About BME
Boise Mobile Equipment (BME) has been serving the fire industry and firefighters since 1990. With a firm dedication to individualized design, elite safety standards, durability, and exceptional craftsmanship, fit, and finish, Boise Mobile Equipment provides one of the best vehicles in the fire apparatus market. Their decades of experience enables them to meet and exceed expectations and to manufacture better fire apparatuses.
“We are excited to bring this product line of apparatus to our organization. BME will provide us an opportunity to work with a wider variety of clients to help continue the growth of our business. We believe that providing top-quality products and outstanding service makes BME a perfect fit within our organization. We take pride in the product lines we offer and in providing the after-the-sale service our clients expect.”
— Statement from President, Mark Hooper, Specialty Vehicles, Inc.
What BME Offers
With a wide selection of customizable products, BME is able to cater to a variety of fire apparatus needs, with both custom and commercial chassis. See below for some of their offerings.
Wildland
With three decades of experience as a premier fire truck manufacturer, BME has hundreds of Wildland engines in the field today in the United States and across the globe. This has made BME a go-to provider in the wildland fire apparatus market. Safer, more effective firefighting begins with a vehicle with high-quality dependability, and that’s something firefighters can count on with a BME Wildland vehicle. Our staff utilizes a collaborative creation process that results in a vehicle that not only meets your custom needs but exceeds expectations.
Pumpers
BME offers both Custom Pumpers and Commercial Pumpers, offering firefighters a budget-conscious alternative to other fire trucks on the market. Both pumper types are built to your unique specifications and utilize tubular construction, stainless steel plumbing, and a seven-step paint process and finish. All pumpers are built for peak reliability and safety.
Tankers/Tenders
Available in Single and Tandem Axle and Custom and Commercial chassis, BME’s tankers are designed and engineered to meet your specific needs and design standards.
Tactical Tankers are a fantastic brush fire truck alternative. Tanks come in a variety of options, including elliptical or rectangular, poly or steel, and water capacities ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 gallons. In addition, customers can add even more customization with a dry-side body and storage.
Single Axle Tankers can deliver up to 2,000 gallons with easy operation and maneuverability. Pump configurations range from 250 to 1,500 GPM. Tandem Axle Tanker pumps range from 250 to 2,250 GPM. Both Single Axle and Tandem Axle Tankers are available in “wet side,” “dry side,” or “elliptical” configurations and allow for storage customization.
Whatever your tanker needs, BME can deliver.
Rescues
BME’s Rescues are a versatile option for any fire department and are available in Light and Medium truck options. Light Rescue trucks are economical and easy to maneuver, and help to decrease response times. Medium Rescue trucks offer the ability to carry five personnel to the scene; Medium Rescues also operate with extra horsepower and allow users to run large generators for scene lighting and equipment. All of BME’s Rescues are rugged and manufactured to meet your custom storage needs.
Signature Features
- Tubular Body Construction
- TIG-Welded Stainless Steel Plumbing
- Seven-Step Paint Process
- Picture Frame Door Construction
- Heavy-Duty Multi-Spring Mounting System
- BME Custom Console
- Various pump brands and configurations