⛽ Fire Truck Fuel Basics

• Fuel type: Most fire trucks use diesel fuel.

• Tank size: A typical fire engine holds about 50–60 gallons of diesel.

• Fuel price in PA: Diesel has recently averaged around $5.00–$5.45 per gallon for consumers (prices vary by station and wholesale accounts).

💰 Cost to Fill a Tank

• If a truck has a 50-gallon tank and diesel is about $5.45/gal:

  • 50 gal × $5.45 ≈ $273 to fill the tank.

• If it’s a 60-gallon tank with diesel around $5/gal:

  • 60 gal × $5 ≈ $300 to fill the tank.
    So a full refill generally runs ~$270–$300 or more per truck.