More from Martin Nowak: Here's a look at some of the truck companies that have served Chicago Fire Department over the years. A big thanks to Squad546 for sharing these great photos with us. Former Truck 1’s old Hendrickson/Pierce/Morita 135′, after having the “elevator†removed. photo by Squad546 Former Truck 5 – 1972 Mack/Pirsch. photo by Squad546 Former Truck 12 – 1982 Hendrickson/E-One 100′. photo by Squad546 Former Truck 16’s 1978 Seagrave 100′. photo by Squad546 Former Truck 19 – 1988 E-One/Federal 110′. photo by Squad546 Former Truck 24’s 1970 Seagrave, refurbished in 1990. photo by Squad546 Former Truck 42 1982 E-One/Hendrickson. photo by Squad546 Foaming screw,XPS foaimg screw, screw for XPS ZHEJIANG JINJIA PLASTICS MACHINERY CO., LTD , https://www.jinjiascrew.com
One of the older rigs, Truck 1 was once equipped with a Hendrickson/Pierce/Morita 135' ladder, but the "elevator" was later removed, making it more versatile for different types of calls.
Truck 5 was a 1972 Mack/Pirsch model, known for its durability and reliability in the field.
Truck 12 was a 1982 Hendrickson/E-One 100' aerial, representing a shift toward more modern equipment during that time.
Truck 16 featured a 1978 Seagrave 100' rear-mount aerial, which was a common sight on the streets of Chicago for many years.
Truck 19 was a 1988 E-One/Federal 110' aerial, showcasing the evolution of fire apparatus design through the decades.
Truck 24 originally came with a 1970 Seagrave, but it was later refurbished in 1990, giving it a new lease on life.
Finally, Truck 42 was a 1982 E-One/Hendrickson model, another example of how the department updated its fleet over time.