1911 American LaFrance 'Type 5' Double Tank Combo - In 1910, after 8 years of research and development, American LaFrance introduced the Type 5 motorized fire apparatus.  This design, including its 70 horsepower "T" head motor, was entirely unique.  This double tank combination model was purchased by Reading, Pennsylvania in June, 1911 for the "Liberty Engine Company".  A spectacular restoration has brought this apparatus back to its original appearance.  It features a popular white-over-red color scheme and a rare liberty statue atop its bell as a symbol of the fire company's name.  Over a 1 year period, 48 Type 5 engines were built.  The Type 5 was replaced in the product line by the Type 10, which was a slightly modified Type 5.

Vehicle on display at the beautiful American LaFrance Museum in North Charleston, South Carolina and Courtesy of American LaFrance, LLC.