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Manufacturer:
Powerstar TrucksWork capacity:
6,000LDimension:
8100 x 2496 x 3080mmCabin type:
Isuzu FVR one and half row cabWheelbase:
4600mmEngine power:
240HPEngine type:
ISUZU 6HK1Axle drive:
4x2Gear box:
ISUZU MLDRemarks:
CB10/60-XZ powerful fire pumpOn April 8, 2025, the Burkina Faso National Fire Department officially announced the purchase of a batch of Isuzu FVR fire rescue trucks from POWERSTAR TRUCKS, a world-renowned fire truck manufacturer. These vehicles are equipped with advanced firefighting equipment, including 4 cubic meter water tanks, 2 cubic meter foam tanks, CB10/60 fire pumps, PL48 fire pumps and factory standard fire truck systems. This purchase is not only an important step in the modernization of the country's firefighting equipment, but will also greatly enhance Burkina Faso's capabilities in fire fighting, chemical leak disposal and complex terrain rescue.
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Adapting to national conditions and filling the gap in firefighting equipment
Buki Lafayette is located in the interior of Africa, with a dry climate, frequent forest fires and urban fires. At the same time, the country's urbanization process is accelerating, old buildings are dense, and fire hazards are prominent. However, due to economic conditions, the country's firefighting equipment has long relied on old vehicles, and some equipment has even been in service for more than 20 years, seriously affecting rescue efficiency. The Isuzu FVR fire truck introduced this time will effectively make up for this shortcoming with its high mobility, powerful power and advanced firefighting system.
This model adopts a 4×4 all-wheel drive design to adapt to the complex road conditions in Buki Lafayette, including muddy, sandy and rugged mountain roads. Its CB10/60 fire pump can provide a water supply capacity of 1,000 liters per minute, and the PL48 fire pump ensures the efficient injection of foam fire extinguishing agents, which is suitable for special fire scenes such as petroleum and chemical industries. In addition, the vehicle has undergone rigorous testing by POWERSTAR TRUCKS, including durability, pump stability and controllability tests in extreme environments, to ensure that it can still operate stably in the high temperature and dusty environment of Buki Lafayette.
Improve rescue efficiency and protect public safety
The director of the Buki Lafayette National Fire Department said at the handover ceremony: "The arrival of this batch of fire trucks marks a new stage in our country's firefighting. In the past, due to backward equipment, our firefighters often had to take great risks to enter the fire scene, but now, the high performance of Isuzu FVR will greatly reduce the difficulty of rescue and increase the success rate."
| Cabin | 4x2 water/foam fire truck ISUZU FVR fire fighting truck | ||
| Vehicle Main Dimensions | (L x W x H)mm | 8100X2496X3080 | |
| Wheel base (mm) | 4600 | ||
| Approach/Departure angle(°) | 19/24 | ||
| Weight in KGS | Tare Weight | 12680 | |
| Loading Capacity | 28320 | ||
| Max. driving speed(km/h) | 90 | ||
| Engine | Brand | ISUZU | |
| Model | 6HK1 | ||
| Type | 4-stroke direct injection , 6-cylinder in-line with water cooling, turbo-charging and inter-cooling | ||
| Horse Power(HP) | 240HP | ||
| Emission standard | Euro II | ||
| Gearbox | MLD-6, 6 forwards & 1 reverse | ||
| Clutch | Reinforced diaphragm clutch, diameter 430mm | ||
| Steering Gear | Z F 8098,power steering, hydraulic steering with power assistance | ||
| Tire | 295/80R22.5 All steel radial tire , 11 pieces including one spare tire | ||
| Brakes | Service brake: dual circuit compressed air brake Parking brake :(emergency brake): spring energy, compressed air operating on rear wheels Auxiliary brake: engine exhaust valve brake |
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| Fire Fighting Tanker Body | |||
| Tank Volume | 4000L | ||
| Foam Tanker Volume | 2000L | ||
| Fire Pump Flow | 20L/S/1.0MPa 40L/S/1.0MPa | ||
| Fire Pump Distance | Water | >65m | |
| Foam | >60m | ||

Another major advantage of the vehicle is its compact design. Many communities in Burkina Faso have narrow roads, making it difficult for traditional large fire trucks to enter. However, FVR, with its short wheelbase and flexible steering capabilities, can quickly reach the fire scene and reduce delays caused by traffic jams. In addition, its combination of 4 cubic meters of water tanks and 2 cubic meters of foam tanks enables it to deal with both ordinary building fires and complex accidents such as chemical leaks, reducing the risk of secondary disasters.
International cooperation promotes firefighting modernization
This purchase is not only an equipment upgrade, but also an important measure for Burkina Faso to keep pace with international advanced firefighting technology. As the world's leading fire truck manufacturer, POWERSTAR TRUCKS will not only provide vehicles, but also provide professional training for Burkina Faso firefighters, including vehicle operation, maintenance and special fire handling skills.
Analysts pointed out that this cooperation may become a model for the modernization of firefighting in African countries. In the future, Burkina Faso is expected to further optimize its firefighting system on this basis, including establishing a more efficient emergency response mechanism and promoting community firefighting education.


The role of the Isuzu FVR fire truck purchased by the Burkina Faso National Fire Department in improving firefighting capabilities is mainly reflected in the following aspects:
1. Strengthening basic firefighting capabilities
Improving water storage and foam firefighting efficiency
The FVR fire truck is equipped with a 4 cubic meter water tank and a 2 cubic meter foam tank, which can deal with conventional fires and oil/chemical fires at the same time. The water storage capacity is increased by 300% compared with the original old vehicles, and the foam injection system increases the efficiency of hazardous chemical fire disposal by 40%.
Dual pump system enhances water supply pressure
The combination of CB10/60 fire pump (1000L/min) and PL48 fire pump can achieve long-distance water supply and high-intensity foam coverage, meeting the pressurization requirements of high-rise buildings and industrial fires.
2. Optimizing adaptability to complex environments
Breakthrough in all-terrain mobility
The 4×4 drive design allows the vehicle to quickly pass through the common muddy, sandy and mountainous terrains in Burkina Faso, shortening the rescue response time by more than 50%.
Compact body improves passability
The short wheelbase design adapts to narrow streets and alleys, solves the problem that fire trucks in old communities cannot enter, and expands the coverage to more than 90% of urban areas .
3. Technology empowers rescue system
Standardized equipment integration
The firefighting system pre-installed in the factory (including lighting and demolition tool positions) realizes "get on the car and fight", reducing the on-site equipment assembly time by 30% .



Maintenance and training coordinated upgrade
The professional training provided by POWERSTAR TRUCKS enables firefighters to master vehicle maintenance and special fire handling skills, and the equipment integrity rate is expected to increase to 95% .
4. Strategic value extension
Filling the gap in regional equipment
This model has become the first fire truck in Burki Lafaso with chemical foam fire extinguishing capabilities, making the handling of hazardous chemical accidents no longer dependent on external support .
Promote the modernization of the emergency system
As the first landing project of the country's "Emergency Equipment Upgrade Plan", this purchase lays the foundation for the subsequent introduction of intelligent equipment such as drones and thermal imagers .
Through equipment iteration, the Bukirafaso Fire Department has initially built a capability chain of "rapid response - multi-hazard handling - long-term operation and maintenance", and the success rate of major fire fighting is expected to increase from 68% to 85%.
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