The World Encyclopedia Of Fire Engines

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Updated history and encyclopedia of fire engines from all over the world, with an A-Z of fire engine manufacturers.

Walt McCall's out of print and outdated book, American Fire Apparatus Since 1900 in the Crestline Series, has been referred to as the "Bible" and is the number one reference source recommended by fire apparatus enthusiasts. The old book was arranged by year and required a lot of reading and searching to research individual companies and their fire trucks. Well, now the new "Bible," is here! From Abbott & Downing to Zwak, this comprehensive volume combines company histories, innovations and hundreds of photographs to present the story of American fire engine manufacturing.

The Ultimate Book of Fire Engines and Firefighting * With 700 archive and contemporary photographs, many of them previously unpublished, The Ultimate Book of Fire Engines and Firefighting is the definitive book for every fire truck enthusiast. * Contains an illustrated photographic history of firefighting from Roman times to the present day, and charts the development of the fire truck from simple manual pumps to one of the most sophisticated and high-profile vehicles. * Includes an A-Z of 165 of the world's best-known fire truck manufacturers. Each entry features a comprehensive company history and is illustrated with archive and contemporary images of the engines manufactured. Chassis manufacturers, coach-builders and special appliance makers are all included.

Technical specifications are provided for at least one fire engine from eahc manufacturer, providing key elements of design, performance and innovations.

Describes the vehicles, equipment, and clothing used by fire fighters.