NYC hydrants range from 40 psi to 100 psi

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Peteri Szerlagi

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Jun 3, 2023, 5:51:53 PM6/3/23
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" In various parts of NYC, hydrant pressures can vary significantly,
ranging from 40 psi to 100 psi."

from page 24 of 255 at
https://countyfiretactics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Engines-Complete-Updated-and-Issued-8-5-2021.pdf
- which is the "Engine Company Operations" manual for the fdny

Peteri Szerlagi

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Jun 3, 2023, 6:01:08 PM6/3/23
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fdny has some 'high pressure engines' and '3rd stage engines' - high
pressure engines have a special high pressure elbow and high pressure
fittings - they can safely pump up to 600 psi - 3rd stage engines can
pump up to 700 psi

squads just have 1,000 gpm pumps

apparently all other engines have 2000 gpm pumps that can pump at 600
psi - but they dont have the fittings or hose to handle the extra
pressure

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