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TARGHEE — Wildland Model 34 (Type 3)
The Targhee is one of BME most popular Type 3 configurations.
Model Overview
The Targhee is one of BME most popular Type 3 configurations. This model is a collaborative design between Cal Fire and BME with an emphasis on comfort, enhancements to pump layout, custom compartmentation, and efficiency. It is tried and true to what wildland firefighters need on the frontlines.
The preferred Type 3 configuration for Cal Fire-style operations. Emphasis on firefighter comfort during extended deployments, efficient pump panel layout, and custom compartmentation that keeps crews organized and effective on the line.
Feature Highlights
Standout Features
- 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
- UPF 500 Gallon Poly Water Tank
- 20 Gallon Foam Cell
- FoamPro 1600 Foam System
Chassis and Power
- International HV507 — 4 Door, Single Axle, 4x4
- Cummins ISL 350 HP
- Allison 3000
Pump and Water Package
- Darley (primary and auxiliary)
- Waterous (primary and auxiliary)
Operational Fit
The preferred Type 3 configuration for Cal Fire-style operations. Emphasis on firefighter comfort during extended deployments, efficient pump panel layout, and custom compartmentation that keeps crews organized and effective on the line.
At-a-Glance Specs
| Configuration | 4 Door, Single Axle, 4x4 |
|---|---|
| Water Tank | UPF 500 Gallon Poly |
| Foam Cell | 20 Gallon |
| Foam System | FoamPro 1600 |
| Pump | Darley or Waterous (primary + auxiliary) |
| Pump Capability | Pump and Roll with Auxiliary |
| Plumbing | Stainless Steel TIG-Welded |
| Body Construction | Welded Steel |
| Hose Reel | Hannay with Electric Rewind |
| Console | Custom Fabricated Center Console |
| Chassis | International HV507 |
| Engine | Cummins ISL 350 HP |
| Transmission | Allison 3000 |
| Lighting | Whelen Standard + Tomar / Firetech Options |
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