Build & Price: Custom Series

Build & Price

A truck built specifically for your requirements.

Built to Your Specifications

Every detail, from compartment configuration to pump capacity, is designed around your requirements.

Flexible Chassis Options

Choose from Spartan or commercial chassis that best suit your application.

Optimized for Performance

Engineered for the conditions, terrain, and call types your department faces most.

Graphics & Branding

Our in-house decal team brings your department’s custom design to life.

Proudly Canadian

Designed and built by Canadians, for Canadians. We take pride in supporting and protecting communities across the country.

Step 1: Planning & Design

Every custom fire apparatus starts with a comprehensive planning and design process. Our experienced team works directly with your fire department to assess operational needs, equipment requirements, and response objectives. From chassis selection to compartment layout, each component is engineered for maximum functionality, safety, and long-term performance.

Leveraging advanced 3D modeling and decades of field experience, we ensure your fire truck meets all NFPA standards while optimizing space, and serviceability. The result is a fully custom-built fire apparatus, designed to perform reliably in every emergency situation.

Step 2: Engineering & Fabrication

Each custom fire truck we build is engineered for optimal performance, reliability, and serviceability, ensuring every weld, joint, and component meets the highest standards of safety and durability. Our Canadian-built fire apparatus are designed to deliver dependable performance in every emergency situation.

From the initial blueprint to the final fit-up, our in-house engineers collaborate closely with production and quality control teams to integrate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems seamlessly. Using advanced fabrication techniques, including precision laser cutting, aluminum extrusion framing, and NFPA-compliant manufacturing processes, we craft emergency vehicle bodies built to withstand the toughest conditions and provide years of reliable service.

Step 3: Assembly & Integration

During the assembly process, every component comes together to create a fully operational custom fire truck. Our skilled technicians expertly install and integrate all electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems — including pumps, lighting, controls, and communication equipment, ensuring complete functionality, reliability, and safety in the field.

Each subsystem is thoroughly tested and verified throughout the build to guarantee long-term performance, NFPA compliance, and ease of serviceability. By combining expert craftsmanship with precision engineering, Dependable Emergency Vehicles ensures every fire apparatus leaving our facility is fully reliable, mission-ready, and built to perform from day one.

Step 4: Testing and Inspection

Every Dependable fire apparatus undergoes a rigorous multi-stage testing and inspection process to ensure it meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance, as well as your department’s unique operational requirements. From pump performance testing and electrical diagnostics to lighting, water flow, and road testing, every system is verified for NFPA compliance, reliability, and long-term durability.

Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts detailed inspections at every stage of production, followed by a comprehensive final inspection before delivery. The result is a custom fire truck that performs flawlessly from day one and continues to serve with dependability in every emergency situation.

Step 5: Final Inspection & Delivery

Final Inspection Day marks the culmination of your custom fire truck build, turning your department’s vision into reality. Together with our team, you’ll review every detail, from fit and finish to pump performance, electrical systems, and overall system functionality. Any final adjustments are made on-site to guarantee complete satisfaction and NFPA-compliant performance.

Once approved, your fire apparatus is fully prepared for delivery, complete with all documentation, certifications, and operational manuals. Whether driven or transported, Dependable Emergency Vehicles ensures a smooth, on-time handover, delivering a mission-ready fire truck that performs reliably from day one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stock vs. Custom Build — What’s the Difference?

Stock and in-production apparatus offer shorter delivery timelines and predictable pricing, while custom builds allow for fully tailored specifications but typically involve longer lead times. Many departments find that a well-configured stock unit meets the majority of operational needs without the delays of a full custom build.

Are Stock Apparatus Fully Compliant?

Yes. Stock and in-production apparatus are built to applicable Canadian standards and can be configured to meet departmental and regulatory requirements. Compliance and operational suitability are reviewed as part of the delivery and acceptance process.

Do You Provide Service and Support After Delivery?

Yes. We provide ongoing inspection, testing, service, and support to help departments keep apparatus in service throughout its lifecycle.

Can You Help With Specifications and Procurement?

We assist departments in evaluating needs, reviewing specifications, and navigating procurement requirements to support informed and defensible purchasing decisions.

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

Every fire truck we build directly reflects your department’s needs. Designed, engineered hand-crafted in Ontario, Dependable typical build times range from 10 to 15 months, depending on your chosen chassis, components, and options. From day one, Mountain View Emergency Vehicles will keep you informed at every stage, ensuring transparency, quality, and pride in every detail. 

What parts of the fire truck can be customized? 

From chassis and pump size to tank capacity, lighting, storage layouts, and onboard technology, every aspect can be tailored to fit your department’s exact needs. Our experienced design team will work side by side with you to bring your vision to life, creating a truck that performs flawlessly when every second counts. 

Can Mountain View Emergency Vehicles help design our fire truck? 

Absolutely, it’s what we do best. Our in-house engineers and product specialists collaborate with your department to design an apparatus that’s efficient, reliable, and built for real-world conditions. Every line, compartment, and feature is purpose-driven, designed to make your crew’s job safer and easier. 

What chassis options are available? 

We proudly offer custom (Spartan) and commercial chassis (Freightliner, International, Ford, Dodge, Kenworth, and Peterblit)  options from industry-leading manufacturers. Whether you’re looking for power, maneuverability, or value, we’ll help you choose the perfect platform to meet your department’s performance goals and budget. 

Can we visit the facility during the build? 

We encourage it! You’re welcome to visit our state-of-the-art Brampton facility at any point throughout the build to see your truck taking shape. You will get the experience to meet the skilled craftspeople behind your build and see the Dependable difference in action. You will get the experience, to this

What if we need a fire truck right away? 

Need a truck fast? Explore our Mountain View Emergency Vehicles Stock Series, a lineup of fully equipped pre-engineered fire apparatus ready for immediate delivery. These trucks are tested, certified, and built to the same high Dependable standards, as custom truck without the wait.  

What warranty and service support do you offer? 

Dependable Emergency Vehicles stand behind every apparatus we build with a comprehensive warranty and nationwide service support. Our certified technicians and trusted partners are available coast-to-coast to keep your fleet in top condition, because your community depends on you, and you can depend on us. 