Buckeye ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher w/ Vehicle Bracket – 5 lb.

DOT-compliant ABC Multipurpose Fire Extinguisher - 5 LB w/ Vehicle Bracket

The Buckeye 25614 ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher, featuring a 5 lb capacity and a convenient vehicle bracket, offers effective protection against Class A, B, and C fires across diverse environments such as homes, offices, warehouses, and farms. Designed for durability with an all-metal valve and robust cylinder, it meets ANSI/UL standards and is DOT approved. While not suitable for sensitive electronics, it ensures reliable performance in emergencies. This 3-A:40-B:C rated extinguisher weighs 10 lbs, stands just over 16 inches tall, and delivers a 14-second discharge with a 12-18 foot range, operating reliably between -65°F and 120°F. Recharging is simple using 50 lb pails of ABC dry chemical.

Buckeye’s 5 lb Monoammonium Phosphate dry chemical 25614 extinguisher effectively tackles Class A, B, and C fires, making it suitable for residential, commercial, agricultural, and vehicle use.

DOT Vehicle Size Recommendations

DOT 49 CFR §393.95 requires commercial motor vehicles to carry a UL-listed fire extinguisher. Minimum size depends on vehicle class and whether the load is placarded hazmat.

Size	UL Rating	Recommended For
2.5 lb	1-A:10-B:C	Pickups, light service vehicles, CMVs under 10,001 lb GVWR
5 lb	3-A:40-B:C	Semi-trucks, box trucks, flatbeds, buses (standard CMVs)
10 lb	4-A:80-B:C	Placarded hazmat transport, tanker trucks, large fleets
20 lb	10-A:120-B:C	Heavy-duty extended-fire scenarios, high-risk cargo

See the full DOT fire extinguisher requirements guide for hazmat rules, mounting specifications, and inspection intervals.