TFD and other Japanese fire departments have occasionally bought imported equipment, but this is rare - because there are numerous quality truck chassis manufacturers and fire truck builders in Japan.
But nobody in Japan builds anything like a Unimog. So, these are quite popular in this country with its rugged countryside and exposure to earthquakes, which can destroy roads and water mains as well as buildings.
In addition to brush pumpers, rescues and tankers, one primary role is to relay water over long distances utilizing large diameter hoses.
But nobody in Japan builds anything like a Unimog. So, these are quite popular in this country with its rugged countryside and exposure to earthquakes, which can destroy roads and water mains as well as buildings.
In addition to brush pumpers, rescues and tankers, one primary role is to relay water over long distances utilizing large diameter hoses.
Added by Rob Johnson on 22 November 2019.