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Rescue Squad 1756 – 2011 Pierce Velocity

Rescue Squad 1756 is a 2011 Pierce Velocity.  It is powered by a Cummins ISL motor rated at 425 horsepower with an Allison 3000 EVS automatic transmission.  This unit was an add-on to an order Pierce built for the United States Navy.   It features an oversized rear cab that is set up as a command module for large-extended incidents.  Rescue 1756 carries a vast array of specialized tools and equipment used in unique rescue situations including two complete sets of Genesis hydraulic extrication equipment.  It has a 12,000 pound winch in the front bumper extension as well as a 9000 pound portable winch that can be placed in any of the receivers on the sides and rear of the unit.   For the purpose of refilling SCBA cylinders on emergency scenes it has an 8-bottle 6000 psi air cascade.  The air cascade also supplies two hose reels, one high pressure and one low pressure, for air tools.  An Onan 30kW PTO-driven generator provides power to a Will-Burt Night Scan 15-foot light tower with six 1500-watt lights.  1756 also carries advance life support emergency medical equipment including an automatic external defibrillator.  Heavy Rescue 1756 responds to all structure fires, vehicle extrications and other hazardous responses in the Mehlville Fire District and as available for any heavy rescue situation in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.