1953 R-2 Facts Type R-2 Rescue Truck Basics The R-Deuce was the first truck designed as a rescue vehicle for the Air Force. Its small size and agility enabled rescue teams to reach downed aircraft quickly to extract their crews. Crew and Equipment Crew: 2 Firefighters Equipment: No onboard water or foam Roles Aircraft and Fire Rescue History of Goodfellow's 1953 R-2 On exhibit at Goodfellow since restoration in 2000, the vehicle is part of the historic firefighting vehicles on display at Goodfellow Air Force Base. This truck last served at Eaker AFB, Arkansas.