The Sky-Boom is an aerial firefighting device originally developed by NovaQuintech Corporation and acquired by Pierce Manufacturing in 1997.
NovaQuintech originally produced three different models of the Sky-Boom:
- B55 : 55', two sections telescoping boom
- B60 : 60', two sections telescoping boom
- B75 : 75', three sections telescoping boom
Pierce offers the Sky-Boom in two different models, a 55' or 61' reach (16.76 m or 18.59 m).
Sky-Boom | |
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Production | 1993-1997 (NovaQuintech) 1997-present (Pierce) |
Custom Chassis | Enforcer Impel Velocity |
Aerial Extension Capacity | 55' or 61' vertical 45'-5" or 51' horizontal |
Operating Range | -5° to 85° |
Payload Capacity | 500 lbs. dry 250 lbs. wet |
Water Flow Capacity | 1000 US GPM |
Stabilizers | 1 set of A-style outriggers (12'-10" spread) |
Body Styles | Various configuration available |
Tank Capacity | Varies depending on configuration |
PUC Configuration | Available |