Apparatus Chronology Stations Museum

1904 Champion Chemical Engine.  This rig had 2 - 60 gal. chemical tanks with a water battery (deluge) mounted on the side for the steamers to pump into as a master stream.  It cost $3007.41 new.
 
Photo ca. 1917 when the horse drawn apparatus were replaced by the 1916 Seagrave combination chemical and hose.  RFD Museum photo from Harry Van Meter.