This is from Bill Friedrich:
In this series, I'll take a look at the history of each of the Turret Wagons, starting with number 6-7-1.
Organized at 1244 N. Orleans on December 14, 1961
(G-164) 1961 Willy’s Jeep. The FD repair shops built the body and installed a high-pressure monitor capable of flowing 2000-gpm.
Disbanded on February 25, 1977
Chicago FD Turret Wagon 6-7-1. Bill Friedrich photo
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Organized on June 20, 1978 @ 55 W. Illinois St
(G-374) 1975 Chevy C20. In 1978, the CFD Shops fabricated and installed the body with twin Eastman high-pressure monitors, capable of flowing 4000-gpm.
Chicago FD Turret Wagon 6-7-1. Bill Friedrich photo
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Organized on February 8, 1986
(G-366) 1975 Mack MB607T. In 1976, the CFD Shops built the body with twin stang hydraulic high-pressure deluge monitors, capable of flowing 20,000-gpm.
Chicago FD Turret Wagon 6-7-1. Bill Friedrich photo
Click here to see the first installment in the series on the CFD turret history.
This series offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of Chicago Fire Department's Turret Wagons over the years. From early models like the 1961 Willy’s Jeep to the powerful 1975 Mack MB607T, each unit was built to handle massive water flows for major fire incidents. These vehicles were not just machines—they were critical tools in protecting the city. As we continue this journey, we’ll explore how technology and design improved over time, and what made each wagon unique. Stay tuned for more stories from Bill Friedrich’s collection.
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