Fire Hooks Unlimited

Irons and Hooks from a Retired FDNY Captain

Halligan bars, force axes, roof hooks and lock pullers from Fire Hooks Unlimited, led by a retired FDNY captain.

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The Pro-Bar: A Drop-Forged Halligan

The Pro-Bar 30 is Fire Hooks Unlimited's Halligan-type entry tool, one-piece drop forged and 30 inches long. Fire Hooks says the FDNY's specifications call for a one-piece drop-forged Halligan with the Pro-Bar design, and that it is carried by every engine, truck and rescue company in the FDNY. Want a lighter bar? The Maxximus is nearly 2 pounds lighter, with a Rex lock puller on the fork.

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Fire Hooks Unlimited says anyone using its tools should be trained in proper use and safety by an approved training organization. Not sure which bar fits your company? Compare the tools.

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Which Fire Hooks Unlimited Tool Do You Need?

Our main Fire Hooks Unlimited bars, axes, hooks and lock pullers, side by side. Click a tool for sizes and options.

ToolTypeLength / weightBuildFeatures
Pro-Bar 30Halligan bar30 in.One-piece drop forgedFire Hooks says the FDNY spec calls for this design
Wide-Adz Pro-BarHalligan bar30 in.One-piece drop forged aircraft alloy steel, nickel plated3 in. adz for inward forcible entry and overhaul
Maxximus / Maxximus MODHalligan bar30 in.One-piece drop forged 4140 chrome vanadium steel; T.P.R. grip2-3/4 in. adz (MOD: 2 in.); Rex lock puller on fork; depth gauge marks; nearly 2 lb lighter than the Pro-Bar
Mini Pro-BarCompact Halligan16 or 20-1/2 in.Aircraft steelA-type lock cylinder puller in the adz; pike for padlocks, trim and probing
FarrMaxxKelly-type bar with maul head30 in., 12 lbOne-piece drop forged, heat treated; Celtex gripsShort strikes in tight spaces; pairs with a Pro-Bar
FireMaxx14-in-1 tool26 in.One-piece drop forged, heat treated; Celtex gripsAxe, hammer, spanner, gas and water shut-off, pry bar, hinge remover and more
HammerMaxx14-in-1 tool26 in.One-piece drop forged, heat treated; Celtex gripsSame 14 functions as the FireMaxx with a hammer head
8 lb Flat Head Force AxeFlat head axe8 lb headFiberglass handleLarge strike surface; contoured head works as a wedge
Pick Head AxePick head axe6 lb or 8 lb headHickory (6 lb) or fiberglass (6 or 8 lb)Oversized head for striking; spike for roofs
Truckman's Axe TR-28Pick head axe28 in., 6 lb headFiberglass; overstrike protection; Celtex gripsFits truckman's belts
New York Roof HookRoof hook3 to 10 ftAircraft steel shaft; chisel end; Celtex gripsChisel end pries scuttle hatches and roof doors
All Purpose HookPike pole4 to 14 ftSolid fiberglass pole; stainless steel wear sleevesMade to the FDNY standard hook spec; gas shut-off or D-handle end
Rex ToolLock puller24 in.U-shaped tapered blades; Celtex gripTwo Kerry keys stored in the grip; chisel end drives rim locks
Truckman's ToolLock puller / pry tool12 or 16 in.4130 aircraft steel; knurled gripA-type lock puller, gas shut-off, nail puller, pry bar

Specs are as Fire Hooks Unlimited lists them or as given in our product listings. FDNY references are Fire Hooks Unlimited's own statements.

Fire Hooks Unlimited FAQ

  • Who makes Fire Hooks Unlimited tools?

    Fire Hooks Unlimited, Inc. is a tool maker in Wall Township, New Jersey. Its CEO, Bob Farrell, is a retired FDNY captain who served with Engine 82 and Ladder 31. The company makes the Pro-Bar Halligan, the Maxximus and Maxx tools, force axes, roof hooks and lock pullers for fire, police and rescue work.

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  • Is the Fire Hooks Unlimited Pro-Bar a Halligan bar?

    Yes. The Pro-Bar is Fire Hooks Unlimited's Halligan-type forcible entry tool: 30 inches long and one-piece drop forged. Fire Hooks says the FDNY's specifications call for a one-piece drop-forged Halligan with the Pro-Bar design, and that the Pro-Bar is carried by every engine, truck and rescue company in the FDNY.

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  • What is the difference between the Pro-Bar, Wide-Adz Pro-Bar and Maxximus?

    All three are 30-inch, one-piece drop-forged Halligan bars. The Wide-Adz Pro-Bar has a 3-inch adz, an inch wider than the standard Pro-Bar, for inward forcible entry and overhaul. The Maxximus is forged from 4140 chrome vanadium steel, is nearly 2 pounds lighter than the Pro-Bar and adds a Rex lock puller on the fork and depth gauge marks; the Maxximus MOD has a 2-inch adz.

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  • Which Fire Hooks Unlimited hook should I buy?

    For roof work, the New York Roof Hook has an aircraft steel shaft and a chisel end for prying scuttles and roof doors. For ceilings and walls, the All Purpose Hook is made to the FDNY's standard hook spec, the Drywall Hook pulls large sections of drywall and the Universal Hook penetrates or pulls most building materials. The Colorado, Denver and Georgia hooks put a second head on the other end of a NY Roof Hook.

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  • What does the FireMaxx 14-in-1 tool do?

    The FireMaxx is a 26-inch, one-piece drop-forged and heat-treated tool with Celtex grips. Fire Hooks lists 14 functions: axe, hammer, spanner wrench, windshield cutter, rappelling ring, gas and water shut-off, battery disconnect, drywall cutter, forcible entry, hinge remover, pry bar, Storz latch opener and hood remover. The HammerMaxx offers the same functions with a hammer head.

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  • Do I need training to use Fire Hooks Unlimited forcible entry tools?

    Yes. Fire Hooks Unlimited says everyone using its tools should be trained in proper use and safety by an approved training organization. Practice with your company's irons on props before you need them at a fire.

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  • Do Fire Hooks Unlimited tools have a warranty?

    Fire Hooks Unlimited does not publish a general warranty on its tools, and it states that it does not offer a warranty on bolt cutters. The Public Safety Store is an authorized Fire Hooks Unlimited dealer, so if a tool arrives damaged or fails, send us your order number and we'll help.

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  • Where can I buy Fire Hooks Unlimited tools?

    You can buy Fire Hooks Unlimited tools at The Public Safety Store, For the Brave Behind the Badge, a firefighter-owned store and an authorized Fire Hooks Unlimited dealer. We carry the Pro-Bar, Wide-Adz Pro-Bar, Maxximus, force axes, roof hooks, pike poles and lock pullers. Every order is backed by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.

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