This may have a subtlety different specification, but it does look exactly like a standard Mercedes factory crew cab with a commonplace TLF 1624 specification, dating from the mid 1950s. The 1624 was a standard German water tender according to a DIN set of norms. It had a 1600 LPM pump, a 2400 liter water tank, a six seat cab and a defined set of equipment. From looking at it, this unit has a few minor deviations from standard.
First, it is not 4X4, which is a bit unusual for a TLF. Second, it has no ladders, although of course this does not mean it did never carry any. Third, the foam compound canisters are a bit of a rarity, but they too are not that exceptional.
I cannot read the bodybuilder name on the rear door; it could be either a German firm or more likely a local manufacturer, but it looks very German in style and configuration.
First, it is not 4X4, which is a bit unusual for a TLF.
Second, it has no ladders, although of course this does not mean it did never carry any.
Third, the foam compound canisters are a bit of a rarity, but they too are not that exceptional.
I cannot read the bodybuilder name on the rear door; it could be either a German firm or more likely a local manufacturer, but it looks very German in style and configuration.
Added by Rob Johnson on 24 August 2023.