Chicago FD special operations apparatus (part 4 of 4)

This is the final installment of our four-part series exploring the equipment and tools housed at the CFD Special Operations warehouse. In this final look, we take a closer look at some of the key vehicles and machinery that support the department's specialized operations.

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations Battalion Chief 5-1-5. It is a 2009 Ford Expedition #B-545 and is quartered with Engine 5. Larry Shapiro photo

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations

One of four Chicago Fire Department Special Operations POD storage units. Larry Shapiro photo

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations

Special Operations Komatsu fork lift with shop ID #S-053. Larry Shapiro photo

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations

Special Operations maintains this 2008 Bobcat unit with Shop ID# S-119. Larry Shapiro photo

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations

Special Operations maintains these two 2004 Cub Cadet units. One is a mini pumper (S-097), and the other is a utility unit (S-087). Larry Shapiro photo

Chicago Fire Department Special Operations

Special Operations also maintains these two 2004 Cub Cadet units. Both are utility units. (S-100 and S-096). Larry Shapiro photo

While not all items were captured in photos, the warehouse still houses several other essential pieces of equipment, including two wave runner jet skis, a John Boat, and a large portable pump unit. These tools play a crucial role in supporting emergency response and specialized operations across the city.

Be sure to check out the previous parts of our series if you haven't already:

View Part 1 of CFD Special Operations

View Part 2 of CFD Special Operations

View Part 3 of CFD Special Operations

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