FAP 13 1962 fire truck

Experience the raw, mechanical power of the legendary FAP 13, a 1962 vintage fire truck built for endurance and heavy-duty performance. This library captures the unmistakable soul of mid-century diesel engineering, from the massive, guttural roar of the engine to the hiss of air brakes and the haunting wail of its classic emergency sirens.

Whether you are working on a period-correct historical drama, a gritty industrial atmosphere, or need a heavy vehicle with a unique “heavy-metal” character, the FAP 13 offers a texture that modern trucks simply cannot replicate.

Why choose this library?

Authentic Vintage Character: Hard-to-find recordings of a 1960s heavy diesel engine with distinct mechanical vibrations.

Multi-Perspective Recording: Every driving maneuver was captured simultaneously from the engine, exhaust and interior perspective, allowing you to blend layers for the perfect cinematic mix.

Comprehensive Foley: Over 150 files including heavy door slams (inside/outside), mechanical switches, hood latches and the tactile sounds of the cockpit.

Specialty Sounds: Includes vintage emergency sirens and the characteristic air-brake release sounds essential for heavy vehicle realism.

Technical Specifications

Audio Quality: 32-bit / 192 kHz (Ultra-high resolution for extreme pitch-shifting and processing)

Workflow: Fully UCS Compliant (Universal Category System)

Microphones: RØDE NTG1, Line Audio Omni1, FEL Clippy XLR EM272

Recorder: Sound Devices MixPre-6 II

Content: 156 WAV files (Driving, idling, revving, pass-bys, interior/exterior foley, sirens and more).