The Penn Yan Fire Department and Hydrant Hose Company have taken delivery of its newest engine.  Pierce was awarded the bid for their new Velocity chassis. The new Velocity chassis includes several features to promote firefighter and public safety.  This will also be a first for the PYFD as it will include a top mount pump panel, this will aid in fire scene visibility and help the pump operator stay in constant contact with firefighters at all times.  The engine will be in service by the second week of March when it returns from Churchville after retrofitting with our current equipment.

Specifications include:

• 435 Cummings Diesel 
• Allison 4000 Transmission
• Independent Front Suspension
• One Piece Asymmetrical Safety Windshield
• 6 Crew Seating
  
• 1250 GPM
• 1000 Gallon Tank
• Husky 12 Foam System W/Onboard 30 Gallon Tank