New 4 × 4 fire truck for the fire brigade: security for 870,000 people!

New 4 × 4 fire truck for the fire brigade: security for 870,000 people!

Noord-en Oost-Gelderland, Niederlande - On March 6, 2025, the Ziegler Brandweertechniek B.V. The first brand new 4 × 4 fire engine with a special forest fire package to the security region NOord-en Oost-Gelderland (VNOG). This is the start of an impressive delivery within the framework of a contract for a total of 75 fire engines, which was signed in September 2022. The unit now handed over, an HLF-W, is based on a robust Volvo FMX 420, which was specially designed for challenging areas of application.

already 16 vehicles of the type HLF 4 × 2 have been delivered, while the remaining vehicles are gradually added by 2026. The new HLF-W impresses with a massive capacity of operations with a fire water tank of 3,700 liters and a progressive LED light bar, which radiates up to 20,000 lumens. In addition, the water supply is ensured by the powerful Ziegler low-pressure pump FPN 10-3000-2H, which is powered by a punch shaft in standard operation and has the ability to switch to a hydraulic drive in order to be able to work efficiently while driving.

technical innovations in use

This new fire engine is characterized by numerous technical innovations, including front spray nozzles and a quick attack unit that supports fast extinguishing measures with a performance of up to 250 liters per minute. This modern technology is particularly important for the security region, which protects over 870,000 people on an area of ​​3,000 km². With this delivery, Ziegler again sets standards in terms of security, functionality and performance in the fire service, including the press release from Ziegler.

The comprehensive order over a total of 75 vehicles includes different types, including 4 × 2 TS base, TS-Base 4 × 4 and TS Combi 4 × 4, each with different areas of application. This technical advances aim to maximize the efficiency and security of the fire departments in the region and to support emergency planning and disaster prevention, reports Ziegler.