1923 Albion
Canberra Fire Brigade’s second motorised appliance, the 1923 Albion marks the early move from horse-era equipment to motorised firefighting in the ACT.
- 1923
- Entered Canberra Fire Brigade service as its second motorised appliance.
- 1930s
- Modified as brigade duties and firefighting equipment continued to evolve.
- Later
- Retired from active service after its working life with the brigade.
- c. 2008
- Restored and presented to the Canberra Fire Museum.
The restored Albion shows early motorised firefighting in Canberra, including period crew equipment and the practical change from horse-era response to engine-powered appliances.