Well, what could be interesting in a fire truck, in the same ZiL, KAMAZ, etc.? The same cabin, except that it was elongated, a tank at the back, a pump and a bunch of hoses. Once upon a time it was, without alternative. However, modern “fire engines” are completely different and with equipment they rather resemble an EMERCOM car, and not without comfort. To see this, watch the video on the Firefighter's Diary channel, where the author talks about a special car based on the popular Iveco truck in Russia.
And convenience here begins with the entrance: after opening the door of the “salon” for firefighters, a lifting ladder falls out at the feet of the dumbfounded spectators. Inside - seats upholstered in Alcantara! But of greater interest are the “reserves” of tools in the sidewalls of the car: a professional workshop can envy such a set. There is everything: from an ax, hydraulic shears and ending with a gasoline generator.
Of course, there was a place for hoses, sleeves and "fittings" of various sizes, helping to connect to the city highway or take fluid from the nearest body of water. The pumping station resembles a mini-computer. But all this wealth is outside the fire truck, but what about in the cab where the driver sits? There is also something to see!
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