

Yes indeed. A ton of thought went into this rig. One of best & several things never seen b4. Love how the compartments typically seen as bottle storage over wheel wells used In different ways. Kudos to film this so other departments can copy these ideas. Sweet rig 4 sure

[@suisseanonyme1033]

"well laid out truck" ??? you should look at our trucks in Switzerland.

[@chriswilson9230]

The apparatus committee did an awesome job designing the truck. As Mike said, great forward thinking.

[@praack4563]

all ready for the county parade!

[@stevejones5824]

For a dual purpose vehicle that KME is not overcrowded with equipment, everything is clearly accessible and well organised.

[@noname-1122]

Here in Germany the "Hilfeleistungslöschfahrzeug" (Rescue and Fire Truck) is at the most Departements Standard. It has Room for 9 Firefighters (mostly staffed with 4 or 6 FF's), has at least a 1600 Liter Watertank, a 2000 Liter per Minute at 10 Bar Pump, has everything for MVA's, some Material for other technical Operations, some Material for Floods or Waterrescue and a bit of Equipment for Hazardstuff. A normal "Löschzug" is first a Commandvehicle, then a "Hilfeleistungslöschfahrzeug", then a Ladder, a second "Hilfeleistungslöschfahrzeug" or a Tanker and an Ambulance. Thats the Standard Unit for most of the Calls, it can be supportedt by heavy Rescue or Hazard Units and so on... Sorry if the English isn't the best, it isn't my mother tongue.

[@subroc12]

KME “keeping mechanics employed” 🙂 very nice looking truck though, great layout

[@robfox2669]

Nice rescue

[@Jacob-mm8xq]

Those KME trucks look great

[@gordonhall9178]

This is the best video I’ve ever seen on this channel. I don’t know if it’s the thoroughness of the touring FF or how well the engine was designed. But it is the best

[@HeroesNextDoor]

Wow, thank you!

[@mooseriddle]

Nice looking rig!

[@henningquast8456]

It’s really interesting to me to see how different countries approach the same task of fire fighting. This Rescue Pumper resembles our German HLF norm. HLF stands for Hilfeleistungslöschfahrzeug (basically rescue pumper in German) and has become the standard fire engine in Germany due to its variability. In comparison to normal pumper trucks it carries a multitude of technical relief equipment. On a side note, those slidable tool holders in your compartments come standard with most fire trucks in Germany nowadays because of the amount of tools stored in the confined space.

[@johne1653]

Mike thanks for such good productions

[@donlyons3196]

SWEET TRUCK AND SETUP!!, THANKS MIKE, STILL WAITING FOR THE EMS SIDE OF THE SHOW!!

[@michaelborrello9944]

Should be next weeks

[@johnlebzelter4208]

The “oil dry container/dispenser” is a neat idea, my only concern would be it doesn’t look like it holds much. Secondly, I think it’s great Hurst rescue tools can now be battery operated, and yes they have extra batteries charged, BUT WHAT IF your into a long extraction and have exhausted all your batteries and a persons life is on the line?…I know it’s extremely rare, but I’m just not a fan of them. Would like a back up. Another great video Mike! Thanks!

[@jcemergencylighting07]

Hurst actually has an adapter for that exact scenario where it’s a dummy battery with an extension cord out the bottom of it and you can run it off the truck’s generator or a portable generator. We have the hurst tools on our rescue truck and have never had an issue with them.

[@keithbliss9635]

@@jcemergencylighting07while you are correct about the adapter, these are the water version of the Hurst line. These do not have an electrical adapter for obvious reasons.

[@ritirons2726]

The absorbent hopper is a nice idea and a good use of space but I agree with it being a bit small. With the number of highway related incidents, injuries, and deaths to emergency responders we don’t play games on the highway with absorbent anymore. When it’s TRULY needed, we drop a bag(s) on the ground, break it open with a shovel and “fling it” where it needs to be and we leave and get our people off the highway. Traffic can run it over to “clean it up”

[@xyz-o6o]

I agree to your concerns about the battery powered tools. I also see the problem of working in quite confined space (crashed cars), then you got more useable space with the hosebound devices. Additional their greatest disadvantage (you are not free in movement) can be at least limited by using long hoses and modern thin hoses and connections. Another disadvantage of the battery operated tools is the inability to work in explosive atmosphere, for the hosebound ones there are also hand-operated pumps on the market.

[@g_men2121]

It’d be awesome to see you guys at my home town’s fire station in Northern Ohio

[@Nate85-605]

Thats awesome. I have never scene a oil dry dispener or scba bottle drop down. As these apparatus get newer, im sure we will see more neat, one of a kind, ideas to better contain items, and make it faster. I didnt see cones or flares though.

[@HeroesNextDoor]

Had a bag of collapsible cones. Watch again 😉

[@stevejones5824]

Last compartment on the engineers side - black bag above the saws 🙂

[@RickRotondoPhotography]

We have a bag of collapsible cones & LED road flares as well.

[@trob0914]

A Beautiful KME(Pennsylvania!) Rescue/pumper, well thought-out and configured! So 500gal H2O tank , what is the gpm rate on that Hale pump? Be Safe Phoenixville!!

[@keithbliss9635]

The pump is a 1500 GPM

[@trob0914]

@@keithbliss9635 Thanks, I figured as much, also probably no need to spec a 2K gpm pump!

[@frankies6770]

Nice truck well put together

[@samuelwatson8043]

Awesome fire truck. Hope there would be an ambulance video soon.

[@jamietan144]

14:53 & 17:25 Spotted your camera man recording. 😂 Your videos were awesome. Wonder what model or other emergency vehicles are next?

[@NeilM01989]

Liked and shared, great video 🧑🏻👍🏻🚒

[@HeroesNextDoor]

You rock!

[@NeilM01989]

@@HeroesNextDoor 🧑🏻👍🏻

[@anthonysaggio6551]

Nice truck

[@ic4miles]

I like your videos and seeing the best of the fire departments that have it on the ball is great, however I think you should use your influence to help out some of the less fortunate fire depts by focusing on how they mange with what they have and share with the world their what their needs are. There are many volunteers with outdated equipment. Even focus on communities that no longer have a fire dept and their needs. Go to somewhere like Kittaning PA or Lincolnton GA. I think you could reallly help the little guy. Just a thought. Have a great Day.

[@cm93431]

This is your standard fire engine in Ireland besides the deck gun and bumper hoses

[@markjeffers1341]

im in england, and as you correctly say our water ladders, pump, rescue pump or whatever term used all the "first away"pumps have rtc kit, stabilisation kit, hand tools, extinguishers, ba sets and cylinders trauma kits and defib, extrication board, lighting, airbags, work at height, gas tight suits, thermal image camera, 2 high pressure hose reels, numerous 75 mm lengths and associated branches, scene lighting. one other massive difference is we have the ladders and coffin boxes that are on tilt down mechanisms so no one needs to climb on the roof, also no ladders on the back to access the roof stop kids and others hitching a ride and falling off. also they carry at least 1800 litres of water with a 250 gpm pump and many now have CAFS combined air foam, add to that a minimum crew of 4 and some cases 4x4 capability, for what we have I would put our pumps against a US pump any day, oh and there faster, smaller and cost less. its interesting to note san diego has just got a rosenbauer electric pump which is the same as used here and they love it. Hey @HeroesNextDoor how about a video comparing the trucks?

[@markjeffers1341]

@JohnnyWishBone well firstly we can get water on a fire in under 2 minutes of arrival pulling a line, our response times are better than yours under 4 minutes, what you refer to as ladders are different than what I am refering too, a first away appliance is called either a water ladder or water tender ladder or rescue pump, and theres always 4 qualified firefighters who are fire, rescue, hazmat, ems trained. our safety of fire fighters superceeds yours as a fact.

[@solarissv777]

@@stephenmerced4407 don't forget: in Europe walls are usually built of non-combustible materials

[@chillies4156]

Nice video

[@EricWhiteTheGamer]

Have you guys done a quint and would you guys be able to do an engine ambulance combo? I do not know of any but if someone else does and can hook them up can you please do that, thanks! The thing mentioned at around 21:00 what is that used for? Real nice, Can I give a channel suggestion, make playlists of all the departments you do, you can put the same video in multiple playlists, it makes it easy to find similar videos later on., I love your channel, wish my local FD would watch you guys.

[@michaelborrello9944]

Have them send us an email and we can schedule it

[@EricWhiteTheGamer]

@@michaelborrello9944 again I do not know of any but if I did I would.

[@robertrussell7388]

I wouldn't mind a set of bumper steps for mine. I have an airport crash tender and the bumper is at 5ft 8 in high

[@jimmyssnowremoval1075]

I’m not a firefighter but it seems like it would be better and cleaner to have the pump panel with a roll up door or have it inside the cab like some trucks that have been featured on this channel.

[@davidsnyder2423]

Give a call to Taylor Fire Rescue . Taylor pa 1 mile south of Scranton pa

[@oscarlebron9088]

I’m looking for the day when every firefighter will be wearing helmets with built in cameras, heat resistant visors, thermal imaging, x-ray and night vision including two way communication all in one helmet

[@rp1645]

Asking anyone (FF) out there. Give me a short history on ( Roto Ray) the guy said thay ate making come back. Im in NW, just interested to hear very short history on that very unique front Emergency Lighting. This Rescue Pumper is outstanding with space saving all over Rig.😊

[@RickRotondoPhotography]

Here's a brief history of the Roto-Ray: Origins: The Roto-Ray was developed in the 1950s by the Roto-Ray Company. Its design was intended to increase the visibility of emergency vehicles, especially from a distance, by creating a distinct and attention-grabbing light pattern. Purpose: The idea behind the Roto-Ray's design is that the human eye is naturally drawn to movement. The rotating motion of the three lights creates an effect that stands out amidst the myriad of stationary lights and distractions on the road, especially in urban settings. Regional Popularity: While the Roto-Ray has been adopted by fire departments across the U.S., it has been particularly popular in specific regions, like the Mid-Atlantic. In some places, its presence on a fire truck has almost become a regional tradition. Evolution: Over the years, the design of the Roto-Ray has seen some changes. While the basic concept of three rotating lights remains, advancements in lighting technology, like LEDs, have made the Roto-Ray even brighter and more efficient. Controversy: Like many things in the fire service, the Roto-Ray has its proponents and detractors. Some firefighters and apparatus designers swear by its effectiveness and believe it's an essential tool for safety. Others think it's more of a decorative piece and that modern LED light bars provide ample visibility. Legacy: Despite any controversies, there's no denying the Roto-Ray has become an iconic part of fire apparatus history in the U.S. Even with the proliferation of advanced LED lighting systems, many departments continue to outfit their rigs with Roto-Rays, blending tradition with modernity. In essence, the Roto-Ray is not just a functional piece of equipment; for many, it represents a piece of fire service heritage and a nod to the traditions of the past.

[@drwheycooler8423]

Roto-ray...that accent...tell me you are from the Mid-Atlantic/Philly area without telling me....😊

[@Roblox_Addicted406]

hey, mike i am sorry i really want a hat but i cant afford it. and lets keep in touch.

[@michaelborrello9944]

Absolutely

[@brandonarigo8614]

LMAO A KME

[@michael61985]

I don't like the motor rays

[@Roblox_Addicted406]

hey mike its me @MontanaKid406.