 What is it?M-191 is a custom fiberglass hulled boat with unique features lending it to fire/rescue. The boat is propelled by a 175hp Mercruiser SportJet water jet motor, capable of attaining speeds of up to 55mph. It's equipped with a separate fire pump, located under the operator's console, which delivers 700gpm to the Elkhart removable deck gun on the bow. The deck gun has a foam eductor with onboard foam tank, and can be capped off to use the two onboard 3" hydrants. This makes the boat extremely useful as a portable water supply source - it's an engine that works from the water to provide water supply to shore based units.What condition is it in?M-191 is a performance watercraft - it's fast, highly maneuverable, and designed with Fire, Rescue and EMS functions in mind. Capable of high speed, or carrying up to 7 personnel, this boat is very stable, especially when cornering. Our crews have used it - this is not a new boat. We purchased it from a dealer, and have taken good care of it since.We've used it at large scale canoe races at the extreme ends of the season - the General Clinton Canoe Regatta on Memorial Day weekend, and the Glimmerglass Triathlon after Labor Day - and throughout the summer months in between. For the past several years, it has been docked at the Village of Cooperstown dock in Lakefront Park, where it has received significant sun exposure. We've kept it clean and waxed, but the most noticeable damage to the vessel is that some of the red markings and fittings have faded. The fire pump works, and very well - the foam eductor is currently out of service (we've never had need to use it, and have kept the foam tank empty. The eductor hose developed a crack last year, and will need some repair work). The main jet motor was replaced 5 years ago by a qualified dealer. It has been professionally overhauled this year after a hard rain and waves overpowered the bilge pump, causing the vessel to take on water. We can provide interested buyers with documentation from the Mercruiser dealer that did this repair work. It's difficult to describe this boat fully, and it is best demonstrated at full throttle on a warm, blue sky day. Contact us below to arrange such a visit. Photos Detailed photos/video available on request, click on photos for larger image. Elkhart Brass Model 8297 Portable Deck Gun w/ stacked tips  Elkhart Foam Educting Adjustable Nozzle   View from front of trailer  Whelen Edge 9000 Lightbar & Low-Pro 100 Watt Siren Speaker  175hp, V6Merciruiser XR2 Sport Jet Inboard  Whelen Motorcycle Weatherproof Siren Head   Entry Step extended & retracted SpecificationsDimensions
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Fire Suppression
Rescue Functions
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Warning Package
Trailer
TermsUnit is available for inspection at Cooperstown Fire Department with prior appointment. Unit is sold as-is, with no implied or expressed warranty. Cashier's check or municipal check for purchase price is due upon receipt of vehicle. Lightbar lenses, siren and lettering are included in purchase if bought by eligible fire/rescue, EMS, or governmental organization, contact us for details. Purchaser is responsible for all costs associated with removal of boat from the Cooperstown Fire Department. ReferencesThe following links show original specs from the manufacturer, as well as trade magazines comments. The boats featured in these pages may not accurately reflect the equipment or condition of M-191Parks and Recreation article, 2001 Contact UsFor further information, or to schedule a visit to see M-191, contact us via email at boat@cooperstownfd.org |
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