®Pierce Volterra™
PIERCE MFG. ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Zero Emissions. Zero Compromise.
Reduce emissions, minimize fuel and produce less noise with no compromise on apparatus features, performance, functionality and safety with an electric fire truck. The revolutionary Volterra™ platform of electric vehicles meets the needs of your fire department while providing the operational performance you expect from your apparatus. Whether driving or pumping, the operational benefits of the distinct power source solution provide transparent vehicle operational characteristics to the firefighter.
Chassis
Volterra™
Transmission
Patented Parallel-Electric Drive Train (EMIVT)
Electrification
Integrated Onboard Batteries
Charging
Full Recharge in Under 90 Minutes
Engine
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) for seamless extended operation
Pumping Configurations
Up to 2000 gpm (On batteries or ICE)
Electrical System
Pierce Command Zone™
Front Axle Suspension
Leaf or TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension
Rear Axle Suspension
Leaf, Rubber, or Air; Single or Tandem
Cab Length
60″, 70″ or 84″
Doors
Barrier or Full Height
Cramp Angle (maximum)
50°
Frame Rail
10-1/4″
Cab Roof Style
Flat or Raised (10″ or 24″)
Front GAWR (maximum)
23,000 lb
Rear GAWR (maximum)
48,000 lb
Cab Width
96″
Seating Capacity
8
Frontal Air Bags
Standard
Side Roll Protection
Standard
Charging
A fire station-based, all encompassing vehicle charging infrastructure provides operational readiness for Volterra electric fire trucks.
Charging solutions are tailored to provide an unobtrusive installation necessary for any station. Established nationwide energy experts offer simple, fast charging solutions capable of full electric fire truck recharge in less than 90 minutes.
- Batteries are located between the cab and pump house providing benefits to the overall vehicle packaging while also contributing to vehicle safety.
- No consumption of compartment space or limitation of body configuration.
- Battery center of gravity is below apparatus combined center of gravity for zero compromise on handling and performance.
- Placed above frame rails providing a highly protected space that will not be influenced by road debris, side or rear vehicle collisions, or approach and departure angles.
Innovations by Pierce
Pierce Manufacturing is an industry leader when it comes to innovative technology and product enhancements. With the help of Pierce’s innovations, departments can customize apparatus with unique features that provide firefighters with additional protection, equip teams with situational management tools, improve apparatus performance, etc. The possibilities are endless with Pierce.
Featured Innovations
Ascendant® Class of Aerials
Go where no aerial apparatus has gone before with the heavy-duty capabilities and dependability you deserve.
CARE Initiative
Carcinogen Awareness & Reduction to Exposure (CARE) initiative focuses on protecting firefighters from carcinogen exposure.
E-Coat Corrosion Protection
High-quality corrosion resistance. Proven to outperform and outlast.
Husky™ 3
Abolish structure fires, wildland fires, automobile fires, and small class B spills.
Husky™ 12
Take on structure fires, wildland fires, automobile fires, and medium-class B spills.
PUC™
The Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC). Easier to use. Easier to stay safe, store more, and conduct service.
Safety Systems
Pierce doesn’t just meet safety requirements. Pierce sets safety standards, ensuring 360° Protection From Every Angle™.
TAK-4® Independent Suspension
Proven, proprietary, severe-duty technology. Custom built for Pierce® chassis
Contact Fire Division
From pre-construction to delivery, our highly trained team of fire apparatus specialists will walk you through every-step to ensure your new apparatus is built from the ground up – just the way you want it. No one works more closely with their customers to configure each vehicle around their demands. Give us a call at 800-784-6806. Our dedicated sales and service team stand ready to assist you.
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