Wrecking Water Trucks in Australia

About Water Trucks

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Hino 500 FM2632 Water Truck

Water trucks deliver large volumes of water, and operators often use the truck for such jobs as dust suppression, fire suppression, power washing, potable water delivery, road cleaning, and soil compaction. Water trucks are often equipped with components like a water cannon or a spray system designed to suit a particular job. When suppressing dust at mining and quarry sites, for instance, water trucks might use dribble bars or sprayers for ground-level application. Alternatively, water trucks on construction sites might utilise a water cannon to manage soil density and create the best conditions for soil compaction. On a farm, a water truck might use a hose and hose reel to supply vital drinking water for livestock in locations where water is scarce or in times of drought.

Tank Capacity

Smaller trucks’ tank capacities can range from 4,000 to 8,000 litres (1,057 to 2,113 gallons), while bigger trucks with longer tanks easily reach capacities from 18,000 to 22,000 L (4,755 to 5,811 gal). Some of the largest available water trucks feature 40,000-L (10,567-gal) tanks. Tanks are often classified as potable or non-potable, indicating whether the stored water is drinkable by humans or livestock. Non-potable tanks are generally restricted to applying reclaimed water on construction and mining jobsites, as well as in agricultural and landscaping applications.

Control Options

Some water trucks provide controls for their spraying and/or pumping systems inside the cab, while others are adjustable from a spray bar or a set of valves and nozzles on the truck. Some trucks’ spray systems have a fill chute to deliver the correct amount of water and reduce the risk of accidents from dust and poor visibility. Another fairly common control mechanism is a variable-displacement pump that starts and stops water delivery as needed when the truck slows or stops in order to avoid overwatering. And finally, in addition to allowing point-and-shoot accuracy, integrated water cannons often let operators make on-the-fly adjustments to the amount of water delivered and the spray pattern.

Find The Right Water Truck

You will find a selection of new and used water trucks for sale on TruckWorld.com.au from manufacturers such as Hino, Isuzu, Mack, Volvo, and others.