Three new additional appliances will join the firefighting fleet providing increased capability for the upcoming bushfire season.
The ISUZU FTS 4×4 crew cab tankers are modern, fit-for-purpose appliances that complement our existing fleet and provide our firefighters exceptional capability, said Assistant Chief Fire Officer Joshua Fischer.
“The new vehicles have arrived as we approach the Top End Bushfire Season. The vehicles will be allocated to Howard Springs Volunteer Fire Brigade, Koolpinyah Volunteer Fire Brigade and Katherine Fire Station.”
The three new tankers originated in New Zealand, before being shipped to Adelaide. Members from the NTFRS Capability Development Command travelled to South Australia in October for final checks and handover, with the appliances making their way to Darwin before Christmas for final fitout and testing.
“These vehicles are the first of their kind for our firefighters, and they provide a variety of enhanced capabilities, necessitating induction and training in the use of the rear pump panel and crew deck pump. The trucks hold 3000 litres of water with two electric hose reels mounted to the rear of the appliance and a number of improved crew safety systems,” said Mr Fischer.
“This is part of the Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Services programme to modernise its fleet with state of the art appliances, designed for the current and future needs and incorporating the latest technology.”
