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07/17/06 NYC DEP Takes Delivery of Multipower Regulator Truck

MHE recently delivered the newest addition to the NYC Dept of Environmental Protection (DEP) to Trius Equipment. Trius will finish the installation, and then deliver to DEP. This is the first of three units for the Dept.

Streetside photo

Cab & Chassis:
  • Sterling Acterra, 20,940 GVWR
  • Mercedes Benz Engine
  • Allison Automatic Transmission

Curbside photo

The Body is a custom, Omaha Standard service Body... Hydraulic hose reels are mounted in both rear corners of the body.
Curbside photo


Curbside photo


This is a true, "MultiPower" vehicle, in line with MHE's unique, multipower niche in the marketplace. The truck is equipped with:
  • Combination underdeck air compressor (185cfm) and 6KW electric generator
  • (2) 10gpm hydraulic tool circuits.
All can be operated simultaneously, per the requirements of DEP.

Other special features include:
  • Liftmore, 5,000lb hydraulic crane (Model 2550) link to specs
  • Custom "cone storage rack", powder-coat painted for maximum durability
  • Ladder storage box
  • Multiple strobes, arrow board, and LED's
  • Customized (external) rack for heat exchangers located over cab
  • Omaha Standard through compartment with roll-up doors
  • Slide-out Wachs machine (model# 7-000-NY, specifically made for NYC-DEP) for valve turning
Streetside photo

Streetside photo

MHE is currently in the process of building two more trucks for DEP which are identical to this one.


Mobile Hydraulic Equipment Co., LLC   1544 Howell, Kansas City, MO 64116
Phone: 816-474-2034   Fax: 816-474-7447   Toll Free: 800-844-0624