TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

ROSENBAUER AIR CRASH RESCUE and

FIRE FIGHTING VEHICLE

ARFF

4.800 / 600 / 135

Similar to Layout Drawing No. A06030-CA

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T AB L E

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C O N T E N T S

1.

PREAMBLE.......................................................................................................... 3

2.

CONDENSED TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................... 3

3.

CHASSIS.............................................................................................................. 4

4.

DRIVER'S CABIN AND CREW CABIN ................................................................ 5

5.

WATER TANK..................................................................................................... 7

6.

FOAM COMPOUND TANK ................................................................................ 7

7.

CENTRIFUGAL FIRE (WATER) PUMP................................................................ 8

7.1

PRIMING UNIT: ................................................................................................ 9

8.

FOAM PROPORTIONING SYSTEM "FIX-MIX", MODEL NP ......................... 9

9.

FOAM/WATER MONITOR RM 25 E..................................................................10

10. QUICK ATTACK HOSE REELS ..........................................................................11

11. UNDER TRUCK NOZZLES .................................................................................11
12. DRY CHEMICAL POWDER EXTINGUISHING UNIT ......................................11
13. BODYWORK IN GENERAL ................................................................................13
13.1
13.2

PUMP COMPARTMENT ..............................................................................13

LOCKER COMPARTMENT..........................................................................13

14. ELECTRICAL AND COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT.....................................14

15. SUPERSTRUCTURE FINISHING........................................................................14
16. DOCUMENTATION, SPARE PARTS, WARRANTY ............................................14
17. SPECIAL TOOLS ................................................................................................14

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1.

PREAMBLE

The Rosenbauer Air Crash Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicle hereafter referred as to ARFF has
been designed for effective fire fighting in high fire risk areas, like Airports and its vicinity.
The ARFF design includes extinguishing agent water, foam compound and dry powder and can
operate from its own tank supply, fire hydrant or open water sources.
All components of this vehicle are made of approved products, steadily improved and developed
which guarantee reliable, long-lasting performance and safe operation.
It can also operate in desert terrain at high ambient temperature as well as salt laden, high
humidity atmosphere. The all-wheel drive capability and the differential locks in the rear axles,
provide excellent cross-country performance.
The engineering & construction of our products are conducted by procedures following the IQNet
Certificate of Quality Management System ISO 9001 (Registration Number: AT-143/0) and also
OQS Certificate of Quality Management System complying with the requirements of standard
ISO 9001:1994 (Registration No.: 143/0).
In addition, Rosenbauer International AG has also been certified according to the OQS
Certificate of Environmental Management System complying with the requirements of standard
ISO 14001:1996 (Registration No.: 028/0).

2.

CONDENSED TECHNICAL DATA

Acceleration from 0 to 80 km/h:

within

25 sec.

Top speed:

approx.

110 km/h

Angle of approach / departure:

approx.

30 degrees

Interaxle angle:

approx.

22 degrees

Overall length:
Overall height, unladen:
Overall width:

approx.
approx.
approx.

7.990 mm
3.940 mm
2.500 mm

Gross vehicle weights (GVW):

Front axle :
Rear axle:
Operation weight incl. crew:

20.000 kg
9.000 kg
11.500 kg
Will be less than the GVW specified

Kerb weight:

approx.

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11.600 kg

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3.

CHASSIS

Make/Model:
Frame:
Engine:
Make/Model:

Rated Engine output:

Cooling system:

MAN TGA 18.480 / 4x4 BB

C-type longitudinal frame with cross members made of
high tensile re-inforced steel material.
MAN D2876LF12 Euro 3 with cooling and pre-heating
device 4-stroke; 6 cylinders inline; diesel engine, with
direct injection, turbo charger and intercooler, common
rail.
353kW (480 HP) at 1.900 rpm
water forced circulation by pump, tubular finned radiator
with tropical thermostat

Lubrication:

forced feed lubrication with oil cooler

Fuel tank (content):

400 litres, mounted on the R/H side of the vehicle

Electric System:
Alternator:
Starter / Battery:

24 Volt; DC
28V / 80A 2.240 Watt
24 Volt / 2 x 12 V, 155 Ah / batteries are easy
accessible for maintenance purpose.

Battery charger:

A 230 V AC / 50 Hz charging unit.

Automatic Gearbox:

fully automatic 6-speed gearbox, type ZF 6 HP 902

including retarder and EST 146

PTO:
Output Rating:

ZF/HP D05.3, i=1,43 with flange

161 kW at 1.800 rpm engine

Steering:

Power assisted Left Hand Drive (LHD), and adjustable

steering wheel with directional signal control and horn.

Driving Axles:

All wheel drive axles 4x4

Shock-absorbers:
Suspension:

Front axle with telescopic shock absorbers.

Leaf springs on front and rear axle.
stabilizer for front and rear axle

Wheels:

Single wheels on front and rear axle are

interchangeable consist of Tyres - Size 395/85 R 20 &
Rim Size 10.00-20

Spare Wheel:

One spare wheel is temporary mounted on the vehicle

for transport purpose only.

Brakes:
Foot Brake:
Hand Brake:
Engine Brake:
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MAN BrakeMatic with ABS. Dual-circuit pneumatic drum

type on front and rear axle.
Spring loaded and air controlled acting on the rear
wheels.
With constantly open throttle valve.
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Painting / Cabin:
Frame:
Rims:
Bumpers:

Fire Red - RAL 3000

RAL 9005 black
RAL 9005 black
RLA 9010 white

Accessories delivered with the chassis:

Hydraulic vehicle jack and wheel changing tools.
Standard chassis tool supplied by MAN
Tire inflation hose 30m c/w air pressure manometer

4.

DRIVER'S CABIN AND CREW CABIN

Drivers cabin:
Design:

Doors:

Rear mirrrors:
Windshield:
Seats:

Crew Cab:

Dashboard:

Forward control type, hydraulically operated tilting

standard cab; in all steel construction.
The driver's / co-driver cabin is as rigid safety cell,
offers well tuned suspension and ensures best comfort
and excellent all-round vision. It is adequately insulated
against noise, vibration and tropical ambient
temperature range.
Two front doors with wide opening angle up to 90 are
provided with roll-down windows made of safety glass;
crank handle operated.
Adjustable rear mirrors are mounted
Is made of laminated safety glass.
Driver's seat, hihgh comfort, with air suspension,
adjustable
co-driver seat static, with longitudinal + seat back
adjustment
A rear part extention with a seat-bench for 2 fire men,
each with 2 point safety belt, is provided. Head rest /
neck protection is mounted on the rear wall.
The dashboard is equipped with all necessary gauges,
pilot lamps and switches as per MAN standards, and
comprises:

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Speedometer
Oil pressure gauge or warning lamp
Diesel tank gauge
Coolant temperature gauge
Battery charging indicator
Air pressure gauge
Control light direction indicators
Warning light braking system

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Controls:

Located between driver's and co-driver's seat, there is a

control panel for the fire fighting operations. It
comprises:

Alarm System:

Pump pressure gauge (normal pressure)

Water tank contents gauge
Foam compound tank contents gauge
Pilot lamp pump engaged / disengaged
Pilot lamp priming system on/off
Control including pilot lamp for rotating beacons
and electronic siren
Water tank suction line control
Monitor main valve control
Foam admixing control
PTO control, to engage or disengage pump
(mounted separately)

A separate control box, holding all controls and switches

for the Public Address System, is dashboard mounted
within easy reach of the driver or co-driver. This control
box also holds controls and switches for adjusting the
electronic siren just to the required signal and for
simultaneous operation with the Public Address System.

Miscellaneous:

Lettering:

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Windshield wipers and washers

Cab interior illumination
Heating and ventilation unit
Two rear view mirrors
Two sun visors
reverse gear buzzer
Pistol grip for remote controlled monitor RM 25E
Air condition for cabin

In English language where pictograms (sign) do not

serve the purpose.

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5.

WATER TANK

Capacity:

4.800 litres volume

Design:

The water tank is flexible mounted onto the subframe by

means of rubber cone bearings with screw spring
support, and is therefore suitable for even roughest
cross-country operation.

Material:

Glass fibre re-inforced plastic material (GRP)

Tank manifolds:

- Inspection manhole 450 mm inside diameter.

- Pressure and vacuum release.
- Overflow system with spilling prevention.
- Tank drain with 1" ball type valve.
- Electric tank level indicator "Fludometer".
- Baffle plates & anti-swirl plate or a suitable sump.

One hydrant filling inlet is provided on the R/H and L/H side of the vehicle complete with nonreturn valve and removable strainer and manually actuated butterfly valve ND 65 mm and fix and
blind coupling 2 .
All connections and pipes are dimensioned so as to meet all flow requirements and fitted with
easily accessible drain valves.

6.

FOAM COMPOUND TANK

Capacity:
Location:
Design:

Material:
Tank manifolds:

600 litres volume

Integrated in the water tank.
Suitable for transport and storage of all known brands of
synthetic and protein based foam compounds including
AFFF and FFFP.
Same as water tank
- Inspection manhole 450 mm inside diameter.
- Pressure and vacuum release.
- Electric tank level indicator "Fludometer".
- If required, a baffle plate will be mounted in the tank's
interior to prevent a rolling motion of the contents.

One foam tank filling inlet, with Storz-38 mm coupling and blank coupling; filling will be done by
means of a foam compound decanting pump. It can be used also as lateral foam suction inlet
from barrels or drums as well as flushing for the foam proportioning system, by means of a
38 mm hard suction hose.
All pipes used for water & foam tank are made of hot galvanized steel or plastic or rubber hoses,
whatever is the best for the relevant purpose, selected by us.

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7.

CENTRIFUGAL FIRE (WATER) PUMP

Make/Model:

Rosenbauer / N40 one-stage centrifugal fire pump

Output:

4.000 l/min at 10 bar - at tank suction operation.

Location:

Rear mounted behind the water/foam tank (in the rear

of vehicle)

Material:

Sealing:

Housing, impellers and diffuser are made of corrosion

resistant light alloy.
Shaft is made of high grade stainless steel.
Mechanical sealing is used

Drive:

By the vehicle's engine via engine dependent PTO

Manifolds:

Suction line to the tank, with ND 150mm butterfly valve,

manually closed for service activities, otherwise it is
always open.
One (1) rear facing suction inlet, for connection of
5suction hoses, with 5 NS fix coupling, mesh and blind
cap made of light alloy material.
Suction inlet for foam compound, with Storz-38 brass fix
coupling and blind cap. The suction inlet also serves as
inlet for flushing the foam system with fresh water.
Two (2) pressure outlet on each side, ND 65mm c/w
butterfly valve, manually operated with screw down
valve and NH 2 fix and blind coupling (cap) made of
light alloy
Two (2) outlets, each one connected to a first aid hose
reel mounted on left & right side with 38mm ball valve,
manually actuated and pre-connected 30m rigid hose
(inside dia. 25mm) usable for operating pressure up to
16 bar. -. OPTION, only at extra costs
One (1) connecting pipe for RM25E monitor with
electro-pneumatically operated butterfly valve.
One (1) connecting pipe for under truck nozzles with
electro-pneumatically operated ball. . -. OPTION, only
at extra costs
Pressure hoses:6 nos.: collapsible pressure hoses
(63mm) 2 1/2" NH coupling made of aluminium are
stored adjasent to the side pressure outlets.

Pipework:

Water pipework is made of steel, hot dip galvanised,

foam compound pipework is made of plastic material
(Polypropylene) Pipe/valve sizes are designed to
produce a minimum of friction loss when operating the
system.

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Priming Unit:

Rosenbauer; reciprocating, automatic double piston priming pump with electromagnetic clutch is
driven by means of a tooth belt and automatically controlled. It is easy to reach and replace.
Directly joined on top of the pump lantern or gear box whatever is required.
Suction lift:

3,0 m within 7 sec. (in compliance with DIN-standards).

Maximum suction lift:

up to 9 m (attainable vaccuum 90%).

Control Panel located in the pump compartment at the rear center consisting of :
- Auxiliary throttle control for drive engine
- Manometer calibrated from 0 25 bar
- Manovacuummeter 1 bar up to 10 bar
- Water tank and Foam tank level gauge "Fludometer"
- Pilot light for "pump engaged"
- Pilot light for foam operation
- Pilot warning light for low engine oil pressure
- Pilot warning light for engine's coolant
- Pump hour meter
- Illumination of control panel
- Switch for air operated butterfly valve for water tank
suction line
- Switch for air operated ball valve for foam tank suction
*
- Selector switch for pre-setting of foam admixing rate
- Switch for air operated ball valve for water tank filling
from pump
Lettering:

8.

In English language where pictograms

(sign) do not serve the purpose.

FOAM PROPORTIONING SYSTEM "FIX-MIX", MODEL NP

Design:

This
automatic
"Around-the-Pump"
type foam
proportioner makes it possible to induct foam compound
to the water at the correct proportioning ratio,
independent of pump pressure and/or discharge. This
system works in both the high and normal pressure
range of the pump. After the pump has been engaged,
only the foam system has to be switched on, and the
correct percentage of foam compound will be admixed
automatically.

Material:

Metering and proportioning valve in the proportioning

unit are made of gun-metal.

Advantages:
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Since the admixing of foam compound does not have to

be done manually, there is no waste of foam compound.
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The foam proportioning system "FIX MIX" is suited for

all protein and Fluorprotein based foam compounds, as
well as for synthetic foam compounds, including AFFF.

The automatic foam proportioning is done with low

pressure loss and operates within the pump output
range of 100 l/min and maximum pump output, as well
as at a pump pressure between 5 bar and maximum
pump pressure. The rate of admixing can be adjusted at
3% or 6%.

FOAM/WATER MONITOR RM 25 E

Make:

Rosenbauer

Type:

RM 25 E, with O-stream nozzle, without barrel.

Location:

On the cab's roof.

Control:

Electronic remote control from inside the cabin, by a

single hand "slave type" pistol shape joy-stick, which will
always indicate the direction of the monitor.

Emergency control:

In case of electric failure, the monitor can be operated

manually from the roof of the vehicle, by a worm gear
control.

Operation ranges:

Foam straight stream

Water straight stream
Foam dispersed pattern
Water dispersed pattern

O-stream nozzle:

For producing a dispersed pattern or a full stream, with

continuous adjustment. Control from inside the cabin.

Output:

2.400 l/min at 10 bar

Output reduction:

If desired, the output can be reduced to 50%, simply by

actuating a control
on the monitor control panel in the cabin.
In this case, the monitor throw will be reduced by at
least 10 metres.

Expansion:

Foam expansion will be between 1:3 and 1:6,

depending on type of foam compound used.

Rotation:

270 degrees

Elevation:

0 - 70 degrees

Depression:

From zero to maximum minus 15 degrees. Due to the

special shape of the cab and the contours of the

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throw: 55 m
throw: 60 m
11 m wide
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working deck, the depression angle may be smaller

when measured over the rotating beacons, ladder
fixtures, etc. The monitor movements are automatically
controlled in such a way, that vehicle mounted obstacles
like rotating beacons, ladder fixtures etc. will not be hit
by the monitor.
Searchlight:

In order to facilitate night operations, a monitor mounted

searchlight is provided.

Casing:

For extra protection, the monitor body is fitted with a

glass fibre reinforced polyester casing.

10. QUICK ATTACK HOSE REELS

OPTION, only at extra costs
Two (2) hose reels, one (1) on each side with electric rewind facility and manually actuated ball
valve is mounted complete with 30 m pre-connected rigid rubber hose (inside diameter 25 mm)
and Rosenbauer jet / spray nozzle NEPIRO with foam tube.
Discharge rate:
175 lpm at 10bar
Throw distance:
approx. 15 m
Location:
Left and right below water tank for better access

11. UNDER TRUCK NOZZLES

OPTION, only at extra costs
Design:
Control switch:
Discharge rate:
Location:

Two (2) ground sweep nozzles and two (2) underground

protection nozzles are fitted on the vehicle.
mounted on the dashboard inside the cabin.
75 lpm each approx.
Two (2) in front of front axle and two (2) in front of first
rear axle

12. DRY CHEMICAL POWDER EXTINGUISHING UNIT

Model:
Location:

P 135
In the front storage locker

Design:

One dry powder vessel (operating pressure 14 bar)

holding 135 kg of "ABC" type dry chemical powder
model "Euro Troxin suitable and approved for the
following fire classes:
Class A: Fires involving common combustibles such as
wood, grass, paper, plastics and rubber.
Class B: Fires involving flammable liquids such as
kerosene, diesel fuel, oil and petrol.
Class C: Fires involving flammable gasses like LPG,
Natural gas, and acetylene.

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(Class E): This is not a class of fire per se but is used to

refer to electrical fires.
Working pressure:

The dry chemical powder container is laid out for an

operational pressure of 12 to 13 bar and all safety
valves are set to blow off at 14 bar.

Painting:

The dry powder container, as well as the relevant

pipework, is painted in the same colour as the main
colour of the vehicle.

Standards:

The dry chemical powder container is made in

accordance with the prevailing German standards for
design and manufacturing of pressure vessels "ADMerkbltter" B 0, 1, 3 and W 1. All materials used are as
per DIN standards. The manufacturing process is under
supervision of the German TV (Federal Technical
Supervision Agency) and a copy of the test certificates
will be delivered with the powder unit.

Control panel:

Mounted on the left hand side of the dry powder

container, and provided with all necessary controls and
gauges. Panel illuminated and lettered in English. The
panel comprises:

Lever for pressurising the powder container

Lever for powder discharge left hand hose

Lever for powder discharge right hand hose

Control for flushing the left hand hose

Control for flushing the right hand hose

Control for depressurising the powder container

Pressure gauge for powder container

Pressure gauge for nitrogen cylinder, with a ball
type valve fitted directly after the gauge to prevent
the filling of the container during testing.

Inert Gas:

One 25 litres capacity nitrogen cylinder, filled at a

pressure of 150 bar, serves as expelling gas for the drychemical powder. The filling pressure is related to a
temperature of 15 degrees Centigrade. Testing
pressure of the cylinders is 300 bar. The nitrogen used
is 99% pure, with a maximum steam content of 30 ppm.
The cylinder is painted black (RAL 9005) as per
EN1089-3:1997, and clearly marked "NITROGEN" in
English. Pressurising time of the powder container will
be approx. 12-15 seconds.

Hoses:

Two collapsible powder hoses, each 30 m long, 38 mm

internal diameter, provided with light alloy Storz-C type
couplings with safety pins. The hoses are stored in a
box, which allow for fast deployment. The end of each
hose is fitted with a trigger operated powder nozzle,
output 5 kg/sec. Throw range at still air is approx. 8
metres.

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13. BODYWORK IN GENERAL

Manufacturer:
General Design:

Rosenbauer
Pump compartment, locker compartment and water /
foam tank are mounted on the sub-frame. This subframe itself is fix mounted onto the chassis frame.
Provision is made for all major vehicle components to
be removed in an easy way.
For this purpose, lifting eyes are provided, wherever
feasible. This ensures that removal and replacement do
not entail unacceptable down time.
Hand rails are fixed on the roof and adjacent to all exit
doors and steps to provide safe and easy access to /
into the vehicle.

Mud guards:

Made of a combination of glass fibre reinforced

polyester and light alloy. Provided with rubber mud
flaps.

13.1 PUMP COMPARTMENT

Rear mounted behind the water / foam tank; made of light alloy material. It is closed by means of
lockable light alloy roller shutters on both sides. All profiles are embedded in a special type of
plastic material to reduce the noise. An automatic switch ensures immediate illumination of the
respective locker opening.
Roof of this compartment is painted with anti skid paint.
The middle part of rear wall is covered with an easy removable door plate in order to provide
easy access from the rear end into the compartment for service and maintenance work.
Two steps are mounted underneath the compartment to provide easy access into the pump
compartment for service and maintenance.
A rear access ladder above level ground , made of light alloy is mounted on the rear wall (R/H
side) of the pump compartment and provides access to the working deck.

13.2 LOCKER COMPARTMENT

Mid mounted behind the cabin; made of light alloy material. It is closed by means of lockable light
alloy roller shutter on both sides. All profiles are embedded in a special type of plastic material to
reduce the noise. An automatic switch ensures immediate illumination of the respective locker
opening.
Roof of this compartment is painted with anti skid paint.
Two steps are mounted underneath the compartment to provide easy access into the pump
compartment for service and maintenance.

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14. ELECTRICAL AND COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

Traffic

Illumination:

Rotating beacons:
Speaker:

P.A. system:

In complianc with national highway codes, comprising

head lights, brake / stop lights, trafficators, back-up
light, 2 fog lights , reverse light and reverse warning
signal and licence and plate illumination.
Lighting system for the interior of the cab, pump
compartment
and
storage
lockers.
Automatic
illumination is provided when opening any door, or roller
shutter.
2 red rotating beacons are mounted and installed on the
cabin roof
A 100 Watt loudspeaker serves for transmission of the
siren signals and is also part of the Public Address
system.
Integrated Public Address system, complete with a
cabin mounted hand microphone and external
loudspeaker.

VHF Radio:

OPTION, only at extra costs

Siren:

Model PA 300 "WAIL - YELP". This siren is an

advanced, efficient, full-featured electronic siren. The
PA 300 is protected against all failure modes by a fuse
that is replaceable without tools.

15. SUPERSTRUCTURE FINISHING

Painting / Cabin:
Frame:
Rims:
Bumpers:
Corrosion Protection:

Tire pressure lettering:

Logo:

Fire Red - RAL 3000

RAL 9005 black
RAL 9005 black
RLA 9010 white
Corrosion protection will be provided according to
Rosenbauer ISO 9001 standard, wherever this is
required.
above the wheels, in bar.
in simple white letters as per client's specifications.

16. DOCUMENTATION, SPARE PARTS, WARRANTY

2 sets of technical documentation like operation, maintenance and repair manuals for
chassis, fire fighting systems will be provided in English language.
A warranty period of 12 months for the complete vehicle is confirmed.
We also guarantee the supply of spare parts for a period of more than 10 years after
warranty expiry date.

17. SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools are not required and the standard tool set is supplied free of charge.

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