The 3.4 Urban Tanker plays an important part in the Fire Services of Western Australia. In operation it is known as Gosnells 3.4U.
Its name comes from the fact that it carries approximately 3000 litres of water and is a four wheel drive, hence 3.4.
It is a versatile fire appliance, having the capability of being used at incidents involving wildfires, structural fires, flammable liquid fires and for transferring foam concentrate.
It is capable of negotiating most situations likely to be encountered in both metropolitan and rural areas.
Description
Based on an Isuzu FTS800 Four wheel drive (4 x 4) cab chassis powered by a six-cylinder diesel engine.
Bodywork and ancillary equipment constructed by Frontline Fire & Resuce Appliances.
Vehicle Specifications
| Height | 3.3 metres (to top of lights) |
|---|---|
| Width | 2.9 metres |
| Length | 8.1 metres |
| Weight | 13.9 tonnes (GVM) |
| Engine | 6 Cylinder Diesel |
| Fuel | 200 litres Diesel |
| Transmission | 6 speed manual |
| Steering | Power assisted |
| Electrical | 24-volt negative to earth |
| Pump | Waterous CLVK capable of pumping 1800 litres per minute. Auxiliary Pump – 9HP Vanguard Fire Pump |
| Water Capacity | 3,000 Litres |
| Foam Capacity | 60 Litres of Class `A’ BFFF (Bush Fire Fighting Foam) |
| Hose Reel |
30 metres by 19mm high pressure hose, Viper/TOHL Branch; 50 metres by 25mm high pressure hose, Protec 360 Branch |
| Seating Capacity | Six, normally operated by a minimum crew of three |