Police Cars Through the Ages
This is a common name for a police car.
Patrol car
This vehicle, larger than a police car, helps carry police gear and SWAT teams.
A police van
This vehicle has flashing lights and a loud siren to pull over cars.
Police cruiser
This fire truck has a big ladder to help firefighters reach high places.
A ladder truck
This type of car is commonly used by police officers.
Patrol car
In the 1930s, police often drove this type of car, named for its "flat" front.
A flathead Ford
This type of police bike has two wheels and is great for patrolling city streets.
A bicycle
This special van carries police dogs to crime scenes.
K-9 unit van
This fire engine carries lots of water to put out fires, like a giant hose on wheels.
Tanker truck
This special vehicle is used by SWAT teams to stay safe in dangerous situations.
Armored vehicle
Today, many police cars are equipped with these flashing lights on top.
Light bars
In water rescues, police might use one of these fast boats.
A police speedboat
In big cities, police might ride in this type of rail car during patrols.
Subway car
This special fire truck helps put out fires in forests.
A woodland fire truck
This vehicle carries police dogs to help officers find things.
K-9 unit vehicle
This famous car model, often used by police today, starts with "F" and is known for its durability.
The Ford Explorer
Police motorcycles often have sirens and these bright warning lights.
Strobe lights
Police sometimes use this kind of armored vehicle for dangerous situations.
SWAT truck
This fire engine is great for driving off-road to reach wildfires.
Type 6 engine
This police car is super fast, like a sports car.
Pursuit vehicle
Some police cars have this special feature that lets them record video during traffic stops.
A dash cam
This word describes police vehicles that can drive off-road, like SUVs.
All-terrain
This word describes unmarked police cars that look like regular cars.
Undercover
This big, heavy fire truck can go fast and is used in wildfires.
Type 1 engine
Some police departments use fancy cars like Lamborghinis.
Luxury police car