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GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine
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GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine
The ERF pump escape attached to Millwall fire station, the latest addition to the Brigades appliance fleet. It was a dual-purpose appliance that could carry either the 50 foot wheeled escape ladder or the 30 foot extension ladder. In addition the fire engine pictured is carrying two hook ladders, and a first floor ladder which could be attached to the escape ladder to give it extra height
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1973 Addition Appliance Diesel Dual Engines Escape Extension Extra Foot Height Hook Ladder Ladders Millwall Pump Pumps Purpose Vehicles Wheeled Firefighting
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This photograph showcases the GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine, a dual-purpose appliance that graced the firefighting scene at Millwall Fire Station in the 1970s. The latest addition to the London Fire Brigade's appliance fleet, this fire engine was a true workhorse, capable of carrying either the 50-foot wheeled escape ladder or the 30-foot extension ladder. The versatility of this vehicle was further enhanced by the presence of two hook ladders and a first floor ladder, which could be attached to the escape ladder to provide additional height. The GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine, with its distinctive design and powerful diesel engine, was a common sight on the streets of London during the 1970s. The era of the 1970s, often referred to as the "Seventies," was a time of significant change and progress in the field of firefighting. This vehicle, with its advanced features and capabilities, was a testament to the evolution of firefighting technology during that period. The London Fire Brigade, which has a rich history dating back to 1865, continued to expand its fleet with innovative and effective appliances like the GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine. This engine, with its dual-purpose design, enabled firefighters to tackle various types of fires and emergencies with greater efficiency and safety. The addition of the GLC-LFB ERF diesel pump-escape fire engine to the Millwall Fire Station fleet was a significant step forward in the Brigade's mission to protect the people and property of London.
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