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1974 Oshkosh 85-Foot Snorkel, Model 1834-3C1
Listing Number: 76440952 | Moon Township, PA US | Moon Township 0 Seller's Other Auctions
Auction Details
| Starting Bid: $1,000.00 | |
| Current Price: $1,550.00 | |
| Buy Now Price | $0.00 | No Reserve Available for immediate purchase. |
| Buyer's Fee: 9.00% |
| Start Date | |
| End Date | [Extended] |
| Bid History | 4 Bid(s) |
| High Bidder | JBain18 J*****8 |
| Page Views | 384 |
Payment Details
Payment in the full amount will be due when vehicle is picked up from the Township Garage. In the form of United States cash dollars or certified check made payable to the Township of Moon.
Item Description
Year: 1974 (June)
Make: Oshkosh 85 Foot Snorkel
Model: 1834-3C1
Serial Number: 13915
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing, Appleton, Wisconsin
Engine: Detroit Diesel-Model 8V-71N
Transmission: Allison HT-740 Automatic
Snorkel Component
Model: 85-SFF-A-AL
Serial Number: S-5034545
Snorkel Fire Equip. Co. S-5333
Pump
Manufacturer: Waterous
Model: CMB-1250
Type: Midship Pump
Gallons per Minute: 1250 – 2 stage
Transfer Valve: Electric w/ indicator lights
Relief Valve: Automatic, manual adjust w/ indicator lights
Primer: Manual priming valve
The water tank for the apparatus has been removed
Ladders & Pike Poles Provided
1 each 40-foot, 3 section alum. Extension w/ staypoles
1 each 28-foot, 2 section alum. Extension
1 each 35-foot, 2 section alum. Extension
1 each 20-foot, roof ladder w/ folding hooks
1 each 16-foot, roof ladder, w/ folding hooks
1 each 14-foot Fresno inside extension
2 each 8-foot, fiberglass handles
2 each 12-foot fiberglass handles
Breathing Air System in basket
2 each Air cylinders mounted (4500 psi) removable,
plumbed to basket w/ face pieces
Miscellaneous hose and adapters provided with the vehicle. Also included will be specifications, build sheets and operational and parts manuals.
In 2021, some components of the vehicle were refurbished by Keystone Fire Apparatus in McKees Rocks, PA. These upgrades included, but were not limited to, the following:
Rebuilding all outrigger cylinders with new seals, rings, chrome rods, and holding valves.
Rebuilding upper and lower boom cylinders with new seals, rings, chrome rods and holding valves.
Replacing all hydraulic hoses related to the boom and outrigger operation.
Changed hydraulic oils and filters.
Repacked fire pump and performed an independent test to obtain certification.
Tested all ground ladders.
Repaired rusted areas on vehicle and repainted.
Installed Jacob braking system.
Installed man saver bars on rear jumpseats.
Checked all gauges and repaired as needed.
Installed new lettering.
Repaired lighting.
Updated emergency lighting.
An original and complete copy of the of the contact packet will be provided with the vehicle at sale.
On July 8, 2023, an inspection and testing of aerial fire apparatus and emergency vehicles was performed by Industrial Inspections and Analysis in accordance with MFPA 1911 and the vehicle did meet certification requirements - Project Number 212, Work Order Number 173122. A copy of the report will be provided to the successful bidder.
This unit is currently located and can be viewed at the Moon Twp. Vol. Fire Co. Boggs Run Station. The unit was recently operated and pictures taken. To make arrangements to see the vehicle, please contact Fire Chief John Scott @ 412-292-1114. Monday -Thursday, 8 am- 4 pm
Seller’s Terms & Conditions
Vehicle will be sold "as is" and "where is", with no implied warranties. It will be the responsibility of the successful bidder to remove the apparatus from the Township of Moon with in 10 business of the award. Payment in full must be in certified funds (US Dollars), cash or certified check made payable to the Township of Moon, before the vehicle is removed from the Township. The successful bidder is responsible for all costs associated with the transfer of vehicle title before the vehicle is removed from Township property. A Notary will be selected by Moon Township. The Township of Moon reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive any minor informalities associated with the bidding process.
Additional information on this Auction
| Custom ID | Truck 1 | |
| Will Item results be voted on | Yes | |
| Date of voting | Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | |
| Will you ship this item | No. Pickup only. | |
| In person item inspection information | Contact Fire Chief John Scott to make arraignments | |
| Pickup Location Details | Moon Twp. Vol. Fire Co, Boggs Run Station 2 | |
| Does it start | Yes | |
| Is it drivable off the lot | Yes | |
| Is it currently inspected | No | |
| Miles | 19477 |
Item location This location is a general area based on the sellers zip code. It is not the specific address where the item is located.
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Example:
If buyers fee is 8% for bids up to $99,999.99, 5% for bids $100,000 - $499,999.99, and 4% for bids over $500,000.
- Winning bid: $50,000: = Buyers fee: $4,000 (8% of $50,000).
- Winning bid: $150,000: = Buyers fee: $10,500 (8% of $100,000 = $8,000) + (5% of $50,000 = $2,500).
- Winning bid: $550,000: = Buyers fee: $30,000 (8% of $100,000 = $8,000) + 5% of $400,000 = $20,000) + (4% of $50,000 = $2,000).
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Bidding Increments
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| If amount is greater than or equal to | The bid increment will be |
| $0.00 | $1.00 |
| $100.00 | $10.00 |
| $500.00 | $25.00 |
| $1000.00 | $50.00 |
| $2500.00 | $100.00 |
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