Crimson Fire Apparatus is among several manufacturers that post images of their production units, allowing potential buyers to track the progress of specific vehicles. On their website, they mention that both Naperville and Chicago have units under construction that can be viewed during the manufacturing process.
If you're curious about the new Naperville engine set to replace the last remaining Freightliner in frontline service—dubbed Engine 4—you can click HERE to check its status. This unit is being built on a Spartan Gladiator chassis rated at 1500/750.
For those interested in Chicago's latest acquisition, click HERE to see the progress on a brand-new engine. This model features a Spartan Gladiator 1500/500 chassis and represents a significant upgrade for the department.
Additionally, if you'd like to follow along with the development of Chicago's first-ever 103-foot rear-mount aerial truck, click HERE. This impressive piece of equipment is also constructed on a Spartan Gladiator chassis but comes equipped with a 103-foot RM 0/0 configuration.
On a related note, it seems that Crimson Fire has quite the challenge ahead of them to showcase one of these new Chicago aerials at the upcoming International Fire Chiefs' Convention in Chicago this August (FRI).
For those who may not recall the Crimson Fire press release from March regarding these aerials:
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**Brandon, S.D., March 31, 2010 –** Crimson Fire, Inc. has just signed a three-year agreement with the city of Chicago to manufacture over 30 custom aerial fire trucks. Based in Brandon, South Dakota, Crimson Fire specializes in creating high-quality custom fire trucks and rescue vehicles. They've already started work on five 103-foot rear-mount aerial trucks destined for the Windy City. With this contract in place, Chicago might end up purchasing as many as 30 aerial units throughout the agreement’s duration.
Equipment Management Co., the Crimson Fire dealership covering Illinois, secured the contract for Chicago’s aerials and will be responsible for selling and servicing the apparatus. Operating out of Arizona as well, EMC joined the expanding network of Crimson Fire dealerships back in July 2009.
"Chicago has been a loyal customer of ours for years, and we're thrilled to supply their firefighters with our top-tier custom aerials," said Jim Salmi, president of Crimson Fire Aerials. "The city presents some unique challenges when it comes to emergency response, especially concerning height restrictions and navigating older neighborhoods. Our Crimson Fire aerials excel in urban environments, offering unmatched maneuverability and reliability."
The 103-foot rear-mount aerials—the longest models available in Crimson Fire's lineup—are built on a Spartan Gladiator® chassis. These units boast a sleek, low-profile design with an overall height of just 11 feet, making them ideal for navigating tight city streets. Featuring an aluminum body and a distinctive tubular framework, these trucks are engineered to be some of the strongest and most durable on the market today.
Moreover, these new Crimson Fire aerials incorporate the industry’s sole "greaseless" ladder system, thanks to their patented roller assembly technology. Other standout features include X-style outriggers and a ladder lift cradle that enhances operational flexibility.
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About Crimson Fire: As a premier manufacturer of custom fire trucks and rescue vehicles, Crimson Fire is a division of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAR). Committed to delivering quality, value, and innovation, Crimson Fire draws upon over 130 years of expertise in fire truck manufacturing. Their comprehensive product line includes pumpers, rescues, aerials, quick-attack vehicles, and other essential emergency-response vehicles, all produced at facilities located in Pennsylvania and South Dakota.
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