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SAWTOOTH — Xtreme Type 6
The Sawtooth is configured to surpass all other wildland apparatus on the market.
Model Overview
The Sawtooth is configured to surpass all other wildland apparatus on the market. The unique fire body features an aluminum tubular exoskeleton covered and protected with 3/16" aluminum panels and quarter-inch steel rocker panels on the bottom of the compartments.
The Sawtooth is the premium choice for departments demanding maximum durability in a Type 6 wildland platform. The aluminum exoskeleton / steel rocker panel body construction gives departments an unmatched strength-to-weight ratio for off-road and heavy-use environments. Warn winch adds self-recovery capability in extreme terrain. Tire and lift options allow further customization for the most demanding applications.
Feature Highlights
Standout Features
- Aluminum tubular exoskeleton construction — lightweight yet extremely durable
- 3/16" aluminum panels covering all compartments
- Quarter-inch steel rocker panels on compartment bottoms for off-road impact protection
- 300 Gallon Poly Water Tank
- 12 Gallon Foam Cell
- Darley 1 1/2 AGE Pump with 24 HP Kubota engine
Chassis and Power
- Dodge 5500, 4x4, 4 Door
- Chevy 5500, 4x4, 4 Door
- Ford F550, 4x4, 4 Door
- 6.7L 4V OHV Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel B20
Pump and Water Package
- Darley 1 1/2 AGE Pump, 24 HP Kubota
Operational Fit
The Sawtooth is the premium choice for departments demanding maximum durability in a Type 6 wildland platform. The aluminum exoskeleton / steel rocker panel body construction gives departments an unmatched strength-to-weight ratio for off-road and heavy-use environments. Warn winch adds self-recovery capability in extreme terrain. Tire and lift options allow further customization for the most demanding applications.
At-a-Glance Specs
| Body Frame | Aluminum Tubular Exoskeleton |
|---|---|
| Outer Panels | 3/16" Aluminum |
| Rocker Panels | 1/4" Steel (compartment bottoms) |
| Water Tank | 300 Gallon Poly |
| Foam Cell | 12 Gallon |
| Pump | Darley 1 1/2 AGE, 24 HP Kubota |
| Hose Reel | Hannay with Electric Rewind |
| Winch | Warn Winch |
| Drive | 4x4 |
| Doors | 4 Door |
| Chassis | Dodge 5500, Chevy 5500, or Ford F550 |
| Engine | 6.7L 4V OHV Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel B20 |
| Tire/Lift | Options Available |
| Lighting | Whelen Standard + Tomar / Firetech Options |
BME Model Lineup
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SEQUOIA — Crew Carrier
Crew Carrier
- Tubular construction for safety and structural integrity in wildland and off-road conditions
- Comfortable seating for 10 crew members
- 40,000 BTU A/C system with heater
SIERRA — Mini Pumper
Mini Pumper
- Compact design reaches fires with limited or no road access
- Does not require a special commercial license to operate
- 4WD standard, 2WD available
PAYETTE — Tactical Tender
Tactical Tender
- Pump-and-roll capability for mobile fire suppression
- Front bumper monitor for direct attack
- Dual hose reels for simultaneous deployment
SUMMIT — Wildland Type 3
Wildland Type 3 Engine
- UL rated 1000 GPM primary pump
- 120 GPM auxiliary pump for pump-and-roll operation
- Handles both structural fires and wildland fires from a single platform
TARGHEE — Wildland Model 34 (Type 3)
Wildland Type 3 Engine
- Collaborative design with Cal Fire — built around real operational input
- 4-door, single axle, 4x4 configuration for rough terrain
- Pump & Roll capability with auxiliary pump
PONDEROSA — Type 6
Type 6 — Urban Quick Response
- Rescue body configuration — fire suppression and rescue on one platform
- Integrated 1.5 Darley 24HP Kubota auxiliary pump
- 250-gallon poly water tank
BIGHORN — WUI (Wildland Urban Interface)
Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Engine
- Responds to both structural and wildland fire incidents from one platform
- 1250–1500 GPM Darley or Waterous midship pump
- PTO or Splitshaft pump options
CASCADE — Water Tender
Water Tender
- 3000 Gallon Poly Water Tank — largest capacity in the BME tender line
- 1250 GPM pump (Waterous or Darley)
- 180-degree dump shoot for rapid water offload
TAHOE — Water Tender
Water Tender
- 2000 Gallon Poly Water Tank — largest single-axle tender in BME's lineup
- 500–1500 GPM pump range (Waterous or Darley)
- Meets ISO ratings for insurance classification support
MAMMOTH — Xtreme Tactical Tender
Xtreme Tactical Tender
- 1250 Gallon Poly Water Tank
- 30 Gallon Foam Cell
- Front monitor for direct attack
SAWTOOTH — Xtreme Type 6
Xtreme Type 6
- Aluminum tubular exoskeleton construction — lightweight yet extremely durable
- 3/16" aluminum panels covering all compartments
- Quarter-inch steel rocker panels on compartment bottoms for off-road impact protection
Brochure
Xtreme Type6 Sawtooth Brochure
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