The Palatine Fire Department has officially put their brand-new Crimson engine into service as Engine 82. This state-of-the-art unit features a 2011 Spartan Gladiator Classic cab and chassis, equipped with a powerful 1,500-GPM pump and a 500-gallon water tank. It is assigned job number 211035-01. The vehicle marks a fresh chapter for the department, combining modern technology with updated design elements.
![Palatine Fire Department Engine 82 2011 Spartan Crimson]( "PALT_E82-6967A2lr")
Palatine Engine 82 is now running with this 2011 Spartan Gladiator Classic/Crimson 1500/500 engine. Larry Shapiro photo
One of the most noticeable changes on the new engine is its updated graphics package. Instead of the traditional bold lettering, the department opted for a more subtle look. A department decal is prominently displayed on the front door, while the rear crew door features less prominent text for “Palatine Fire Department.†This shift suggests a more streamlined and professional appearance that blends well with the rest of the fleet.
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The newest Palatine suppression unit prior to Engine 82 was this 2009 unit with completely different graphics.
Before Engine 82 came online, the department’s latest unit was a 2009 Pierce Impel quint (Engine 83), which had a completely different graphic design. That model featured more traditional lettering and branding, making the contrast with the new Engine 82 even more apparent.
![Palatine Fire Department Engine 84 Spartan Crimson]( "PALT_E84-LS")
The previous Spartan/Crimson engine had the traditional graphics to match the rest of the fleet.
Previously, the department's Spartan/Crimson engines, like Engine 84, carried the classic design that matched the rest of the fleet. These units featured bold lettering and standard graphics, creating a uniform look across the department’s apparatus.
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The traditional door lettering is shown on this 1965 Seagrave engine. Larry Shapiro collection
Even older models, such as the 1965 Seagrave engine, had the classic door lettering that many firefighters are familiar with. This evolution in design reflects how fire departments often update their visual identity over time, balancing tradition with modern aesthetics. With Engine 82 now in service, the Palatine Fire Department continues to move forward while still honoring its history.
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