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Minneapolis Fire Department Prepares to Add Three New Pierce Enforcer Pumpers to Front-Line Fleet

PIE-Minneapolis_bannerThe department’s transition to Pierce custom chassis pumpers reflects a commitment to firefighter safety, operational efficiency and apparatus built specifically for urban fire service demands.

APPLETON, Wis. (May 27, 2026) – Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) business, announced the Minneapolis Fire Department in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has placed an order for three Pierce Enforcer™ Pumpers. The order, secured through Pierce dealer MacQueen, marks the department’s move from commercial chassis pumpers to Pierce custom fire apparatus designed to meet the operational demands of Minnesota’s largest city.

“Moving away from a commercial chassis was a major priority for us,” said Deputy Chief Sean Olson of the Minneapolis Fire Department. “We wanted to ride on a fire truck that’s built to be a fire truck. Pierce’s Enforcer Pumpers give us a roomy cab, excellent turning radius, and customized space for our crews and equipment, while keeping the overall layout familiar so the transition is seamless. Most importantly, we’re getting apparatus designed specifically for firefighting, which means low downtime, few repairs and vehicles built to do exactly what we need.”

The Minneapolis Fire Department operates 19 fire stations and is supported by 434 firefighters. Serving a dense urban environment with major interstate corridors and harsh winter road conditions, the department sought apparatus that would have outstanding maneuverability, provide for crew safety and help manage long-term maintenance needs.

“Designing these pumpers through the Build My Pierce™ program allowed us to move quickly while still delivering apparatus tailored to Minneapolis’ operational needs,” said Brad White, Fire Apparatus Sales Representative for MacQueen. “Minneapolis has been a Pierce fleet customer for years and has operated Pierce aerials since 2015, so this transition to Pierce custom chassis pumpers builds on an established partnership focused on reliability, performance and long-term support.”

The department cited Pierce’s custom cab and chassis safety features and MacQueen’s continued fleet maintenance support as key factors in their purchasing decision. Minneapolis also noted significantly shorter lead times compared to previous apparatus orders, allowing the department to move forward without compromising on specifications.

Minneapolis Fire Department’s new Pierce Enforcer Pumpers will feature:

  • Enforcer custom chassis
  • PACCAR MX-13 engine (510 hp, 1,850 lb-ft torque)
  • Pierce TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension with rear air ride suspension
  • Waterous 1,500 gpm CSU single-stage pump with narrow pumphouse
  • 500-gallon water tank (no foam cell)
  • 152” pumper body with customized compartmentation
  • Dual cab step design for easy cab access
  • Frontal and Side Roll Impact Protection
  • Low hosebed and OnSpot automatic tire chains for winter operations
  • Whelen warning light package

Deputy Chief Olson added, “Partnering closely with our Fleet Manager, Chris Metcalf, was critical in evaluating long-term maintenance, repair costs and overall downtime. That collaboration helped reinforce our decision to invest in apparatus designed specifically for firefighting. The new Enforcer Pumpers will give us the maneuverability we need in an urban environment, the safety features our crews expect and the confidence that these units will spend their time in service and not in the shop.”

The City of Minneapolis Fleet Department and local service partners supported the procurement process, helping evaluate repair costs and downtime, and reinforcing the department’s decision to invest in purpose-built fire apparatus.

For more information on Pierce Enforcer Pumpers and other innovative fire apparatus, visit www.piercemfg.com for specifications, videos and images.
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Posted: May 27, 2026 8:30:00 AM by Pierce Mfg.

About Pierce Manufacturing
Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] business, is the leading North American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus. Products include custom and commercial pumpers, aerials, rescue trucks, wildland trucks, mini pumpers, and homeland security apparatus. In addition, Pierce designs its own foam systems and was the first company to introduce frontal airbags and the Side Roll Protection system to fire apparatus. To learn more about Pierce, visit www.piercemfg.com.

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At Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK), we make innovative, purpose-built vehicles and equipment to help everyday heroes advance communities around the world. Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs over 18,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common purpose: to make a difference in people’s lives. Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG®, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® S-Series™, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTech™, Oshkosh® Defense and Pratt Miller. For more information, visit oshkoshcorp.com.

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