Current Apparatus of the Hiram Fire Department


The fleet of vehicles selected, operated, and maintained by the Hiram Fire Department have been carefully selected and equipped to be as useful, safe, and efficient as possible for responding to and operating at emergencies. We maintain our fleet through regular preventative maintenance, mechanical repairs, and rust and corrosion prevention. An example of this is Engine One, a 1994 E-One rescue engine. In 2010 we invested in all new warning lights, replacing the old lights that had very little day time visibility and high amperage draws when compared to today's brighter, lower amperage drawing lights. In 2011 Engine One underwent extensive mechanical, rust, and corrosion repairs, including a new paint job. This proactive work has been done to help make the engine last for a full 25 to 30 years of reliable service. We also try to use our funding efficiently and effectively. In 2011, we purchased a new pumper tanker. This pumper tanker replaced two vehicles, a pumper and a tanker. By combining the replacement of two apparatus into one, we are able to operate more efficiently and serve the community better.


For information about our replacement plan for our vehicles please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

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All of the replacements costs listed below are approximate. By taking the time to estimate the future costs of vehicles, we are able to look at what it may cost us in the future to replace our vehicles. This allows us to better plan replacement purchases of all equipment, not just vehicles. We take this information and incorporate it with our 5 year plan(s) and our 25 year capital vehicle replacement plan. If you have any questions about your fire department or the vehicles we operate, feel free to call or stop by.



Squad One: 2008 ALS (Advanced Life Support) Ford E450/Wheeled Coach purchased new for $112,000. Approximate replacement in 2019-2021. Anticipated cost: $152,000


Squad Two: 2002 ALS Ford E450/Life Line purchased used for $107,000. Approximate replacement in 2013-2014. Anticipated cost: $130,000


Engine One: Emergency One Cyclone Rescue/Engine, purchased new for $224,000 in 1994.

This fire truck can hold 6 firefighters, has a 1500 GPM pump, carries 750 gallons of water, 4 Scott air packs, MSA Thermal imager, full set of Jaws of life rescue tools, cribbing, and water rescue equipment. E1 responds to car crashes, vehicle fires & second out to structure fires. Approximate replacement in 2020-2025. Anticipated cost $475,000


Engine Two: KME Predator Engine/Tanker purchased new for $430,000 in 2011. This fire truck

has a 4 man cab, 1500 GPM pump, class A foam system, carries 2000 gallons of water, 5 Scott air packs, a Scott rapid intervention pack (firefighter rescue air pack), Scott Thermal imager, and is fully equipped for ALS medical care. E2 responds first out to structure fires or medical emergencies if both rescue squads are unavailable. Approximate replacement in 2035-2036. Anticipated cost $650,000


Car One: 2003 Ford Crown Vic, purchased used for $4,800.

This vehicle is equipped with an AED & BLS medical equipment. Car one responds when manpower is needed, and to assist with the daily operations of the department. Approximate replacement in 2015. Anticipated cost: $18,000


Utility One: 2011 Chevy 4x4 pick up, purchased new for $24,000. An older diesel pick-up truck was traded in to offset the cost of this vehicle. Utility One responds to investigations, trees & wires down, grass fires and responds the departments specialty 4x4 off road grass fire unit/ rescue unit when it is needed. Approximate replacement in 2023. Anticipated cost $35,000