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Antique Framed Print : GLC-LFB Dennis diesel Compact Pump
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GLC-LFB Dennis diesel Compact Pump
Introduced into London in the mid-1970s, this narrow wheel base pump was not a dual purpose fire engine. It could only carry an extension ladder and not the 50 foot wheeled escape. Only two were purchased and their evaluation did not lead to a wider introduction in the LFB
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Compact Dennis Diesel Engines Evaluation Extension Foot Ladder Narrow Pump Pumps Vehicles Wheel Base Firefighting
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.9cm (9.6" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this vintage photograph, a GLC-LFB Dennis Dennis Fire Engine with the model designation of Compact Pump is showcased. This particular firefighting vehicle was introduced into the London Fire Brigade (LFB) fleet during the 1970s. Unlike many of its contemporary fire engines, this compact pump was not a dual-purpose vehicle. It was specifically designed for firefighting duties, but could only carry an extension ladder, making it unsuitable for transporting the 50-foot wheeled escape. The narrow wheelbase of this Dennis diesel engine added to its compact design, enabling it to maneuver more easily in the congested streets of London. However, its limited capabilities meant that only two of these vehicles were purchased by the LFB for evaluation purposes. Unfortunately, the evaluation did not result in a wider introduction of this model into the LFB fleet. The red diesel engine, with its distinctive front grille and hose reels, is a testament to the evolution of firefighting vehicles during the 1970s. The Compact Pump represents an experiment in design, showcasing the balance between the need for maneuverability in urban environments and the requirements of effective firefighting equipment. Despite its shortcomings, this Dennis Compact Pump remains an intriguing piece of firefighting history, reflecting the ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency and capabilities of fire engines.
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