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Pierce Manufacturing Delivers 4,000th Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC) Pump

ClarkCounty_BannerRepresenting the 4,000th PUC™ Pump milestone, three new Pierce® Velocity® PUC Pumpers will enhance the Clark County Fire Department’s ability to protect one of the nation’s most dynamic and demanding response areas.

ClarkCounty_Inset2APPLETON, Wis. (December 4, 2025) – Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) business, announced today it has delivered its 4,000th Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC™) Pump. The milestone order and delivery, purchased through Pierce dealer Hughes Fire Equipment, goes into service with the Clark County Fire Department (CCFD) in Nevada.

Pierce’s PUC pump, first introduced in 2007, redefined traditional fire apparatus design by eliminating the need for a pumphouse. Available on pumpers, rescue pumpers, tankers, and aerials, the PUC water pump configuration streamlines vehicle layout to maximize space for equipment and simplify operation, while maintaining exceptional pump, foam, and water delivery performance.

“When we introduced the PUC pump, our goal was simple: listen to firefighters and design an apparatus that makes their jobs safer and more efficient,” said John Schultz, vice president and general manager – pumper products, Pierce Manufacturing. “To see it reach 4,000 deliveries nearly two decades later speaks to the trust fire departments place in Pierce and the dedication of the team members who have shaped the PUC pump’s evolution over the years.”

The CCFD serves one of the largest and most diverse response areas in the nation, spanning approximately 8,000 square miles throughout unincorporated Clark County, Nevada. CCFD’s jurisdiction includes the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, McCarran International Airport, major resorts, and large-scale entertainment venues, as well as rural desert terrain and recreation areas such as Red Rock Canyon and Lake Mead National Recreation Area.

With more than 1,400 personnel operating from dozens of strategically located stations, the department responds to a wide range of emergencies, from high-rise fires and hazardous materials incidents to wildland and technical rescue operations. CCFD’s need for durable, versatile apparatus capable of performing reliably across extreme conditions make the Pierce PUC Pumper an ideal configuration. 

ClarkCounty_Inset1The full delivery includes three identical Pierce Velocity® PUC Pumpers featuring:

  • Velocity custom chassis
  • PACCAR MX-13 510 hp engine with 1,850 lb-ft torque
  • PUC 1500 GPM pump
  • 750-gallon water tank
  • TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension
  • PUC Pumper 189” body design
  • Frontal impact protection
  • Extreme Duty Air Conditioning Package
  • Command Zone TM Advanced Electronics System
  • HAAS Collision Mitigation System
  • ClearSky Intelligence™ Connected Solutions System

Each apparatus is engineered to deliver excellent maneuverability and simplified pump operations; attributes that are critical for the wide-ranging urban and rural environments Clark County firefighters encounter daily. The enclosed pump operator’s panel configuration also helps control exposure to harsh environmental elements and minimizes maintenance requirements, enhancing operational efficiency.

“Hughes Fire Equipment and the Clark County Fire Department share a long-standing relationship rooted in collaboration and mutual commitment to public safety,” said Scott Olmos, sales representative, Hughes Fire Equipment. “Reaching the 4,000th PUC Pump milestone is an achievement we’re honored to celebrate alongside a department that represents excellence in service and readiness. Our team takes pride in supporting their mission with apparatus built for reliability, safety, and innovation.”

Pierce’s 4,000th PUC Pump delivery demonstrates the continued trust fire departments place in the PUC’s design to simplify operations, enhance safety, and improve performance.

For more information on Pierce's PUC Pump, and other innovative fire apparatus, visit www.piercemfg.com for specs, videos, and images.
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Posted: Dec 4, 2025 8:30:00 AM by Pierce Mfg.

Topics: Apparatus Orders

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.

About Oshkosh Corporation

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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