# Airport Crash Tender

Airport crash tenders are special fire trucks that are used at airports. They help keep planes safe.

- **Category:** [Vehicles](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/vehicles)
- **Rarity:** Common
- **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low
- **Also known as:** ARFF Vehicle, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle, Crash Tender

![Airport Crash Tender](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771426452/objects/5178.jpg)

## Appearance

The Airport Crash Tender is a massive, usually bright red or lime green, six-wheeled vehicle. It features huge water cannons on its roof and sides, multiple emergency lights, and an imposing, armored cab, making it instantly recognizable.

## Taxonomy

- **Kingdom:** Animalia

## Interesting facts

- A special 'bumper turret' lets them spray water even while driving super fast!
- Some crash tenders can accelerate to 80 km/h in under 30 seconds!
- These brave trucks have special protection so crews can get closer to intense heat!
- They carry enough water to fill a small swimming pool in minutes!

## Special abilities

- **Giant Water Blaster:** Airport Crash Tender has powerful pumps that let it spray thousands of liters of foam and water per minute.
- **Off-Road Roamer:** Airport Crash Tender has heavy-duty tires and all-wheel drive that lets it race across rough terrain quickly.
- **Heat Vision:** Airport Crash Tender has thermal imaging cameras that let it see through thick smoke to find hidden fires.
- **Fuselage Piercer:** Airport Crash Tender has a specialized nozzle that lets it pierce aircraft skin to put out internal fires.

## Measurements & details

- **Length:** 11.5 m
- **Weight:** 40000 kg
- **Speed:** 120 km/h
- **Fuel Type:** Diesel
- **Passenger Capacity:** 4

## Traits

- [Compact](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/compact): Compact describes an object or design characterized by its small size and efficient use of space.
- [Safety](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/safety): Safety objects or measures are designed to protect individuals from harm, reduce risks, and prevent accidents or injuries.
- [Wheeled](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wheeled): Describes species exhibiting circular or wheel-like structures primarily used for movement or rotation.
- [Emergency Vehicle](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/emergency-vehicle): Describes species characterized by rapid movement or urgent response in specific situations.

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## Safety

**Danger:** 1/5 · Very low

Explore with care and ask an adult if you’re unsure what to do.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How to identify Airport Crash Tender?

Compare body shape, wheel layout, how it moves and what equipment it carries. What a vehicle does is often clearer than its exact maker or model. Vehicle Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details.

### How long is Airport Crash Tender?

11.5 m

### How much does Airport Crash Tender weigh?

40000 kg

### How fast can Airport Crash Tender move?

120 km/h

### What fuel does Airport Crash Tender use?

Diesel

### How many passengers can Airport Crash Tender carry?

4

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Source: [Airport Crash Tender: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/airport-crash-tender)