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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.