Ford F-450 Brush Truck
Explore this fully upfitted Ford F-450 brush truck, purpose-built for wildland firefighting, off-road response, and rapid initial attack operations.
Designed for Prince William County Department of Fire & Rescue, this apparatus features a custom aluminum brush body, Hale pump system, foam capability, and NFPA compliant, delivering reliability in demanding environments.
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Brush Truck Vehicle Overview
- Chassis: 2020 Ford F-450 Super Duty DRW XL
- Build Type: Wildland / Brush Truck
- Department: Prince William County Fire & Rescue
- Upfitter: FastLane Emergency Vehicles
- Compliance: NFPA Compliant
Key Features and Highlights
- Custom aluminum flatbed brush body with compartments
- 190-gallon water tank with integrated foam cell system
- Hale pump assembly with FoamLogix proportioning system
- Booster reel with 150’ of 1” hose (800 PSI rated)
- Pre-connected crosslays for rapid hose deployment
- Whelen LED emergency lighting package with Liberty II lightbar
- WARN 10,000 lb winch with multi-mount capability
- Off-road optimized suspension and wheel configuration
Fire Pump and Water System
- Hale pump with 23HP motor
- FoamLogix 2.1A foam proportioning system
- Multi-valve discharge manifold for multiple attack lines
- 1” booster reel system with 150 ft hose
- Pre-connected forestry lines for quick deployment
- Remote flow nozzle capability for sweep operations
Body and Storage
- Custom aluminum brush truck body with compartmentation
- Integrated hard suction hose storage system
- Crosslay hose bed for fast deployment
- Reflective chevron panels for high visibility
- Durable flatbed design for equipment and tank integration
Off-Road and Performance Upgrades
- Single rear wheel conversion with lift and off-road tires
- Heavy-duty front bumper system with lighting integration
- Front and rear tow hooks for recovery operations
- WARN Zeon 10K winch with quick-connect system
- Step and access enhancements for field use
Emergency Lighting and Warning Systems
- Whelen Liberty II LED lightbar system
- Integrated Opticom traffic preemption system
- LED warning lights (front, rear, and body)
- Scene lighting and white light functionality for operations
- Whelen siren and control system
Scene Lighting and Visibility
- Underbody and perimeter LED flood lighting
- Whelen scene lights (flood/spot capability)
- Telescoping pole-mounted lighting for extended scene coverage
Cab and Command Center
- Custom center console with integrated controls
- Siren, lighting, and system controls within driver reach
- Integrated communications setup (Motorola APX compatible)
- USB charging ports, 12V outlets, and storage compartments
Electrical and Power Management
- Centralized noise-free power distribution system
- Shoreline charging system with auto-eject functionality
- Onboard battery charger system
- High electrical reserve capacity for additional equipment
Graphics and Safety Markings
- Premium reflective vinyl striping and lettering
- Rear chevron safety pattern for roadway visibility
- Custom department identification markings
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Built For: Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue | Manassas, Virginia
Reference: Job #90731
Sales Rep: Bud Smith
Why Departments Choose the Ford F-450 Super Duty Brush Truck
Fire departments choose the Ford F-450 brush truck platform because it delivers the ideal balance of power, mobility, and cost-efficiency for wildland and rural response. The F-450 provides a heavy-duty chassis capable of supporting water tanks, pump systems, and full firefighting equipment, while still maintaining a smaller footprint and better maneuverability than larger fire apparatus. Its ability to be outfitted with off-road suspension upgrades, single rear wheel conversions, and all-terrain tires makes it highly effective in rough terrain, narrow access roads, and wildfire environments. Departments also value the F-450 for its versatility and customization, allowing builds to range from quick attack units to fully equipped NFPA-compliant brush trucks, all at a significantly lower cost and maintenance burden than traditional engines.
Agencies Best Suited for this Vehicle Configuration
The Ford F-450 brush truck platform is best suited for agencies that require a highly capable, maneuverable apparatus for rapid response, off-road access, and initial attack operations. Its versatility allows it to serve a wide range of fire and emergency response roles where larger apparatus may be limited by terrain or access.
- Wildland fire departments handling brush, forest, and interface fires
- Rural fire departments covering large districts with limited hydrant infrastructure
- Combination departments needing a dual-purpose quick attack and support unit
- Volunteer fire departments seeking a cost-effective, highly capable apparatus
- Municipal departments with urban interface zones requiring off-road response capability
- State and forestry agencies managing wildfire suppression and prevention
- Special operations and rapid intervention units requiring mobility and flexibility
This platform excels anywhere departments need speed, adaptability, and dependable firefighting capability in challenging environments.
Vehicle Specs
Mission
BrushWildland FireFeatures
- Buckstop Bumper,
- Custom Center Console,
- Custom Vinyl Graphics,
- FastLane Custom Armrest,
- FoamLogix,
- Hale Pump,
- Warn Winch,
- Whelen Lighting,
- Whelen Siren System