What's On Your Tanker #66 - No Frills Fills

 
By President Mark Davis
March 12, 2026
 

Here are some photos from our 2010 seminar in Autauga County, Alabama, where participants observed a variety of tankers used for hauling water. Booth Volunteer Fire Department's Tanker 382, with a 1,500-gallon capacity, stood out due to its loading style. Instead of using control valves, it relied on over-the-top fill pipes for loading. This approach was typical for vehicles from that era in southern climates. Equipment and technology have advanced significantly since then, but it is notable that Tanker 382 was able to perform effectively during water shuttle operations.