pioneer Il £2 pumper AMERICAN LaFRANCE Eee ee——___ a AMERICAN LaFRANCE AMERIEANRERANCE the standard of excellence Years ago American LaFrance the load with the Pioneer I! and the ‘withthe sail to custom tt your apparatus to adopted the phrase “the standard of complete lin of 1000 Series pumpers, Your requirements. This isthe Extra ‘excellence’ to describe the design, ferils ang aeriat platform apparatus, Value found in American LaFrance products, production and quality stanaares of aaa ea their company and their products. [American LaFrance is a major di forward — a complete pumper apparatus nerican LaFrance fs a major division ‘Throughout the century-ong history par a eveeoer ion (of AT-O Ine, (formerly “Automatic of American LaFrance they have Sprinkler Corporation of America). Other ‘maintained a traction of leadership in American LaFrance has been divisions of ACT-O Ine. provide access fire fighting and tre protection ‘manutacturing the nation’s finest tre fo many skle in hydrauiie, electronics and equipment by living this philosophy. Apparatus since 1834. No company, enciiiease rene nero tee including this one, could possibly achieve ‘such a record unloss it wae wholly brientes towards serving any the needs of is customers, Now, as we enter the 70's, an even greater challange is presented to the fre Service, New risks and new responsibilities {As an international operating company Consisting of over 35 separate divisions are occurring almost everyday. New, [AcT-O Ine. has annual Sales In excess of Improved equipment had to be created [At American LaFrance you obtain the 380 milion dollars for products sola to help meet these special needs, production economics ofthe worla's largest all over the world, A-T-O Inc. ia sted on ‘American LaFrance has ance again taken ‘manulacturer offre apparatus couples the New York Stock Exchange. Copyright 1970, American LaFrance, sion of A7.0 Inc, Elmira, New York‘Atew years ago American LaFrance introduced the Pioneer |, a brand new ‘concept in fire apparatus designed and built for growing fre companies. Since its introduction mary changes have taken place inthe fie Service ~ in the responsibilities and demands on ire fighters. American LaFrance is keeping pace with these changes by constantly improving on ‘heir apparatus and the new Pioneer is no exception. The Pioneer II Isa custom pumper ‘apparatus with many of the outstanding features of the big 1000 Series custom pumpers It isa fully equipped pumper with plenty of power and maneuverability, built in reliability, with al ofthe fire fighting gear ‘on board to meet any emergency and a ‘smoothly styled appearance to match any apparatus an the scene today. ‘The Pioneer Il, successor to Pioneer |, a practical pumper now “practically” pertect for the growing department Specifications: Overall Length Overail Wicth Overait Height Weight — Loades Minimum Top Speed Turning Radius (right or et) 205% 6 105% aprox, 22,000 bs 55mph 250The heat of the Pioneer Ils the ‘American LaFrance exclusive Twintlow Pump. Midship mounted on the chassis frame, the Twintlow isa two-stage, parallel/seres fire pump. Standard ‘equipment pump on the Pioneer I is rated for 750 gpm but 1000 gpm, 1250 gpm ‘and 1500 gpm models are available ‘Twintlow Pumps are famous in the tre service for their simplicity of operation and long history of raliable service. Fast, powerful, constant pumping when you need it you get it best with a Twintlow Pump. Priming Pump. Operates independently of the apparatus engine and main pump operation, Re-prima may be done without shut down, Unit is under constant lubrication. Primer exceeds time and vacuum requirements of NFPA, PRESSURMATIC” Pump Governor. This new, patented device protectsnezzlemen land apparatus engine against unexpected pressure rises by maintaining constant pressure. Pump Governor may be preset anywhere inthe 75-300 pst range and it wil funetion no matter how many lines are opened or shut down. A Hydraulic Relot Valve is available as optional equipmentone man/ one position/ total control The Twintlow Pump Control Panel operator has a single station with all engine and ump controls within easy reach, From thie position the operator can open or shut any lines necessary and vary the pump pressure a8 needed. The stainless steel panel and gauges are designed for easy, accurate reading at ll times ang the entire aispay of Controls and gauges are lighted for nightie or foul weather operation. Bleecer valves are provided on each 212 discharge and pressure gauges have snubber valves, All instruments exceed NFPA requirements ‘There's plenty of plus features with the Twinflow Pump ...single control draining of all eight major drain points is accomplished almost instantaneously with fone push-pull control lever... 299 fulllow water ways naute constant, easy Strainers protect all suction inlets. front land rear panel-controlled suction init fare available in sizes 414°," or 6 lextonded bumper and hose tay, California siyle, may be specified for font suction .. and eervicing of the Twinflow Pump or any part of the water system is easy from nearly any angle. Hydraulle Change-Over Valve. Switching from series (pressure) to parallel (capacity) ‘operation is quick and easy on Twinflow Pumps. Simply sat the selector on the Contra! Pane! and the change is made smoothly and automaticaly at any preseure above 60 psAge smear big, powerful V-8 is standard on the pioneer II Pioneer I! is equipped witha big, powertul 285 hp gasoline engine as standara ‘equipment. This economical V-8 is made by International Harvester and offers al of the power and performance features you reed to Keep your Pioneer Il operating at peak efficiency. American LaFrance selectes this powerplant by International as standard eauipment because experience has proven gasoline engines are universally basy to maintain and acquire parts for repair when needed, fuels ready available everyuhere, and economical performance can always be expectes, Coupled with the 5-speed transmission, this heavy-duty engine will provide quick starts fast acceleration and plenty of ower for outstanding hil climbing or rough terrain ws, Power to move and power to last are yours with this big International V-8. The Pioneer Il equipped with this gasoline engine wil provide you with years of teouble-tree, dependable service American LaFrance has thoroughly tested and proven the pertormance capabilities Of the Pioneor Il equipped with the V-8 International engine, ‘Specitications: ‘91098 horsepower ‘ross torque net horsepower ‘governed speed "ype displacement bore X-troke compression ratio FTvse9 285 «@ 9400 pm 506 lb-ft @ 2200 pm 2525 @ 2400 rpm ‘3400 pm valvesin-head V8 548.70 cu in ah xa T8734SB: diesel power ‘American LaFrance offers the powertul Detroit Diese! as optional power plant on the Pioneer I, With a world-wide | reputation for quality ana performance, | the Detroit Dieset has proven itstt in many applications. Outstanding safaty and Performance records have been achieved fspecially inthe fields af fire fighting equipment and heavy equipment operation. This engine offered as optional equipment 's made by a division of General Motors specifically for fire apparatus. Detroit Diesels employ the eticient two- cycle design. This means each cylinder Performs the four functions of intake, Compression, power and exhaust in one Crankshatt revolution, Every piston ownstroke isa power stroke ané more ‘work is accomplished faster and ‘more economically than in many other Comparable gasoline models. detroit diesel characteristics efficiency. economy, safety and eam [worm ‘scceleration tha Detroit Diesel can oliver faster acceleration and maintain ful ty, ower better than other conventional monn | aoe lengines because every downstroke of the pistons on the big diesel is a powerstroke. ower and durability... from the instant aa eee ‘Start at full power to endless idling ee Ccapabilly, Dero Diesels afer the lasting foe power needed on the way ang at the le fire scenechassis features 4, Frame, Bumper to bumper the Pioneer Il frame is bult to hold up and last. Big 1088 x2¥ x side ails (67,00 psi tensile, and 50,000 ps yield strength) with ‘crass members welded in postion provide strong base to support the fully ‘equipped apparatus, 2. Front Suspension. The front axl, springs and shack absorbers are designed with toads of capacity and crow comfort in mind, Diteet, double acting telescopic type shock absorbers givea smooth ride on all types of rough terain Track of this big 9000 tb, capacity axe is 604% 13, Wheels and Tires. Stee! disc, Ventilated wheels oufited with nylon tube type tres provide sae, long lasting transportation. Front suspension hi single wheels and rear euspension has ‘ual wheels 4. Transmission. For speed an the level Ground or pulling pawer onthe inclines the Pioneer I performs with a5-speed synchronized direct ansmission. This fa 4speed direct drive with Sth speee overdrive, Detent in reverse prevents accidental shifting on the road and a special lock liminates dange’shiting ‘uring pumping operations, 5. Stecring. Hydraulic power assisted steering system makes the big Pioneer I feasy 19 handle, even on real rough terrain. Gam and lever gear design with 24 to 1 ratio helps minimize transmission fof road shock fo driver and steering wheel, Four way emergency flasher is ‘uit into steering column 6, Fuel System. There's always plenty of {uel in the Pioneer Il for extended ‘operations with a 50 gallon capacity tank. ‘The CORTEN' tank is assembled with ‘lectical wolds to assure tight, leak proof fivall around, Lett side fl opening 7. STOPMASTER Air Brakes, Double ‘wedge action appiying constant and uniform pressure to each end of the brake shoe Provides cura, fll raking power. Stopmattar brakes offer long lining lite, fully automatic shoe adjustment anc woather sealed parts enclosure. 8. Rear Suspension. Dual rear weeals fn a rugged 18,500 Ib. rear axle provide all ‘ofthe support needed fora tlly equipped Pioneer Il. Springs and aircrat type shock absorbers are designed to work ‘ith this rear suspension system for fase of ride and safely of equipment“The Pioneer II has plenty of hose carrying cepacity...lots of flexibility. With the big hose bed measuring 108" long and 73: wide there is roam for 1500'of 213 DUGRL and G40 af 1¥2" DJCAL. Standara hose body on the Pioneer I! has one parition but body design allows additional hose partitions 10 be specified when you order your apparatus. This is an ational feature 8 ‘The hose bed has a slatted hardwood oor that provides hose ventilation and is easily emoved as necessary for cleaning or inspection. Cold rolled, neavy-gauge steel is used in fabrication of the hose body. And the entte unt is electrically welded. For maximum life the complete assembly is designed to be rust and corrosion free, booster equipment/ hose body A hose rel wh elect rewind with Capacity for 250 of 1 ove 0 300 of Proneer I, Horizontal and vertical hose fala cn anc side ofthe apparatus near the hove reel make i eany to pull Two hunded fet of "high pressure booster hose and an Acospray Nozzle capacity is 25 gpm @ 100 psi=e water tanks to cioevcterins te means you ~ Fabricated from corrosion resistant, copper-bearing 10 gauge ste, these tanks I fare built to serve — and built to last. Seams and joints are elecricaly welded both sides for extra strength and Shpsne watertight construction. And betore a Installation tanks ave given a Zineiate t Interior costing for addes wearabiliy and T to ald tank inspection. Al tanks are pressure tested for leaks at assembly. Rigid atti in the water tank limit water surge and help conto! weight transter Ee fon turns oF during sudden stops or starts, ] Filling is quick and easy in Pioneer i water — tanks. Front fils located at front lett Fank Size ‘of water tank and has 9 diamater fil tower Gianna a |e [Hee [An with strainer and romovabie cover ~ soo face [vas | vo | zou] Ts mean you can by eer hose o r50_| 100 | rsx | 1 | 32% | so, 780 ane 1000 gallon watr tanks TeiePe Tame Blping btm and up yo raw a0] 198 | ar . 750 | 126 | 21% ro00 | 128 | 15% WATER TANK DIMENSIONS (inches) 27% | Pressure build up during hydrant ts are 3a | prevented by a 4° diameter overlow land vent atthe rear of the apparatus.cab ahead design ‘The driver isin fll command in the bia, raomy Pionser Il eab. With all of the lear 360° visibility of an "airport control tower.” thie Sman cab ig driver designed for saltey and apparatus maneuverability Cab ahead of engine puts the driver up front so he ean move the apparatus quickly through trafic ane position i easly and precisely atthe fire scone. ‘There's room for two more upfront with the ariver and seats for two more facing the tar, one on each side of the engine. ‘The driver's Sway adjustable soat rubber covered by red naugahyde and all are equipped with seat belts. Pioneer Il apparatus are outited with a {ull selection of automotive accessories to fn the road, The instrument panel has al fof the gauges and indicators necessary for the diver to keep constant checks fon the condition of his apparatus and its power driven equipment ‘A root mounted flashing red ligt that has 360° visibility, a class A fre roling Siren ang two electric trafic harne make Certain thatthe Pioneer I! wll be able ta move quickly and safely thraugh tratic 10}at fan oon Bae i= Equipment storage is no problem on ihe Pioneer Il, There's a total of nine roomy compartments Including seven fenclosed and ‘areas. On both sides ofthe appar are compartments front and rear of rear wheel arch ‘These are single welded assemél rear tenders that are weatherpro. land bolted to the apparatus. other compa rents are locate facing pump, with doors on both sides, All compartment doors ate full box pan full length polished stainless hinges. Latches are chrome plated flush paddle type. All enclosed compartments fare lighted and equipped with automatic {oor Switches. Battery box, radio storage under cab seat and tool box complete compartment layoutfire fighting equipment Aide variety offre fighting and femergency equipment is part of the new Pioneer Il. Starting with ground ladders, the equipment comploment includes suction hose, fire extinguishers, axes, pike poles, lanterns, hydrant connections land every accessory you need for your jab on the scene. Based on particular community and departmental requirements a large selection of optional gear Is avaliable Including fremen’s protective outer wear = a For the very best in fre hose, be sure to speciy "AMERICAN LAFRANCE" brand ‘This quality hose 1s available in all-polyester oF colton-polyester (treated or unireated) Sind may be ordered in any of the nozzle’ hydrant sizes used in the fire service. ‘AMERICAN LAFRANCE” brand is easly Identified by the red, white and blue woven sripes running the length of each section All hose ig warranted for 10 years Specifications for this fire hose were Seveloped to best match the superior performance of American LaFrance ‘Sppavatus.