Mumbai Fire Brigade's Fire Bike
Based on a Royal Enfield Bullet 350
Water capacity
Two 15 litre tanks on either side
Slave motor powers pump to spray water
How much water can it disperse?
Can spray water at a rate of 8 litres/min
Pressurised water gun can spray up to 20 feet
Other important equipment
Fire extinguisher on leg guard
To combat electrical fires
Siren and flashing lights
Helps in warning other road users
To move out of the way in an emergency
How many Fire Bikes in Mumbai?
Mumbai Fire Brigade currently has 24
Each costs Rs 9 lakh, includes 7 year service package
Why is the Fire bike important?
Response time 5 mins lesser than larger vehicles
Can navigate narrow lanes
Assesses the situation before larger fire trucks reach
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