Bulldog from what I have been told they ordered these 2000 gpm pumpers due to the situations that happened during 9/11, the water mains in that area were comprimised and water was relayed from fireboats for a time until repairs or rerouting occurred. So I think the higher ups decided to have larger capacity pumps and drafting available in case of future attacks. Most companies have begun using the 35' connection which will allow capacity to be reached, and as i stated the job has asked chauffeurs to also use a single gate on the unused 2 1/2 outlet on the hydrant to increase flow if needed.