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The S-Model was a custom chassis line made by the Maxim Motor Company, from 1960, until 1987; a few years before the company went out of business in 1989. The S-Model was a cab-forward (as opposed to Maxim's other product line, the F-Model, which was a cab-over), and received a couple redesigns over the several decades in was in production.

History & Specifications[]

First Generation (1960-ca. mid-1970s)[]

The first generation featured a rounded hood and fenders, a curved bumper, and a smaller engine compartment compared to the later models.

  • Engine - Waukesha gas or Cummins/Detroit diesel (6-cylinder 240 or 265hp, or 8-cylinder 320hp)
  • Pump - Hale 500 to 2,000gpm
  • Tank - 300 to 1,000 gallons
  • Aerials - 65 to 85' mid-mounts or 100' tractor-drawn

Second Generation (ca. mid-1970s-1987)[]

The second generation was redesigned with a larger engine compartment, which was more angular and squared-off (as were the fenders). The grille now included more chrome, the front bumper was straightened out, and the windshield was made larger.

Gallery[]

Sources[]

  • Smith, Howard T. Maxim Fire Apparatus Photo History. Hudson, WI: Iconografix, 2004. ISBN 9781583881118
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