Pakistani customers inspect AC TRUCK Chinese firefighting equipment, attracting the attention of Pakistani counterparts
On September 23, 2025, a Pakistani firefighting equipment procurement delegation arrived at the Hubei Anchi Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. (AC TRUCK) factory for a field inspection of the fire truck procurement project. Led by Mohammad Karim, technical advisor to the Pakistan Federal Fire Service, the delegation focused on researching high-end firefighting equipment suitable for the South Asian market and identifying key equipment for Pakistan’s next round of firefighting infrastructure upgrades.
Focus on demand: Diesel fire trucks become the focus of inspection
At the AC TRUCK production facility, the delegation first focused on the diesel fire truck production line. “The Pakistani market’s demand index for diesel fire trucks is as high as 3.81, far exceeding that of other emergency vehicle types,” Karim stated during the visit. Pakistan’s rapid urbanization, coupled with the growth of industrial and commercial facilities, has significantly increased firefighting response pressures, creating an increasingly urgent need for cost-effective diesel-powered firefighting equipment.
Technicians demonstrated two key vehicles: a Sinotruk water tank fire truck and an intelligent robotic firefighting rapid rescue truck. The former features a modular design, a PTO system, and a water tank capacity of up to 18,000 liters, making it suitable for extinguishing fires in large industrial areas. The latter is lightweight and maneuverable, capable of extinguishing fires while moving or reversing, overcoming the efficiency bottleneck of traditional fire trucks in confined fire scenes. “This vehicle is particularly well-suited for the narrow streets of cities like Karachi, significantly reducing rescue response times,” Karim commented after a test drive.
Detailed Study: Adaptable Design Recognized
The delegation paid particular attention to the localized design of the vehicles. To meet Pakistan’s right-hand drive requirements, the AC TRUCK vehicles on display all utilize a standardized right-hand drive chassis. The cab has been upgraded to a double-cab structure, accommodating four operators and equipped with safety features. The body is constructed of 16-gauge steel and coated with an anti-corrosion coating, making it suitable for the hot and humid climate of South Asia. Non-slip roof running boards and a sliding storage area that can accommodate a 30-foot ladder further enhance operational convenience.
During the core component inspection phase, the delegation carefully examined the fire pump’s pressure parameters and the performance of the foam mixing system. “Our high-pressure pump has a maximum range of 60 meters and a foam mixing accuracy within ±1%, making it very effective in extinguishing petrochemical fires,” said Yan Han, General Manager of Hubei Anchi. This technology has received international firefighting equipment certification and has previously served several petrochemical parks in the Middle East.
Deepening Cooperation: Targeting Market Opportunities along the Belt and Road Initiative
During the symposium, the two sides discussed procurement details and after-sales service. The delegation revealed that the Pakistani federal government has included firefighting equipment upgrades in its “Infrastructure Upgrade Plan,” with a 22% year-on-year increase in the 2025 budget, focusing on the procurement of diesel fire trucks, emergency rescue vehicles, and other equipment. Hubei Anchi proposed a “customization + localization” cooperation plan, pledging to adjust vehicle configurations to Pakistani firefighting needs and collaborate with local companies to establish a maintenance and service center.
“The technological strength of Chinese firefighting equipment has been globally recognized. The 52 fire truck orders previously secured by Chinese companies fully demonstrate the competitiveness of ‘Made in China’.” Karim stated that this inspection laid the foundation for subsequent bulk purchases, with the first batch of orders expected to prioritize firefighting upgrades and renovation projects in major cities such as Karachi and Lahore. Yan Han emphasized, “Leveraging the Belt and Road Initiative, our company has already exported firefighting equipment to 12 countries, and Pakistan will become a core fulcrum for our South Asian market.”
As of press time, the inspection team had completed all inspection procedures, and the two sides signed a “Memorandum of Understanding on Technical Cooperation,” which stipulates subsequent vehicle compatibility testing and business negotiations.
