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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
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.9cm (9.6" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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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