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Chicago Fire Department: Engine Companies over the years. Part 1
Another set of photos showcasing some classic firefighting vehicles here in Chicago:
I wanted to share more about the history of the city’s fire department equipment and highlight some of the different manufacturers that have been involved over the years. Big thanks go out to Squad546 for letting me use these awesome pictures. It seemed fitting to gather all the old Ford/E-One rigs together for comparison.
Take a look at these beauties:
Former Engine 5 – This 1982 Ford/E-One rig is shown returning from a call back in 1995. The retro styling really stands out.
Former Engine 8 – Another 1982 Ford/E-One, but this one captured as it was heading out on a run around the same time period.
Former Engine 13 – Still another example of the same model year Ford/E-One combo.
Former Engine 61 – Also a 1982 Ford/E-One, this particular vehicle once held the distinction of being one of the busiest engines in the entire country. Unfortunately, they’ve since decommissioned this station, converting it into an EMS field division office.
Former Engine 78 – Here we see a slightly older 1976 Ford/Pierce model that has undergone a refurbishment.
Former Engine 113 – Yet another 1982 Ford/E-One unit.
Former Engine 127 (located at Midway Airport) – A rare 1982 Ford/E-One with a unique deck gun design. I've never seen anything quite like it before—very interesting!
And finally, Former Engine 13 (again!) – Captured here in 1996 while serving as a spare for Engine 42.
These photos really take me back to a different era when these trucks roamed the streets. There's just something special about seeing how far firefighting technology has come since then.
[Attached are several high-quality images of each vehicle mentioned above. Each comes with detailed captions providing additional context.]
It’s always fascinating to explore the past through such tangible reminders of our firefighting heritage. These classic engines remind us not only of the brave men and women who protected our communities but also of the evolving nature of fire safety technology over the decades.