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.
Booth Tanker 382 was fast to load and unload and did a good job hauling water during the drill.
Cam lock fittings made for quick connecting and disconnecting operations.
Nothing fancy...just a couple of over the top fills.
