About the Kennedy Space Center ARFF–Striker 1950 Fire Truck
With man’s desire to explore space, specialized equipment is needed. Even with the most advanced technology, accidents happen. Quick response firefighters are on high alert during launches at the Kennedy Space Center. Of course, fires and accidents caused by space exploration vehicles require specialized firefighting equipment. At the front of any incident is the ARFF Striker 1950 Fire Truck.
The Striker Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting vehicle is a purpose-built machine for combating the volatile nature of aircraft fires. The ARFF is built using a fiberglass body and state-of-the-art command center with centerline steering and backlit control panel. A wraparound windscreen increases visibility for the five-man crew. The crew can control the roof and front bumper–mounted turrets from inside the cabin, shielding them from exposure. The ARFF uses both traditional water and foam tanks. Foam is essential for combating fires centered around jet fuel. Rounding out the vehicle’s specialized tools are a central tire inflation system, hydraulic generator, mechanical rear axle steering, and an air conditioning unit to keep the crew cool on a hot day. Kennedy Space Center is a specialized space vehicle launching facility, which requires equally specialized equipment to keep it safe.
Specifications:
3,000-US-gallon (11,000 l) water tank
420-US-gallon (1,600 l) foam tank
500 pounds (230 kg) of dry chemical
460 pounds (210 kg) of Halotron 1
Engine 16.0 L Diesel V8 700 hp/ 2000 ft-lb torque
Transmission 7-speed automatic
Wheelbase 267 in (6.8 m)
Curb weight 87,000 lb (39,463 kg)
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Additional information about this Brickmania® custom building kit:
This bold kit features a steerable 6x6 configuration, as well as opening doors on the front and rear cargo area. Multiple posable nozzles and extendable boom make this perfect for your Space Race collection or MOC display.
Model Statistics:
Designed by John Canepa
1052 LEGO® & BrickArms® elements
2x custom minifigs
29 additional custom printed elements
Full-color printed building instructions
1/35th scale to match other Brickmania kits
Advanced skill level (6-8 years building experience recommended)
All Brickmania® model kits are made of new-condition LEGO® bricks. This model comes disassembled and includes complete printed building instructions. This is a limited-edition kit and production may be discontinued at any time.
This is not a LEGO® Product. LEGO and the LEGO minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this product. The LEGO Group is not liable for any loss, injury or damage arising from the use or misuse of this product.
