Which Phoenix Fire Department apparatus carries the chain saw?

The ladder trucks within the Phoenix Fire Department are equipped with a range of tools and equipment essential for a variety of emergency situations, including the chain saw. Ladder trucks are typically designed for rescue operations, structure firefighting, and performing access to elevated areas, which often requires specialized tools such as chain saws for cutting through materials like wood or other obstacles during rescue operations or when combating structure fires.

In contrast, ambulances focus primarily on medical emergencies, fire engines are primarily involved in fire suppression with water hoses and firefighting gear, and rescue boats are specifically designed for water-based incidents. Therefore, while the other apparatus serve critical functions within the department, ladder trucks specifically carry chain saws to facilitate their role in firefighting and rescue operations.