An F550 doesn't require a CDL, just a DOT physical. Avoid bucket vans at all costs. While they are typically cheaper than trucks, they have a lot more maintenance issues. I prefer F550 bucket trucks with the 42ft, 3 section booms as they are more versatile. You typically have to go with a F550 to get the larger booms but I've seen them on F450s as well with outriggers. Another thing I look for is an insulated boom. While we don't technically need it, it's just extra insurance to protect employees from not paying attention.
For most WISP/FISP operations, I just don't see the advantage of larger, CDL bucket trucks. On Thu, Sep 16, 2021 at 5:35 PM Jason McKemie < j.mcke...@veloxinetbroadband.com> wrote: > I'm currently in the market for a bucket truck, and it looks like a medium > duty (especially those that require a CDL) truck is noticably cheaper than > the closest equivalent F550. Is anyone using these? Thoughts? > > Thanks. > -- > AF mailing list > AF@af.afmug.com > http://af.afmug.com/mailman/listinfo/af_af.afmug.com >
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