New rehab unit for the Chicago Fire Department

Chicago Fire Department (IL) Mobile Rehab Vehicle

This mobile rehabilitation vehicle was recently completed for the Chicago Fire Department and features a Freightliner MT-55G chassis, TQS 308HP V8 engine and an Allison 2200HS automatic transmission. The all aluminum body has several of our Extreme Duty body storage compartments for gear storage and a custom aluminum flip down step entry. We added a power retracting awning to the curbside for shade. A Rosco Vision 360° camera surround camera system has also been added. An Igloo 5 gallon water dispenser is secured to the rear of the vehicle with a truck mount bracket.

Inside, the vehicle features a sliding cab divider door. A single workstation has been added with a commercial grade cabinet. Dry erase writing surface is included on the cabinet door. Fixed bench seats are included on the driver and passenger sides. Overhead ceiling grab bars are also installed. Dual Klimaire mini split heat pump systems are installed along with ventilation fans. A direct discharge furnace handles the heating duties in the winter. An Onan Commercial Quiet gas generator supplies plenty of electric power to the vehicle. We also prewired the vehicle for communications radios.

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LDV photo

thanks Daniel

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4 Comments

#1 by Ray Stantz on April 11, 2024 - 7:13 AM

I’ve seen similar vehicles on the east coast, not specifically called a rehab/rehabilitation unit. The ones I saw were commercial public buses converted to provide rest/shelter for first responders. One of the key features that stood out was a HVAC ventilation system to filter the air to prevent contaminants from being circulated, upgraded seating and blacked out windows for hot summer days. Its nice to see these units being procured.
#2 by John Keller on April 10, 2024 - 9:59 AM

This rig is most likely replacing 5-7-1 the southside rehab unit out of Engine 49’s house that was damaged in an accident 3ish years ago. The main problem with this is it will either need to be at sld or one of the warehouses or at a larger firehouse as 49’s quarters is packed with the Engine, Truck, Ambulance, and command van.
#3 by Mike on April 10, 2024 - 7:25 AM

So CFD has a food truck. Nice that will be good at extra alarms: tacos, burgers, other good food from a typical food truck..
#4 by crabbymilton on April 10, 2024 - 5:59 AM

Appears to be well equipped and should be good for many years.
However, it gives the first impression that it’s a bread truck.