Impel™

Overview

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This isn't a one-size-fits all industry.

Impel

Each community has its own unique needs. Departments have the option of sticking with tried and true components and systems or selecting upgraded options. As part of the Velocity generation of chassis, the Impel is able to provide improved cab space, enhanced visibility through a single-piece panoramic windshield and the safety and comfort of PS6® seats.

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Highlights

Impel

360° Protection From Every Angle comes standard for enhanced firefighter safety
Quick access service hood provides for easy routine maintenance
Single-piece bonded windshield for increased visibility

More Features

Medium-block engine, up to 450 HP, for outstanding performance
Thickest firewall in the industry to keep firefighters safe and reduce noise
Pierce’s exclusive PS6® seats for comfort and safety
TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension for smooth ride and better braking performance
Larger, deeper door handles accommodate a gloved hand to make entry and exit safer and quicker
Frontal & Side Roll Protection system available for enhanced firefighter safety

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ENGINE

Cummins ISL 9

ENGINE HORSEPOWER

370 – 450 HP

TRANSMISSION

Allison 3000 EVS

ALTERNATOR

270 – 340 Amp

FRONT GAWR (maximum)

22,800 Lb.

FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION

TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension

CRAMP ANGLE (maximum)

45°

REAR GAWR (maximum)

54,000 Lb.

REAR AXLE SUSPENSION

Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem

FRAME RAIL

13-3/8”

CAB WIDTH

100”

CAB LENGTH

60”, 70” or 84”

CAB ROOF STYLE

Flat or Raised (10” or 20”)

SEATING CAPACITY

DOORS

Barrier or Full Height

SIDE ROLL PROTECTION

Default

FRONTAL AIR BAGS

Default

CAB TILT

42° or 80° with an overhead crane

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Command Zone™

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	Quantum®	Dash® CF	Velocity™	Impel™	Arrow XT™	Saber®
Engine	Detroit Diesel DD13 or Cummins ISX 11.9	Detroit Diesel DD13 or Cummins ISL 9	Detroit Diesel DD13, Cummins ISX 15, ISX 11.9 or ISL 9	Cummins ISL 9	Detroit Diesel DD13, Cummins ISX 11.9 or ISL 9	Cummins ISC 8.3 or ISL 9
Engine Horsepower	400 - 500 HP	370 - 500 HP	370 - 600 HP	370 - 450 HP	370 - 500 HP	350 - 450 HP
Transmission	Allison 4000 EVS	Allison 3000 EVS or 4000 EVS	Allison 3000 EVS or 4000 EVS	Allison 3000 EVS	Allison 3000 EVS or 4000 EVS	Allison 3000 EVS
Alternator	270 - 430 Amp	270 - 430 Amp	270 - 430 Amp	270 - 340 Amp	270 - 430 Amp	270 - 340 Amp
Front GAWR (maximum)	24,000 lbs.	24,000 lbs.	24,000 lbs.	22,800 lbs.	24,000 lbs.	19,000 lbs.
Front Axle Suspension	TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension	TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension	TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension	TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension	TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension	Leaf
Cramp Angle (maximum)	45°	45°	45°	45°	45°	45°
Rear GAWR (maximum)	58,000 lbs.	58,000 lbs.	58,000 lbs.	54,000 lbs.	58,000 lbs.	44,000 lbs.
Rear Axle Suspension	Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem	Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem	Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem	Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem	Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem	Leaf or Air; Single or Tandem
Frame Rail	13-3/8"	13-3/8"	13-3/8"	13-3/8"	13-3/8"	10-1/8"
Cab Width	96"	96"	100"	100"	94.75"	94.75"
Cab Length	67" or 74"	70" or 80"	60", 70" or 84"	60", 70" or 84"	57", 67" or 81"	57" or 69"
Cab Roof Style	Flat or Raised (12" or 22")	Raised (11")	Flat or Raised (10" or 20")	Flat or Raised (10" or 20")	Flat or Raised (10", 16" or 20")	Flat or Raised (12" or 22")
Seating Capacity	10	7	10	10	8	8
Doors	Barrier	Barrier or Full Height	Barrier or Full Height	Barrier or Full Height	Barrier or Full Height	Barrier or Full Height
Side Roll Protection	Default	Default	Default	Default	Default	Not Available
Frontal Air Bags	Default	Default	Default	Default	Default	Not Available
Electrical System	Command Zone™	Command Zone™	Command Zone™	Command Zone™	Hard Wired or Command Zone™	Hard Wired

This chart is for comparison purposes only. See your Pierce dealer for information about the wide range of specifications available on each chassis model.