In just 10 weeks, BDS, makers of extreme duty suspension, have completely overhauled a bone stock 2 door Ford Bronco Black Diamond Edition into a mission-ready “half-cab” Bronco pickup. Built with a backwoods fire/rescue theme, the ultra-capable Bronco is designed to help a fire chief or command-lead get on-site quickly. The goal is to assess each situation and build a tactical plan of attack for the team. “Fire Command” as it’s been dubbed, is a one-of-a-kind short wheelbase Bronco truck that pays homage to the early Broncos used by many rural fire departments decades ago.
Equipped with the right gear to get the job done, Fire Command is ready for action thanks to suspension upgrades with oversized wheels and tires, dual winches, state-of-the-art comms, emergency lighting, first aid, an assortment of tools, storage, and much much more. Given BDS’s reputation and background, it’s no surprise this Bronco is outfitted with the latest and greatest BDS and FOX components. Along with the half cab conversion, the “bed” has been fitted with a custom bottom-hinged drop tailgate in place of the swing gate that gains access to a slide-out storage tray. If you missed how Project Fire Command took shape, be sure to check back through the entire build series to see how this Bronco came to be.
Vehicle:
Ford Bronco 2Dr (Black Diamond Edition)
2.3L Engine | 7-speed manual transmission
Race Red Paint Color
Build Specs:
Performance:
Hypertech React Offroad + Speedo Calibrator
Ford Performance by Borla Catback Exhaust System
Suspension:
BDS 4” DSC Coilover Lift System
– FOX 2.5 Performance Elite Series Coilovers w/ DSC
– BDS Uniball Upper Control Arms
BDS Adjustable Rear Upper/Lower Control Arms & Track Bar
Wheels & Tires:
37×12.50×17 Nitto Trail Grapplers
17×9 Method Series 106 Beadlocks (custom powdercoat)
Exterior:
Half Top Conversion (modified OE MIC hard top) – painted race red
Lower Half Top Bulkhead
Drop Tailgate Conversion
Crawltek Modular Front Winch Bumper
Crawltek Rear Winch Bumper
Dual (Front+Rear) Warn VR Evo 10-S Winches w/ Epic Hooks
Crawltek Fender Trim Kit
Fabricated Tonneau Cover
Yakima LoadWarrior basket w/ misc accessory mounts
ARB Jack w/ custom mounts
Axe, Shovel, Chainsaw, First Aid, PPE, Emergency Comms
RCV 300M Axle Shafts
Lighting:
Rigid 360-series 6” LED lighting (red backlit) for roof
Rigid 360-series 4” LED lights on cowl
Rigid SR-M LED Lights on bed rack
Rigid A-Series LED underbody lights
LED Emergency Flashers
Interior:
Katzkin Leather Seats (black & red w/ embroidery)
Ford OE Upfitter Switches to control lighting
Rescue Siren/PA System
Garmin Overlander GPS Unit and Camera
Fabricated rollcage to tie into factory rollbar
Ford Performance Door Sill Plates
Ford Performance Floor Mats
Ford Performance Fire Extinguisher
CargoGlide Trailslide Tray System
Ford Performance by Warn Recovery Kit
