Rescue 2 - ‘Duey

Role: Rapid Intervention Vehicle and Breathing Apparatus

Type: TACR2a (Truck Airfield Crash Rescue) 6x6 conversion

Registration: F 623 UOT

Engine: V8

Max crew capacity: 4

Tank capacity: 200gals

Primary Media: Class B foam at a 3% mix

Equipment Carried: Rescue axe (metal cutting type) – CAA legislation compliant first aid kit in rucksack – Portable search light and tripod stand working off cable drum – 2x Fire extinguisher (powder) – Fire blanket – 2 piece extendable ladder – x2 38ml flaked hoses – x2 ‘Blabber Mouth’ branches – x2 MSA BD96 Breathing Apparatus sets – x2 spare cylinders – BA control board – x2 BA guide lines – x 4 torches

History: Rescue 2 was 09 AY 88 based at Brize Norton before Bembridge.