The superintendent shall prescribe a distinctive style of uniform for members of the patrol, to be made of such material and of such color as he shall specify and such uniforms shall be purchased at such times as the superintendent shall require. The members of the patrol shall be furnished with such vehicles, uniforms, equipment, arms, ammunition, supplies and insignia of office as the superintendent may deem necessary, all of which shall remain the property of the state and be strictly accounted for by each member of the patrol.