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Vehicle Description
1952 Dodge M-37 Fire Truck – American LaFrance Conversion – Fully Operational – National Registry – Sterling Siren – Pump & Hose Reel
This is a rare, fully restored1952 Dodge M-37 ¾-ton 4x4 military truck, professionally converted to a working brush fire truck byAmerican LaFrance, one of the most respected names in U.S. fire apparatus manufacturing. It has been meticulously restored and upgraded with modern systems while preserving its heritage.Fully operationaland registered in theNational M-37 Registry, this vehicle is a museum-grade showpiece — and a working firefighting platform.
Perfect for collectors, museums, parade duty, vintage emergency services, or anyone who appreciates historical military fire trucks that still work. It could even be used as a fully functional brush fire truck.
Dodge T245 230ci inline-6 engine
4-speed manual transmission
2-speed transfer case (Hi/Lo, 4x4)
Selectable 4WD withfront-wheel lockers
New ignition system: coil, distributor, plug wires, plugs
New 12V dual batterieswith24V standby charging system
Spin-on fuel filter and housing(included, not yet installed)
New wiring harness and updated electricsthroughout
Runs and drives well — regularly exercised and maintained
Converted by American LaFrancewith original badging
500-gallon water tank
Tank can be filled externally or hydrant
Gasoline-powered fire pump
Remote-controlled motorized hose reel(fully installed and operational)
Sterling Model 30 Free Rolling mechanical fire siren(rare, ~$1,500 value)
New firehose
Assorment of fire fighting hoze nozzles
Full firefighting toolset included:
Fire hydrant tools
Firefighting boots
Brush rake
Commercial-grade30lb exterior-mounted fire extinguisher
Assortment ofhoses, nozzles, and functional accessories
Code-3 MasterCom light and siren controller
Controls all emergency lights, siren, and PA system
Front and rear Feniex red flashing emergency light modules
Kenwood VHF radio,PA speaker,microphone, andmilitary whip antenna
Full-function control panelfor siren, PA, and lighting
24V NATO plug, charging port, and all systems operational
Military whip antenna
Finished in flat black with fire engine red accents, professionally detailed
Steel wheels with military-grade tires
Rear-mounted spare
Functional compartments for hoses and tools
Original canvas roof included
American LaFrance badge and Sterling siren mounted visibly
Undercarriage is clean and preserved
Fire engine red dashboard and steel interior
Working original gauge cluster
Floor-mounted 4-speed shift and 4WD lever
Clean floors, seats, and operational switches
Heater box included
Original placards and ID plates
New functioning wipers
Police/Fire commercial center console for radios - light controller - PA
Canvas roof
Extensive accessories and spare parts
Various hose and hydrant tools
Printed and digital manuals
Documented in theNational M-37 Registry
Clean Tennessee title
Recently detailed - Garage kept
Video clips available:
Engine cold start
Sterling siren test
Emergency lights cycling via Code-3 MasterCom
Fire pump operation and hose reel demo
60+ high-resolution photos ready
Location:Nashville, TN
Title:Clean Tennessee title
Price:$69,500 OBO
Available forinspection by appointment
This is not a static showpiece or novelty prop, this truck isfully functional, historically significant, and one of the most complete M-37 fire truck conversions you’ll find. Between theAmerican LaFrance provenance,functional equipment, andcollector-grade restoration, it’s ready for private collections, public museums, parade use, or fire history exhibitions.
