The article presents results of a static tensile test of standardized machined test pieces of round cross-section made of 32CrB3 alloy steel, quenched and tempered in the production process, subjected to environmental actions simulating an extraordinary fire situation. The tests were aimed at assessing the impact of simulated fire conditions on the residual mechanical properties of the analysed steel used to produce grade 8.8 steel construction bolts. The tests involved variants of the maximum temperature applied in the soaking process, exposure time to specific thermal conditions, and the cooling method. The specimens were soaked at temperatures of 600˚C, 650˚C, 700˚C, 750˚C, 800˚C, 900˚C, and 1000˚C for periods of 30', 60', 120' and 240', respectively, and varied cooling methods were applied during the tests. The first batch of specimens, after soaking, was cooled freely at ambient temperature. In the case of the second batch, the specimens were rapidly cooled by immersion in water until they cooled completely, thus simulating the effect of an intensive firefighting operation. The analysis relates to variability of values of the following post-fire parameters obtained in the static tensile test: ultimate tensile strength, yield point, Young's modulus, ultimate strain at maximum force, strain at fracture, percentage elongation after fracture, and percentage reduction of area, depending on the temperature and soaking time, as well as the cooling method applied. The results were compared with those reported in the literature. The values of retention factors and recovery factors were determined.