80-1 is a class A pumper, purchased by Austerlitz Fire District #1 in 1992. The tank holds 1000 gallons of water, and is able to pump up to 1000 gallons per minute. It carries 4000 feet of hose. Six air packs are carried on the truck in addition to other equipment to make firefighting as safe as possible. The Austerlitz Fire Company contributed almost $30,000 in equipment and additional features to assure that the basic truck would meet the needs of the company.
80-2 is a virtual fire hydrant on wheels. This truck carries 2000' of 5" hose also called "LDH" (large diameter hose). It is used to seek out water sources, and is able to pump water up to one mile to the scene of a fire when used with 80-1. The truck also responds to emergencies where traffic control is required.
The Austerlitz Volunteer Fire Company has been designated by the IRS as a 501,c,3 charitable organization.
Company members learn about 80-2 at a drill at the Green River.
High atop 80-1, instruction is given about the use of the pump.