(Volvo, Thames Valley Alighed Fire Engine)
Our standard frontline fire engine is designed to respond to a wide range of emergencies across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. From house fires and road traffic collisions to flooding and water rescues, it carries the equipment and crew needed to protect our communities.
Quick Facts
Equipment
Hose reels, ladders, breathing apparatus and specialist rescue tools
Water Supply
Onboard water tank plus hydrants and open water sources
Incidents
Fires, rescues, flooding, road traffic collisions and more
Crew
Typically 4–6 firefighters
What Does It Carry?
Firefighting Equipment
- Hose reels and delivery hoses
- Breathing apparatus
- Thermal imaging cameras
- Ladders
- Forcible entry tools
Rural & Environmental Incidents
- Wildfire beaters
- Knapsack sprayers
- Extended hose equipment
- Environmental protection equipment
Rescue Equipment
- Cutting and spreading tools
- Stabilisation equipment
- Medical kits
- Portable scene lighting
Ready for More Than Fires
Did you know?
Our fire engines are equipped to support a wide range of incidents, including:
✓ Flooding
✓ Hazardous materials incidents
✓ Animal rescues
✓ Road traffic collisions
✓ Assisting partner emergency services
Water on the Move
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Where does the water come from?
Our fire engines carry their own onboard water supply and foam. Crews can also replenish water from:
- Fire hydrants
- Ponds
- Rivers
- Lakes
- Other approved open water sources
This flexibility helps firefighters maintain water supplies wherever they are needed.
Supporting Our Communities Every Day
Whether responding to a house fire, helping at a road traffic collision or supporting communities during flooding, our frontline fire engines provide firefighters with the equipment and capability needed to respond safely and effectively.