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OSHKOSH, Wis., March 14 (UPI) -- Oshkosh Corp. of Wisconsin announced its first sale to Indonesia of Striker 3000 aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles.
The four vehicles were delivered last week to its Indonesian customer, PT Angkasa Pura II, in ceremonies in Jakarta.
"We are honored to have been selected by Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta and at international airports throughout Indonesia," said Jim Johnson, Oshkosh executive vice president and president, Fire and Emergency. "Oshkosh is proud to have the Striker brand grow throughout Southeast Asia and these new Striker vehicles reflect Oshkosh Corporation's dedication to increasing our presence in this region of the world."
The Oshkosh Striker 3000 offers a 6x6 all-wheel-drive axle configuration and proprietary technologies such as TAK-4 independent suspension and rear axle steering for enhanced maneuverability.
Other features include a 3,000-gallon water capacity, twin dry chemical system with a total foam capacity of 1000 pounds, triple agent firefighting capabilities and a structural firefighting system.
Oshkosh said the vehicles would be used at the airport in Jakarta and elsewhere in the country.
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