FLEET & COMMERCIAL
250-Gallon Water System
Type 6 Response Capability
Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Platform
Off-Road Rapid Deployment
Mobile Initial Attack Platform for Rapid Wildland Response
HotShotâ„¢ Mobile Fire Response Vehicle
A modular, all-terrain rapid response platform engineered to extend firefighting capability into remote, forested, and hard-to-access environments.
System Overview
The HotShotâ„¢ Mobile Fire Response Vehicle combines a Polaris Ranger XD 1500 chassis, enclosed service body, and tow-behind water system into a single, integrated initial attack platform.
- Built on Polaris Ranger XD 1500
- Integrated enclosed service body
- Tow-behind 250-gallon water system
- Configured for initial attack scenarios in remote terrain
Operational Capabilities
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250-gallon tow-behind water tank system
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High-pressure gas-powered fire pump
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Booster reel with wildland hose configuration
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Draft-capable suction system
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Enclosed tool and equipment storage module
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Rapid hose deployment and reel management
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Onboard emergency lighting package
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Front-mounted recovery winch system
Platform Advantages
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High-mobility off-road chassis
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Compact initial attack footprint
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Access to narrow forestry roads and trails
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Modular trailer-based water expansion capability
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Enclosed, weather-resistant equipment storage
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Reduced operational cost compared to full-size apparatus
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Rapid transport via trailer or fleet vehicle
Platform & Specifications
Platform & Capabilities
Technical Specifications
Built on Proven UTV Platforms
Platform
Polaris Ranger XD 1500 (or equivalent)
The HotShot unit is built on platforms such as the Polaris Ranger XD 1500, selected for durability, payload capacity, and off-road performance. The platform enables the integration of firefighting systems while maintaining maneuverability in tight and rugged environments.
Water Capacity
Configurable up to ~1,000 lbs
Operational Capabilities
Terrain Capability
Extreme off-road / steep incline capable
- Rapid Initial Attack
- Remote Terrain Access
- Mobile Water Deployment
- Support for Wildland Operations
Storage
Integrated service body compartments
Configuration Options
Systems
Water pump, hose reel, optional remote cannon
The HotShot platform can be configured based on agency needs, including water capacity, storage layout, lighting systems, and communications equipment.
Electrical
Integrated power and control systems
Real-World Use Cases
Wildland fire initial response
Forest service deployment
Rural fire department support
Fire line support and mop-up operations
Remote fire suppression in inaccessible terrain
