Hino 816 Light PumperOur brigade currently operates a 2010 Hino 816 Light Pumper. This appliance is the first responded to structural fires and incidents in the Portarlington urban area. It's pump has a larger capacity than the tanker's and is capable of pumping 2500 litres a minute at 1000kpa. The Pumper only carries 1200 litres of water so finding and connecting to a hydrant quickly is very important to the success of the fire fight.
Pumper EquipmentThe pumper contains equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Positive Pressure Fan, 2KV generator, scene lighting, Fuse pulling equipment, Forcible entry equipment, Various branches and adapters, B class foam, Salvage equipment, 2 ladders, 64mm and 38mm hoses, and some general fire fighting equipment. Past Pumpers Ford Trader Type 2 Pumper (Operated 1990-2011)  Toyota Dyna Light Pumper (Operated 1982-1990)
 Austin Front Mounted Pumper (Operated 1960-1982)
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