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Transmission 7-speed automatic (4x4)7-speed automatic (6x6)6-speed automatic (8x8) Wheelbase 219 in (556.3 cm) (4x4)267 in (678.2 cm) (6x6)267 in (678.2 cm) (8x8) Length 426 in (1,082.0 cm) (4x4)475 in (1,206.5 cm) (6x6)535 in (1,358.9 cm) (8x8) | ||
The Oshkosh Striker is a specialized aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle built by Oshkosh Corporation at the Pierce Mfg. facilities Appleton, Wisconsin. There are three models of the Striker: 1500, 3000, 4500. All models are available with a snozzle capable of piercing an aircraft fuselage to dispense fire retardant material within a cabin or cargo area.
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On April 17, 2015 Oshkosh announced they will debut a new twin engine Striker 8 X 8 at Interschutz 2015
1500 (4x4)
The Striker 1500, a.k.a. Striker 4x4, is the 2 axle model. It features
Oshkosh unveiled a new modernized Striker at FDIC-Indianapolis, April 2010. It is 2,000 pounds lighter so it is faster and more maneuverable. The new Striker was designed with extensive feedback from firefighters and fire chiefs. It has a 700 HP Deutz TCD 16.0L V8 Diesel engine with over 2,000 pound-feet of torque. This new edition has 84 sq. ft. of glass in the front windscreen, and for the first time has crosslays. Engine maintenance is facilitated by a walk-in, step-up platform incorporated into the rear of the unit, making major systems easily serviced.
3000 (6x6)
The Striker 3000, a.k.a. Striker 6x6, is the 3 axle model. It features:
4500 (8x8)
The Striker 4500, a.k.a. Striker 8x8, is the 4 axle model. It features: