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CFD Apparatus History – Ward LaFrance (1967)
In 1967, the Chicago Fire Department faced a pressing need for new fire engines. They turned to Ward LaFrance for assistance, and in response, the company provided four units. One of these was assigned to Engine 42 (D-327), equipped with a 1,000-GPM pump and a 500-gallon water tank. Later on, this engine was reassigned to Engine 46.
A photo from the George Brown collection shows the original setup of Engine 42, with small unit numbers on the driver's door. Another image, taken by Jack Connors, highlights the officer’s side of the vehicle when it was first delivered, capturing its early appearance.
Later, Shop #D-327 was moved to Engine 46, where larger company number decals were added, making the unit number more visible. This change reflects how the department adapted the vehicles over time.
The other three engines were delivered with a more powerful 1,250-GPM pump and a smaller 350-gallon water tank. These were assigned to Engine 34 (D-332), Engine 54 (D-333), and Engine 11 (D-334). Compared to the earlier model assigned to Engine 42, these units had a taller body, a polished pump panel instead of painted panels, and no flood lights. The cab featured an extended bumper with a bell, siren, and front intake, along with a protective panel under the windshield to prevent paint damage. The rear canopy also had a unique shape that differed from both earlier and later models.
Engine 34, for example, received one of these upgraded units. A photo by Jack Connors shows the vehicle after white decals were added to make the company number more legible. This detail illustrates how the department gradually updated its fleet with clearer markings.
Shop #D-333, originally assigned to Engine 54, was later reassigned to Engine 99 and then to Engine 107. Unlike the others, this particular unit came with a single flood light, suggesting some variation in the production or delivery process.
Another image shows Shop #D-334, which started as Engine 11 and later became Engine 98. It features the CFD scramble emblem on the driver’s door and the company number beneath the windshield. Finally, the same unit was assigned to Engine 107, where modifications included raised hard suction trays to better organize hose storage above the lower compartments.
These historical details provide insight into how the Chicago Fire Department managed its equipment during this period, reflecting both functional needs and evolving design standards.
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