Different from the conventional demand for logistics vehicles, the demand for fire trucks is generally more demanding. First of all, trucks used to convert fire trucks need to have extremely high uptime, which also allows them to stay on the chain in case of an emergency. At the same time, the vehicle must have strong power, so that it can reach the fire scene at the first time with high maneuverability, and drive the water pump to work strongly.
Today, the protagonist of our article is rather special. It is a water tank fire truck, which is mainly used in lignite mines in the Czech Republic. In order to meet the needs of fast maneuvering and off-road in lignite mine fires, the size of the vehicle is quite compact, and there is an ultra-short front overhang and almost zero rear overhang, and the off-road performance is self-evident. In today's article, let's take a look.
As the saying goes: the building near the water gets the moon first. Since this fire truck is used in the lignite mine in the Czech Republic, its chassis and bodywork are all from local Czech companies, and the Tatara truck has become the best choice. The car is based on the Force chassis, which was born out of military vehicles and focuses on hardcore off-road performance and reliability.
Regarding its strong military attributes, it can be seen from its appearance. Unlike the rich lines of civilian trucks, the Force has a rather stiff line. The cab is square and angular to maximize the use of space, enhance space utilization and compress the overall size, so as to facilitate rail and air transportation.
Based on the direct and simple needs of the military, the appearance of the Taitara Force is also quite "rough". The front face adopts a closed front cover design, and the car logo and strobe lights and license plate holder are fixed on it. Above the front hood is a rearward-sloping front windshield, which reduces reflections and increases the equivalent thickness compared to an upright front windshield, while increasing the chance of "ricocheting". At the same time, the vehicle adopts a dual left and right windshield configuration, equipped with a central column, which is more impact-resistant and can be replaced as a single piece after damage.
Off-road performance is an attribute that is extremely emphasized by the Force. Based on this need, the vehicle is equipped with a spade-shaped bumper that leans forward at a high angle to increase the vehicle's approach angle and enhance off-road performance. In addition, the box Ang itself is made of Gangzai, and matched with the headlight protection net, rearview mirror protection net and other strengthened configurations, so that the sturdiness of the vehicle is stronger.
On top of the Force tanker, the mechanics of the Tytula's pride: the central ridged tube frame and the oscillating half-shaft are also absent. The former looks like a thick steel pipe running through the front and rear of the chassis, wrapping the differential and transmission shaft and other parts in it, blocking sewage and sediment, and is more resistant to bumps and strong protection. At the same time, the central ridged frame is extremely strong, providing a strong and reliable load-bearing force for heavy-duty bodywork.
The differential structure of the oscillating half-shaft is very special: the differential is arranged longitudinally on the central drive shaft and separates into two drive shafts to transmit power to the left and right wheels. The advantages of this structure are: direct and reliable power transmission, and the ability to make the left and right half shafts run independently to enhance off-road performance.
Based on the DNA of military trucks, the Force has a semi-buried engine layout with a cooling tank moved to the rear left of the cab and placed sideways. This structure enhances engine and radiator tank protection, enhances reliability, and helps to reduce cab height, which in turn reduces vehicle height, making it easier to maneuver and transport. However, the car uses an air-cooled engine, which does not require a water tank to dissipate heat, so it is naturally not equipped with this configuration.
The car is powered by a T3D-928 air-cooled V8 engine with a displacement of 12.7 litres and a maximum output of 436 hp and 2,100 Nm of torque, mated to an automatic transmission to improve maneuverability. The advantages of air-cooled engines are: most of the control is done by mechanical parts, few electronic components, so the reliability is outstanding, and the environmental adaptability is strong, and it can operate normally under high temperature and cold conditions, which is the best choice for emergency departments and special trucks.
On the right side of the body, a variety of equipment such as air filtration and exhaust after-treatment systems are placed, and accessories such as urea liquid tanks and diesel fuel tanks are also placed here. Thanks to the exhaust after-treatment system, the vehicle is able to meet Euro V emission standards. However, for a special vehicle to be used in a limited area, its emission standards are not so important.
The compact body is the highlight of this Tytara Force water tank fire truck. It has a body length of less than 10 meters, and adopts a chassis structure with short front overhang, zero rear overhang, and short wheelbase, and the departure angle, approach angle, and longitudinal passing angle have been improved. On top of this, the vehicle adopts a 4x4 all-wheel drive form to further improve its passability.
The vehicle is equipped with a water tank at the front, which is also one of the core features of the water tank fire truck. The volume of this tank reached 7 cubic meters, that is, 7000 liters, hence the name AC-7000. The tank is filled through a hatch at the top, and a ladder is also designed on the side of the tank for ease of operation, which is more convenient.
The rear of the car is equipped with a water pump, water pipe interface, water pipe reel and other configurations
Fire-fighting tools such as hoses and water cannons are securely fixed in the toolbox with cable ties
Finally, let's take a brief look at the interior. As a hardcore model born out of military trucks, the interior of the Force is still quite simple, and the instrument panel is straight, making room for more space inside. Handrails are designed for the instrument panel and doors, which are easy to grip and enhance the safety of people in the vehicle when off-road.
In order to compress the length, the Force has a single-row cab. There are four seats placed side by side in the car, including one main driver's seat and three passenger seats, which can accommodate multiple people to work at the same time. However, for a fully loaded four-person situation, the space inside the cab is not abundant, but at least it has the corresponding capabilities.
In terms of the actual working conditions of lignite mines, the most important thing is to rush to the fire site as soon as possible and suppress it, prevent or slow down the spread of flames as much as possible, and buy time for subsequent firefighting forces. This is where the Force's water tank fire truck was born, which is passable, has outstanding off-road performance, and can also enter and exit narrow and tricky sections, which perfectly meets the actual needs. Thank you for reading this article! If you want to see more interesting and informative commercial vehicle content, don't forget to follow us!
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