CHAPARRAL BRUSH TRUCK
STANDARD FEATURES
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Feature ordering follows the same order as the Blanchat Excel price sheet.
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STEEL BODY CONSTRUCTION
The custom built body is fabricated from heavy channel iron and premium sheet steel with welded seams. All structural components of the bed are steel to comply with SAE J1194 for the Fire Attack Operational Areas in the BATROPS crosswalk.
BATROPS CROSSWALK
Directly aft of the chassis cab, the BATROPS (Blanchat Apparatus Transverse Roll-Over Protection System) is a transverse crosswalk which follows SAE International Surface Vehicle Standard #J1194 for roll-over protective structures.
BLANCHAT RESTRAINT SYSTEM
The Blanchat Restraint System is a 4-point full body harness which is attached within the BATROPS Fire Attack Operational Areas. It allows the firefighter to operate within the Fire Attack Operational Area from a seated or standing position.
RECESSED POLY TANK
The tank is created by hand of polypropylene material that is several times stronger than standard propylene and features a lifetime warranty. The tank is recessed into the frame of the body for a low center of gravity.
WATER LEVEL INDICATOR
A tankvision water level indicator is installed on the left side of the pump panel.
HALE HPX200 PUMP WITH BRIGGS 23HP
The standard pump is a Hale HPX200 with Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 23HP V-twin overhead valve engine. The pump performance is 200 GPM at 100 PSI and 300 GPM at 25 PSI. The pump has a hand priming system standard.
ROWE RPM2 WITH KOHLER 19HP EFI
The Rowe RPM2-K19 is a state-of-the-art air-cooled Kohler 19-HP, overhead valve (OHV), electronic fuel injection engine. The engine has an electric start with a recoil backup to insure starting under all circumstances. The pump performance is 200 GPM at 100 PSI and 300 GPM at 25 PSI. The pump has a hand priming system as well as a 1/4-inch full time bypass line installed to prevent pump overheating.
PRE-CONNECTED CROSSLAY
The 1-1/2 inch pre-connected crosslay hose bed is located behind the BATROPS crosswalk underneath the pump panel area. The hose bed is accessible from driver and passenger sides as well as from the BATROPS area.
PUMP SUCTION & DRAFTING
The plumbing tank to pump is 3 inch with one quarter turn valve. The plumbing from pump to draft is 2-1/2 inch with one quarter turn valve, 30 deg turn down, suction adapter and chrome plug with chain. With both valves open, the suction assembly will function as a quick fill.
CUSTOM PUMP PANEL
The pump control panel is mounted in the BATROPS crosswalk for 360-degree visibility and to keep the operator free of surrounding threats. It has the following functions: pump start/stop, choke, pressure and throttle control, water level indicator and valve controls for all discharges. If a foam system or CAFS is installed, these controls and components are located in the pump panel.
ALUMINUM TRIM PACKAGE
Aluminum is used when strength is not required to save weight or for aesthetic reasons. Aluminum tread plate “kick panels” are used throughout the BATROPS walkway area to minimize paint scratches.
STAINLESS TRIM PACKAGE
Stainless steel chip rails are used in high traffic areas to avoid chipping or scratching the paint.
SUPERLINER COATING PACKAGE
Superliner bed liner is applied to the crosslay and rear bumper to prevent paint chipping, rust and premature hose unloading.
CORASHIELD COATING PACKAGE
The underneath side of the bed is coated with Corashield to prevent chipping, marring rust, etc. of unpainted or painted surfaces after exposure to high impact sand, gravel or other abrasive materials.
MUD FLAPS
Mud flaps are installed behind the rear tires.
BRUSH GUARD LIGHT BAR MOUNT
The light bar mounting platform is constructed of steel and bolted directly to the headache rack with ample clearance from the top to the chassis cab. The platform is removable with plug and play electrical connections.
EMERGENCY LIGHTING
Two red Whelen 500 series LED strobes are installed on the rear corners of the bed. The standard light bar is a Whelen 56” LED Justice with a total of eight red and two clear LED flashers. Configuration is Red/White/Red each forward side and red LED flashers on the front and rear corners.
DOT LIGHTING
DOT running lights (amber and red LED) are installed around the bed. The rear bumper is equipped with four red stop/turn signal lights and two clear back up lights installed at a 45-degree angle. Three rectangular mini-LED lights to indicate an 8 foot or wider vehicle are installed in the center area as well as a license plate light.
LED WORK LIGHTS
Recessed work lighting is installed all around the apparatus to light important areas. These areas include the BATROPS walkway, pump panel, and ground area, rear ground area and rear deck. If chosen as an option, side and top compartments will have interior work lighting.
SIREN AND SPEAKER
The siren is a Whelen model 295HFSA1 with a SA315P projector speaker. The controls for the siren are located in the steering wheel as well as the dash mounted control box.
DASH-MOUNTED CONTROL BOX
A dash top enclosure is standard which allows for radio and siren mounting within easy view and reach of the driver. Mounting these controls on the dash keeps the center seat clear of equipment allowing a third person to ride in the front row.
DEDICATED GROUND TO BATTERY
All grounds will terminate directly at the battery as well as in the parallel at all lighting brackets which are frame grounded. Ground screws at lighting brackets are #10-24 stainless steel screws welded to the bracket, insuring a good ground to all electrical components even in the event of a ground failure.
REFLECTIVE STRIPING
Four-inch reflective striping is applied to the body and rear bumper. A triple stripe is applied to the side of the chassis. Red/white diamond reflective tape is applied to the rear bumper. The striping color can be customized for each fire department.
PAINT
The steel structure is sandblasted to remove any mill scaling and provide for superior finish adhesion. Any bare steel not accessible will have two coats of primer applied before assembly to control corrosion. All bare steel will be coated with the appropriate primer/sealer and polyurethane acrylic enamel or equivalent finish to match fire department specifications.