Specifications

Loveland Fire/Rescue
Pumper
Production Specification
SVI #769 Page 12 of 125 June 17, 2010
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LOAD DISTRIBUTION
The apparatus manufacturer shall calculate the load distribution for the apparatus, and that load distribution plan shall be
delivered with the fire apparatus.
The manufacturer shall engineer the fire apparatus to comply with the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR), the overall gross
vehicle weight rating (GVWR), and the chassis manufacturer’s load balance guidelines.
The fire apparatus, when loaded to its estimated in service weight, shall have a side-to-side tire load variation of no more
than 7 percent of the total tire load for that axle.
Each tire shall be equipped with a visual indicator or monitoring system that indicates tire pressure.
ROADABILITY
The apparatus, when loaded to its estimated in-service weight, shall be capable of the following performance while on dry,
paved roads that are in good condition:
1) From a standing start, the apparatus shall be able to attain a speed of 35 mph (55 km/hr) within 25 seconds on a level
road.
2) The apparatus shall be able to attain a minimum top speed of 50 mph (80 km/hr) on a level road.
3) The apparatus shall be able to maintain a speed of at least 20 mph (32 km/hr) on any grade up to and including 6
percent.
The maximum top speed of fire apparatus with a GVWR over 26,000 lb (11,800 kg) shall not exceed either 68 mph (105
km/hr) or the manufacturer’s maximum fire service speed rating for the tires installed on the apparatus, whichever is
lower.
If the combined water tank and foam agent tank capacities on the fire apparatus exceed 1250 gal (4732 L), or the GVWR
of the vehicle is over 50,000 lb (22,680 kg), the maximum top speed of the apparatus shall not exceed either 60 mph (85
km/ hr) or the manufacturer’s maximum fire service speed rating for the tires installed on the apparatus, whichever is
lower.
SERVICEABILITY
The fire apparatus shall be designed to allow the manufacturer’s recommended routine maintenance checks of lubricant
and fluid levels to be performed by the operator without lifting the cab of a tilt-cab apparatus or without the need for hand
tools.
Where special tools are required for routine service on any component of the apparatus, such tools shall be provided with
the apparatus.
Apparatus components that interfere with repair or removal of other major components shall be attached with fasteners,
such as cap screws and nuts, so that the components can be removed and installed with ordinary hand tools. These
components shall not be welded or otherwise permanently secured into place.