Chicago Fire Department 1956 Mack® B95 Engine Co. 13
Chicago Fire Department 1956 Mack® B95 Engine Co. 13

Take home a classic...Engine Co. 13's 1956 Mack B95 Pumper
The Chicago Fire Department Classics continue with the 1:50 scale, museum grade replica of the 1956 Mack B95 Pumper. This is your chance to take home a piece of Chicago's rich firefighting history!
Hand-crafted, limited in production and display ready
Engine Co. 13 is hand-crafted and authentic down to the smallest of features. Production is limited to an elite 36 units and includes a fully-custom display case to protect and preserve the unit.









Chicago Fire Department 1956 Mack® B95 Engine Co. 13 scale model specifications
- Scale: 1:50
- Production Quantity: 36
- Multi-materials including High Def Resin, stainless steel photo etch metal, wire, rubber and other composites.
- Mounted inside high quality, custom display case featuring etched stainless steel I.D. nameplate.
- Model Dimensions: 6"L x 2"W x 2"T
- Display Case Dimensions: 8"L x 4.5"W x 4.5"T

Character, style and personalization epitomize the Mack B95 pumpers that served Chicago throughout the 1950's and 60's. Producing replicas of these beautiful rigs that are small enough to fit nicely on a shelf, has been a painstaking process. Over 18 months, each of the hundreds of intricately detailed parts are designed, cast or fabricated, painted, decorated, and trimmed...then organized in small bins, ready for assembly. There is no substitute for the laborious tasks that each of the 35 skilled men and women perform. It is a sight to see as each team member patiently adheres each part to another, consistently analyzing the end result. As you scroll down the assembly pictures, take notice of the parts on each workstation and you will gain a greater appreciation for the process. And don't forget to add these Classic Chicago pumpers to your collection.






Engine Co 13's History by Joe O'Brien
The 1956 Mack B95 used by Chicago were equipped with 200-gallon tanks, this was a first for Chicago engines so the placement of these Engine’s was well thought out. These Mack’s also ran frontline for 20 years, over time the shops would retro fit some of them with booster reels, and square sidewalls over the rear wheels. Tiger stripes also appeared on bumpers, the shops would eventually replace the lights with aurora borealis, and even add large white numbers on the doors. Engine 13 was organized in 1867. The first steamer “A.D. Titsworth”. The firehouse located on the NE corner of Washington and Dearborn was a former volunteer station. The building did not survive the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. In 1872 a new 3 story single bay brick firehouse opened at 209 N. Dearborn just north of Lake Street and south of the river. If you picked up the 1972 Fire Replicas Engine 13 this would be a great addition to show the changes from 1956 to 1972 in your collection. Check out the bumper plate on Engine 13.
More About the Scale Model
This Chicago Fire Department Engine Co. 13 scale model is a museum grade replica of the 1956 Mack B95 Pumper. Like all Fire Replicas models, every detail is modeled to perfection and with razor sharp precision. The replica features the specific department configuration and graphics, leaving no detail overlooked. The display case is custom manufactured with high quality acrylic and resin. The stainless steel etched plate features the department and truck name, and department seal. This replica is a treasure to be displayed and admired and is in no way a toy.
Safety Warning
This is not a toy and not suitable for children under the age of 14. This highly detailed scale model contains small, intricate pieces that may present a choking hazard.
Reviews
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Chicago FD E13, 1956 Mack B95.
I was interested in acquiring this replica of Chicago Engine Co. 13 from 1956, for 2 reasons: First of all, I already have the American LaFrance 1000 Series from 1972. So, it's nice to create a set. Secondly, when I was in Chicago in 2018, Engine 13 & Truck 6 were parked on the street after responding to a call near Giordano's, where I had just enjoyed some of their legendary Chicago deep dish pizza. I'm old enough to remember seeing Mack B trucks in general & Mack B fire trucks in particular up close & in person. I've always considered the Mack B design to be quite attractive. Over the years, Mack's designers have consistently managed to create trucks that were rugged looking, while still retaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance. I really appreciate the distinctive features that identify this model as a Chicago rig: Like the Mars DX-40 warning light on the cab roof, the black over red paint scheme, the accordion hose loads in the hose bed with a tray holding a supply of smaller diameter hose, the green & red warning lights on the front bumper, & the frame on the front bumper for the bell & the Mars light. Then, there's some noteworthy details that are unique to Engine 13: Like the placard under the bell that says: "ENGINE 13", the white paint on the bottom arms of the bell's frame, & "13" appearing in yellow in the middle of the 2 hard suction hoses & in white on the street pipe. The 2 hose boxes on the left & right running boards are a nice touch. Just a final note: Fire Replicas do an exemplary job of reproducing complicated paint schemes, such as the two-tone paint jobs that you see on Chicago Fire Department, FDNY, & DCFD rigs. The colour separation is amazingly crisp & clean.
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1956 B95 Mack Engine
Museum-grade quality! Outstanding workmanship and fond memories!
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Love the Mack
This is a great addition to my CFD collection Engine 13 will sit perfectly next to the ALF Engine 13!
