As Close as You Can Get Bronson, Iowa Proudly Made in the USA
American Fire Equipment Co.
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Our Story

Built by people who answer the phone

Designed and developed for firefighters, by firefighters. We started by solving a problem on the fireground — getting water to the seat of the fire from a safer position — and built the Torpedo Nozzle to do exactly that.

Today we pair that manufacturing know-how with a full apparatus catalog: engines, tankers, rescues, aerials, brush trucks and command vehicles, sourced and delivered nationwide. The same standard runs through all of it — honest specs, secure photos, and straight answers.

Proudly made in the USA. Dedicated to life safety. That isn’t a tagline — it’s how we decide what to build and who to work with.

Fire apparatus lined up outside the AFE facility
USAIn-house manufacturing
49Precision holes per nozzle
1–24′Custom extension lengths
NFPAAnodized to spec
Machined aluminum Torpedo Nozzle tips In-House

Manufacturing

Machined on-site, start to finish

The Torpedo Nozzle is machined and assembled in our facilities from 6061-T6 structural aluminum, then hard-coat anodized to NFPA spec. Custom extension lengths from one to twenty-four feet are built to order — because no two attics, basements, or void spaces are the same.

How We Work

From spec to delivery

One point of contact from the first call through delivery and support.

01

Spec

We learn what your department runs, your budget, and your timeline — then match the right apparatus or configure the right Torpedo set.

02

Build

Apparatus is sourced and inspected; nozzles and components are machined in-house to order.

03

Deliver

We coordinate nationwide delivery and walk you through the unit so your crew is ready on day one.

04

Support

Parts, custom lengths, and straight answers — we’re a phone call away after the sale.

Why AFE

Made in-house. Made in America.

Our flagship product line and apparatus expertise, under one roof.

American Made

Designed and built in the USA — apparatus and Torpedo Nozzle alike. No overseas sourcing on the tools that matter.

Built In-House

Machined and assembled on-site in Bronson, Iowa — start to finish, so quality is never handed off.

NFPA Compliant

Components hard-coat anodized to NFPA spec. Equipment your department can stake a life on.

Answer the Phone

Real people who know the apparatus. Spec help, lead times, and support — before and after the sale.

Testimonials

What departments say

★★★★★

“When we began our search to replace our 1996 engine we knew we needed to find a used apparatus that improved on our existing engine, while navigating a limited budget. Nathan, along with the team at AFC worked with our truck committee to deliver a…When we began our search to replace our 1996 engine we knew we needed to find a used apparatus that improved on our existing engine, while navigating a limited budget. Nathan, along with the team at AFC worked with our truck committee to deliver a refurbished engine that not only met our unique requirements but exceeded expectations. AFC was receptive, attentive, and provided exceptional detail throughout the entire process, from crafting the overall upgrades to coordinating the final delivery. Even after the trucks arrival Nathan has remained accessible and available to answer any questions and ensure a smooth transition into service. We are fortunate to now have such a reliable frontline apparatus to provide fire protection and serve our community for years to come, and this is thanks to the hard work and service from the team at AFC. - Dustin, Essex Fire Department”

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DustinFire Captain, Essex Fire Department - Essex, NY
★★★★★

“Nathan was great to deal with throughout the whole transaction. We were unable to travel to Iowa to see the fire truck in person. They did an excellent job doing a virtual inspection and taking the time to show everything we asked to see. The entire…Nathan was great to deal with throughout the whole transaction. We were unable to travel to Iowa to see the fire truck in person. They did an excellent job doing a virtual inspection and taking the time to show everything we asked to see. The entire purchase was smooth. It was very nerve wracking to spend that much money with someone you didn’t meet in person and to buy a truck without seeing it, but they made it easy. The truck showed up just like it was described. If anyone is hesitant about doing it, I encourage you to not be worried about Nathan or his company they were great to deal with!”

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Chief Clint ThrasherFire Chief, Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department - Cullman, AL
★★★★★

“We purchased 3 sets of the Torpedo system with different attachment lengths for each truck: 201 is our main Rescue/Accident response apparatus, 202 is our main Structural apparatus, then 208 is our first out Brush/Rescue vehicle. I've seen the…We purchased 3 sets of the Torpedo system with different attachment lengths for each truck: 201 is our main Rescue/Accident response apparatus, 202 is our main Structural apparatus, then 208 is our first out Brush/Rescue vehicle. I've seen the Torpedo sets used for many different applications- even seen the crew get creative a time or two (with success I might add) lol. We have used the Torpedo for vehicle fires, coal chutes, and most recently a baler/field fire when the operator forgot to eject the alfalfa bale out of the baler; we put the Torpedo inside the bale chamber to extinguish the blaze. The structure and design of the Torpedo system has proven it can handle every situation we have thrown/stuck it into thus far. Members of the dept. have commented numerous times of its great advantages to our tool bag. Thanks again. Mike DeWild Chief - Blakesburg Fire & Rescue”

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Chief Mike DewildFire Chief, Blakesburg Fire & Rescue - Blakesburg, IA

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