London FB (London's Burning) De

New tooling from Oxford introduces the Dennis RS Fire Engine, which was purchased and used extensively by fire authorities when it first appeared in the late 1970s. Even though manufacture ceased in the early 1990s, the Dennis RS is still in use today by a wide number of fire authorities. Differing from previous fire vehicles, which were used in a variety of roles, the RS version was a purpose built fire appliance. One of its special attributes was a reinforced all-welded steel cab to protect the crew. Avid enthusiasts will appreciate that the London Fire Brigade did not in fact use the Dennis RS Fire Engine but it gained its fame as the 'star' of the long-running TV series 'London's Burning' with registration number VDT 420Y. It was at the time an ex-South Yorkshire fire engine and is now in preservation.