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The color of fire trucks (part 10) Division 10
In this latest chapter of *The Color of Fire Trucks* series, we’ll be diving into some of the departments within MABAS Division 10. These departments showcase a variety of firefighting vehicles with distinct color schemes and designs.
First up is the Clarendon Hills Fire Department, known for their unique white-over-bright-yellow color scheme. Currently, they operate a fleet of four units adhering to this striking color pattern. One of their notable pieces of equipment includes a 1986 Pierce TeleSqurt mounted on a Mack CF chassis. This particular engine, Engine 349, boasted a 1,500-gallon-per-minute (GPM) pump and carried 500 gallons of water. As captured by Larry Shapiro, this piece of equipment remains a testament to their operational efficiency.
Next, we move to the Darien-Woodridge Fire Protection District, whose apparatus predominantly features a classic red-and-white combination. Their newest acquisition is a solid red vehicle, marking a significant shift away from the lime-green units that once dominated their fleet. The lime-green apparatus, which served them well for many years, is now being retired, reflecting a modernization effort within the department.
Shifting gears slightly, the Riverside Fire Department once operated a lime-green Seagrave engine alongside another unit—a Chevy/E-ONE light rescue. This latter vehicle was similar to those used by the neighboring Forest View Fire Department. Interestingly, Forest View also incorporated one of the popular small DOT-spec rescue squads into their fleet, specifically an E-ONE-built unit on a GMC chassis. Unlike most of their other equipment, this particular rescue vehicle stood out as the only non-red rig in their inventory.
Another standout department is Hinsdale, where for many years, all apparatus came in a black-over-yellow color scheme. Even today, except for their 2008 Spartan/Rosenbauer/Metz tower ladder, the majority of their fleet retains these traditional hues. Among their notable acquisitions was a 1982 E-ONE Protector IV engine, Engine 343, which featured a Hendrickson chassis, an 1871-W cab, and a robust 1,250-GPM pump with 500 gallons of water capacity.
Over at Westmont, their fire department introduced a single non-red rig back in 1978. This vehicle, a white-and-lime engine from FTI, was built on a Pemfab chassis with their distinctive “wedge†(Model 932-T) cab. It was equipped with a 1,250-GPM pump and held 500 gallons of water, making it a vital part of their operational setup during its time.
Willow Springs Fire Department took a bold step by purchasing a black E-ONE tower ladder in 2001. Known as Tower 600, this 95-foot vehicle sported a 1,500-GPM pump and carried 300 gallons of water on a Cyclone chassis. Rumor has it that a local developer commissioned this unusual black tower ladder as part of a large-scale construction project in the area.
Lastly, let’s explore the Argonne National Laboratory Fire Department, which constructed their own brush truck using a 1975 International Harvester (IHC) pickup. Nicknamed Brush 75, this vehicle featured a 70-GPM pump and a 250-gallon water tank. As the sole non-red vehicle in their fleet, it stands as a unique example of their resourcefulness and adaptability.
The Western Springs Fire Department also experimented with white apparatus earlier in their history. A particularly noteworthy example is a 1981 Pierce Arrow engine, one of the early models featuring an Oshkosh chassis. Engine 437, with its 1,500-GPM pump and 750-gallon water capacity, exemplified the department’s commitment to performance and reliability. While their current fleet is predominantly red and white, this unit highlights their past experimentation with different color schemes.
Finally, the Romeoville Fire Department briefly ventured into the realm of non-red vehicles with a 1979 E-ONE DOT light-duty rescue mounted on a Ford F-350 chassis. What makes this stand out is that most DOT-spec rescue units were typically delivered in lime green. This white unit remains an interesting anomaly in their otherwise standard red fleet.
Another fascinating case is the McCook Fire Department, which underwent multiple color changes over the years. Initially, they operated red apparatus, transitioning to bright yellow for several years before finally settling on the current red-and-white scheme. Among their yellow units was a 1979 Seagrave engine, Engine 379, equipped with a 1,250-GPM pump and a 500-gallon water capacity. This evolution reflects the ever-changing priorities and aesthetics of firefighting departments across the region.
Each department's choice of colors and equipment speaks volumes about their identity and operational needs. From the bold whites and yellows of Clarendon Hills to the classic reds of McCook, these vehicles serve not only as tools for firefighting but also as symbols of community pride and professionalism.