Ward Apparatus Configurator

Build Your Custom Fire & Rescue Apparatus

Whether you know every detail or only the mission, Ward can help turn your department's needs into a practical apparatus plan. Choose the fastest path for where you are today.

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Talk to an Apparatus Specialist

Tell us what your department needs. We can help with the starting configuration, budgetary planning and current timing.

Plan at your pace

Build My Truck

Choose the details you already know, leave open decisions for Ward, and print a committee-ready summary when you finish.

Already in planning

I Have Specs or an RFP

Start a specification review without completing the builder. Ward will follow up so your documents reach the right specialist.

  • No purchase commitment
  • Technical details can remain open
  • Same-business-day routing
Not ready to configure everything? Talk through your mission, timing or budget with Ward now.

Step 1 of 5

Choose Your Apparatus

Pick the Ward configuration closest to your department’s mission. This is a starting point, not a final specification.

Custom Fire Truck Builder

Plan a Custom Fire or Rescue Apparatus Online

Turn your department's mission, equipment and response requirements into a clear preliminary configuration before speaking with Ward.

What is the Ward Apparatus Builder?

The Ward Apparatus Builder is an interactive planning tool for creating a preliminary custom fire truck or rescue apparatus configuration. Fire departments can compare starting points, select a chassis, drivetrain, cab, body length, compartment-door style, equipment options and color, then send the complete plan to Ward for review. It is a planning tool, not an instant-price generator, final engineering drawing or purchase agreement.

Choose an Apparatus Type

Start with a Spitfire, Super Squad, Quick Attack or Urban Interface, Walk-Around Rescue, Crew-Forward Rescue, Water Rescue, or a fully custom design based on your department's mission.

Compare Ward apparatus types

Organize the Key Decisions

Record the chassis class, drivetrain, cab, body length, door style, storage priorities, scene lighting, electrical needs, graphics and other equipment your crew already knows it needs.

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Send One Clear Starting Plan

Submit known selections and leave uncertain items open. A Ward specialist can review compatibility, discuss remaining questions and help move the concept toward specifications and budgetary planning.

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Five-Step Planning Process

How to Create a Preliminary Apparatus Plan

  1. 1
    Choose the apparatus

    Select the fire, rescue or specialty starting point.

  2. 2
    Select the chassis

    Choose the chassis class, drivetrain and cab.

  3. 3
    Plan the body

    Set a compatible body length and compartment-door style.

  4. 4
    Add equipment

    Identify storage, lighting, electrical and visual priorities.

  5. 5
    Review and submit

    Confirm the summary and send it to Ward Apparatus.

Fire Apparatus Buying Questions

Custom Fire Apparatus FAQs

Direct answers for departments researching a custom fire truck, rescue vehicle or specialty emergency apparatus.
How much does a custom fire truck cost?

The cost of a custom fire truck varies based on apparatus type, chassis, body length, storage layout, equipment, electrical systems, graphics and other department requirements. Complete the builder to send Ward your preliminary configuration and request budgetary information.

How long does it take to build a custom fire apparatus?

Timing varies based on design complexity, chassis availability, engineering requirements, selected equipment and the production schedule. Ward will review your configuration and discuss current planning and delivery timing with your department.

What information should a fire department gather before starting?

Begin with the vehicle's primary mission, crew and cab needs, preferred chassis class, two-wheel or four-wheel drive, major equipment, storage priorities, access requirements and any body length limitations. You can leave any undecided item open for Ward review.

Can I use the builder if I do not know every specification?

Yes. Technical details are optional. Select what your department already knows, use the recommendation choices for uncertain items and submit the preliminary plan so Ward can help complete the remaining decisions.

Which chassis can I choose for my Ward apparatus?

The builder includes light rescue chassis from Ford and Ram, commercial chassis from International, Freightliner, Kenworth and Peterbilt, and custom chassis options from Spartan and HME. Ward can recommend a chassis based on apparatus type, body length, payload and response needs.

What types of fire and rescue vehicles can I configure?

You can begin a preliminary Spitfire, Super Squad, Quick Attack or Urban Interface, Walk-Around Rescue, Crew-Forward Rescue, Water Rescue or custom design. You can also select chassis, drivetrain, cab, body length, doors, equipment and color.

Does this create a final specification or drawing?

No. The online builder creates a preliminary plan that organizes known decisions and identifies open items. Ward reviews the plan before discussing engineering drawings, final specifications, pricing or production timing.

What happens after I submit my build?

Ward receives your selections and reviews the preliminary configuration. A specialist can help complete undecided details, confirm compatible options and follow up with budgetary information.