New home for former Fox Lake FPD tanker

From the Quad County Fire Equipment and Fire Truck Resource Facebook page (November 13, 2018):

2001 Spartan Alexis Pumper Tanker – Sold to Custer Fire Dept. in Custer Park, IL

Thank you to the Fox Lake Fire Department for choosing our brokering service to help sell your 2001 Spartan Alexis Pumper Tanker to the Custer Township Fire Protection District in Custer Park, Illinois. It's always rewarding to see equipment find a new home where it can continue serving communities.

Former Fox Lake FPD tanker was sold to the Custer Township FPD

Former Fox Lake FPD tanker was sold to the Custer Township FPD in IL.

Fox Lake FPD Tanker 2264

Fox Lake FPD Tanker 2264. Jeff Rudolph photo

Fox Lake FPD Tanker 2264

Fox Lake FPD Tanker 2264. Larry Shapiro photo

From the Custer Township FPD Facebook page:

We are proud to announce a new addition to our fleet. This pumper/tanker will provide our community and surrounding areas with 3,000 gallons of water, which is a significant upgrade in the history of our department. Please join me in welcoming “Tankzilla”!

This acquisition marks a major step forward for the Custer Township Fire Protection District. The 2001 Spartan Alexis Pumper Tanker has been a reliable asset for the Fox Lake Fire Department over the years, and now it’s finding a new purpose in Custer Park. With its large water capacity, this unit will enhance emergency response capabilities and support fire suppression efforts across the region. The nickname "Tankzilla" reflects both its impressive size and the excitement it has generated among local residents and firefighters alike. It’s a great example of how fire equipment can be repurposed to serve different communities and make a real difference on the ground.

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