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SEQUOIA — Crew Carrier
The Sequoia was developed in collaboration with Cal Fire to address their specific needs in a crew carrier.
Model Overview
The Sequoia was developed in collaboration with Cal Fire to address their specific needs in a crew carrier. This build is tubularly constructed to not only provide safety but meet the demands of wildland firefighting and off-road driving while still providing a high level of comfort to the occupants. The Sequoia delivers additional closet storage in the rear of the body.
Developed specifically for crew transport in wildland firefighting environments. Well suited for agencies operating in rugged terrain requiring a vehicle that balances crew safety, comfort, and off-road capability.
Feature Highlights
Standout Features
- 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
- Whelen Warning Light Package
- Ample internal and external storage
- Additional rear closet storage compartment
Chassis and Power
- Freightliner M2 106
- International MV 607
- Cummins L-9 350 HP
- Cummins L-9 330 HP
Operational Fit
Developed specifically for crew transport in wildland firefighting environments. Well suited for agencies operating in rugged terrain requiring a vehicle that balances crew safety, comfort, and off-road capability.
At-a-Glance Specs
| Seating Capacity | 10 |
|---|---|
| A/C | 40,000 BTU with Heater |
| Lighting | Whelen Warning Light Package |
| Chassis | Freightliner M2 106 or International MV 607 |
| Engine | Cummins L-9 350 HP or 330 HP |
| Seating Brand | Valor M Series or H.O. Bostrom |
| Custom Paint | Available |
| Custom Striping | Available |
BME Model Lineup
Compare the BME lineup by category, body style, and apparatus package from one place.
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
