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Saber®

Pierce Saber custom fire truck parked outside on a sunny day surrounded by trees.

Timeless reliability.

SABER BROCHURE

Overview

Pierce's timeless industry-standard chassis offers big improvements. 

The Saber chassis was built with the value-driven firefighter in mind - delivering advanced visibility, greater space, improved ergonomics and streamlined serviceability at an affordable price.

Saber 360° Interior Tour

Black leather interior seating and cab of a Pierce Saber custom fire truck.

 

Visibility & Space

  • Exceptional visibility is achieved through a large, bonded, single-piece, wrap-around windshield.
  • The smaller engine tunnel is lower & more contoured for increased occupant space, particularly up front for the driver & officer. 
  • The forward roof design offers a cathedral ceiling feel with increased frontal visibility & more configurable space. 

Ergonomics

  • Exterior door handles are functionally designed for a firefighter's gloved hand. 
  • The steps are lower to the ground & offset to function like a stair step, making it easier for firefighters to enter & exit the cab. 
  • The console & metal overhead switch panel are ergonomically designed for maximum convenience & comfort, keeping all of the gauges & switches within easy reach of the driver. 

Serviceability

  • Easy access to the defroster & wiper motors through removable officer-side panels. 
  • Power distribution relocation provides more interior space & fewer harnesses ion the frame & up through the cab for easier servicing. 
  • Built-in wire raceways throughout the cab reduce the chance of wire chafing & make it easier to service or add cab harnesses & wiring. 

Maneuverability

  • Maximum 50-degree cramp angle & 15-degree angle of approach for improved maneuverability in those tight areas & challenging situations. 

Specifications

Engine Horsepower

370 - 510 hp

Cab Dimensions

Length 60" or 70" / Width 96"

Cab Roof Style

Flat or raised (10")

Design

Cab DimensionsLength 60" or 70" / Width 96" Cab Roof StyleFlat or raised (10")
DoorsBarrier or full height Electrical SystemHard Wired
Frame Rail10-1/4", 13* Front Axle SuspensionLeaf or TAK-4®*
Frontal Air BagsDefault Rear Axle SuspensionLeaf, rubber, or air; single or tandem
Seating Capacity8 Side Roll ProtectionDefault

Performance

Alternator270 - 430 amp Cramp Angle (maximum)50°
EngineCummins X10 or PACCAR MX-13 Engine Horsepower370 - 510 hp
Front GAWR (maximum)24,000 lb Rear GAWR (maximum)52,000 lb
TransmissionAllison 3000 EVS

Proprietary Options

Suspension TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension

Exterior Gallery

Cab tilt

An increased cab tilt angle improves access to the chassis components under the cab.

Oversized door handles

Exterior door handles are functionally designed for a firefighter's gloved hand. 

Larger front door

Side visibility is improved by a slightly larger front door and a narrower A-pillar. 

Forward roof design

The forward roof design offers a cathedral ceiling feel with increased frontal visibility & more configurable space. 

Low, offset cab steps

The steps are lower to the ground and offset to function like a stair step, making it easier for firefighters to enter and exit the cab. 

Single front windshield

Exceptional visibility is achieved through a large, bonded, single-piece, wrap-around windshield.

Interior Gallery

Interior of a Pierce Saber custom fire truck chassis with black interior and two grey rear seats. Pierce Saber custom fire truck chassis with four black rear seats and a grey interior. Interior chassis configuration with grey rear seating in a Pierce Saber custom fire truck. Interior chassis configuration with grey rear seating in a Pierce Saber custom fire truck.
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New Deliveries

Savannah Fire Department - Rescue

Savannah Fire Department - Rescue

Delivery Date: July 7, 2026
Job Number: 44995
Sales Organization: Ten-8 Fire & Safety

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