Emergency One Fire Apparatus 1974-2007

Emergency One Fire Apparatus 1974-2007

This book tracks the rapid rise of E-One from a small Florida startup to a major player in the fire apparatus industry. You'll see how their unique manufacturing methods changed how fire trucks are built in the United States.

The narrative starts in 1974 in Ocala, Florida, where the company began its growth. It explains how E-One disrupted the market by using pre-built interchangeable modules on commercial truck chassis.

You'll learn how this approach allowed them to deliver complete fire trucks in 30-60 days, a massive improvement over the six months to a year required by competitors. The book covers the company's evolution into the second-largest player in the industry.

Each chapter focuses on specific models, tracing the history from the earliest rigs to the most recent designs. It also covers the introduction of the Hurricane cab-forward chassis in 1984.

The book uses colorful photos to illustrate the technical designs and historical milestones of the brand.

What's Inside

• The 1974 beginnings in Ocala, Florida
• The shift to pre-built interchangeable modules
• Comparison of 30-60 day delivery times versus competitors
• The 1984 Hurricane cab-forward chassis
• History of E-One's rise to the second-largest industry position
• Model-by-model coverage of fire apparatus
• Full-color photography of various rigs

Who It's For

• Fire apparatus enthusiasts
• Collectors of emergency vehicle history
• Fans of E-One fire trucks