Fire Hose

Object detail

Accession number

F874.2002

Description

Fire fighting hose. A long fire hose pipe. No nozzle. Rubber hose with metal studs/rivets

Brief History

This hose is made from rubber and covered with heavy-duty canvas held in place by metal rivets. Hoses are now a commonly used piece of fight-fighting equipment, enabling fightfighters to direct water accurately into the seat of the fire.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Textile/Canvas

Credit Line

Fire Hose, F874.2002. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Device, Fire Protection Hose, Fire Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Regulative & Protective T&E Protective Devices

Collection type

Fire and Emergency Services Road Transport Transport

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Cuisine Dish Ingredient Wood Serveware Artifact Table Circle Font Metal

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