Product Description
Q: What is a Water Sprinkler Truck?
A Water Sprinkler Truck (also known as a water truck, water bowser, or street sprinkler) is a specialized municipal and industrial vehicle designed for transporting, storing, and distributing water for a variety of purposes. It features a large sealed water tank mounted on a truck chassis, paired with a set of spraying, sprinkling, and drainage systems. Widely used in urban sanitation, road maintenance, construction dust suppression, and emergency response, it is a core piece of equipment for environmental management and infrastructure support.
Core Structural Components
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Water Storage Tank
- Made of high-quality carbon steel (for general use) or stainless steel (for potable water transport), with anti-corrosion coatings to extend service life.
- Tank capacity ranges from 3 m³ (small urban models) to 20 m³ (large industrial/construction models), and it is equipped with an inlet (on the top) for water filling via hoses or water supply stations.
- Internal baffles are installed to reduce water sloshing during transit, improving vehicle stability and preventing tank deformation.
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Water Distribution System
This is the core functional unit, consisting of multiple components to meet different spraying needs:
- Rear Sprinklers: A row of nozzles at the rear of the tank that spray water downward and outward to wet road surfaces, suppress dust, or clean street debris. The spray width can be adjusted.
- Side Sprinklers/Nozzles: Small nozzles on both sides of the tank for narrow-area spraying (e.g., sidewalks, green belts) or localized dust control.
- High-Pressure Water Cannon: A rotatable, telescopic cannon mounted on the top of the tank, capable of spraying water up to 30-50 meters away. It is used for long-distance dust suppression on construction sites, irrigation of large green spaces, or emergency fire-fighting auxiliary work.
- Hose Reel: An optional portable hose with a spray gun for manual water supply (e.g., watering flowers and trees, cleaning equipment, or supplying water to remote areas).
- Pump System: A centrifugal pump powered by the truck's engine via a power take-off (PTO) unit, which provides pressure for water spraying and can also be used to fill the tank by drawing water from rivers, ponds, or other water sources.
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Auxiliary Features
- Level Gauge: A transparent tube or electronic sensor to monitor the remaining water volume in real time.
- Overflow Protection: A safety valve to prevent water from overflowing when the tank is full during filling.
- Anti-Freeze System: For cold regions, equipped with heating pipes or insulation layers to prevent water in the tank and pipelines from freezing in winter.
- All-Terrain Chassis: Some models use 4WD chassis to access construction sites, rural areas, or rough terrain.
Main Application Scenarios
- Urban Sanitation & Road Maintenance
- Wetting urban roads to suppress dust and reduce air particulate matter, especially in dry seasons.
- Cleaning road surfaces to wash away dirt, oil stains, and debris, improving urban environmental hygiene.
- Construction Site Dust Control
- Spraying water on construction sites, mining areas, and material yards to suppress dust generated by excavation, transportation, and stacking of materials, complying with environmental protection regulations.
- Green Space Irrigation
- Watering urban green belts, parks, and roadside trees, especially useful in areas where fixed irrigation systems are unavailable.
- Emergency Response
- Providing auxiliary water supply for fire-fighting operations when fire hydrants are insufficient or inaccessible.
- Delivering drinking water or domestic water to areas affected by natural disasters (e.g., droughts, floods) or water supply pipeline failures.
- Industrial Applications
- Supplying water for industrial production (e.g., factory equipment cooling, material mixing) or cleaning industrial sites.
Q:How does a water sprinkler truck work?
A Water Sprinkler Truck operates based on a hydraulic pump-driven water distribution system, which integrates water storage, pressurization, and targeted spraying functions. The working process can be divided into four core stages, with adjustments based on different application scenarios (e.g., road dust suppression, green space irrigation):
1. Pre-Operation Preparation & Water Filling
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Vehicle Inspection
- Check the centrifugal pump for oil leaks and mechanical wear; test the PTO (Power Take-Off) connection to ensure it can drive the pump normally.
- Inspect all nozzles, the water cannon, and hoses for blockages or damage; verify that valves (spray control, tank inlet/outlet) are in the correct closed/opened position.
- Check the tank's level gauge to confirm the current water volume, and ensure the overflow valve is functional to prevent water spillage during filling.
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Water Filling
- Two common filling methods:
- Fixed water source filling: Connect a hose to a municipal water supply or fire hydrant, then open the tank's top inlet valve to fill water until it reaches the safe capacity (usually 80-90% of the tank volume, leaving space for water sloshing during transit).
- Self-priming filling: For remote areas without fixed water sources, use the truck's pump to draw water from rivers, ponds, or reservoirs. Immerse the suction hose into the water source, activate the pump, and the negative pressure will pull water into the tank.
2. Water Pressurization (Core Power Stage)
- After filling and arriving at the target area, engage the truck's PTO system to link the engine power to the centrifugal pump.
- The pump pressurizes the water inside the tank, creating the pressure required for different spraying modes (low pressure for road sprinkling, high pressure for the water cannon).
- Internal baffles in the tank reduce water sloshing during vehicle movement, ensuring stable pressure output and preventing tank deformation.
3. Targeted Spraying Operations
The pressurized water is distributed through different components to meet diverse needs:
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Road Dust Suppression/Washing (Most Common Use)
- Open the rear sprinkler valve: A row of downward-facing nozzles sprays a wide, uniform water curtain to wet road surfaces, suppressing dust and washing away debris. The spray width can be adjusted via valve controls (usually 3-15 meters).
- Open the side nozzle valves: Small nozzles on both sides of the tank spray narrow water streams to clean sidewalks or green belt edges without splashing pedestrians.
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Long-Distance Dust Suppression/Irrigation
- Rotate and adjust the angle of the top water cannon (horizontal 360°, vertical 0°-60°), then open the high-pressure valve. The cannon can spray water 30-50 meters away, suitable for construction site dust control or large-area green space irrigation.
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Manual Water Supply
- Unwind the portable hose reel, connect the spray gun, and open the corresponding valve. This mode is used for precise watering of small green belts, cleaning equipment, or emergency water supply for remote areas.
4. Post-Operation Shutdown & Maintenance
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Shutdown Sequence
- Close all spray valves first to stop water output.
- Disengage the PTO system to shut down the centrifugal pump.
- If operating in cold regions, open the drain valve to empty all residual water from the pump, pipelines, and nozzles to prevent freezing and cracking.
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Daily Maintenance
- Rinse the tank interior periodically to remove sediment and prevent corrosion.
- Clean nozzles and filters to avoid blockages caused by impurities.
- Check and tighten pipeline connections to prevent leaks.
Q:How much water can a water sprinkler truck hold?
A water sprinkler truck's tank capacity ranges 1.5-25 m³ (1,500-25,000 liters) in standard models, with non-registered industrial variants reaching up to 40 m³ (40,000 liters). Below is a detailed breakdown by vehicle class, including common units and typical applications:
Capacity Classification & Key Details
Notes
- Unit Conversion: 1 m³ = 1,000 liters = 264.17 US gallons; water density ~1 ton/m³, so volume ≈ weight (e.g., 10 m³ ≈ 10 tons).
- Effective vs. Total Volume: Effective capacity is ~80-90% of total tank volume to prevent sloshing and ensure safety during transit.
- Chassis Limitation: Heavy-duty 6×4/8×4 chassis support larger tanks (15-25 m³), while light chassis are restricted by weight regulations.
Common Models for Reference
- 5000L: 5 m³ (5,000 L).
- FAW 10 Ton: 10 m³ (10,000 L).
- GIGA: 20 m³ (20,000 L).
Product Parameters
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| Customised Processing Yes |
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| Model Water Sprinkler Truck |
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| Chassis Model Dongfeng Dali |
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| Overall Vehicle Dimensions 6100, 2000, 2400 (mm) |
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| Tank Capacity 5 cubic metres (m³) |
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| Engine Model I su zu |
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| Displacement 2300 (ml) |
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| Water Sprinkling Width 10 (m) |
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| Water Suction Depth 8 (m) |
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| Water Spray Range 30 (m) |
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| Type Landscape Water Sprinkler Truck |
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| Fuel Consumption per 100 km 8.2 (L) |
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| Rated Power 85 (kW) |
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| Rated Payload 5000 (kg) |
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| Curb Weight 3220 (kg) |
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| Water Pump Flow Rate 40 |
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| Water Pump Pressure 50 (MPa) |
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| Wheelbase 3300 (mm) |
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| Maximum Speed 95 (km/h) |
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| Minimum Ground Clearance 500 (mm) |
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| Operating Speed 35 (km/h) |
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| Part Number 66786 |
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Company Profile
• Qingdao Yibolan Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd. , established in January 2022 , is located in the beautiful coastal city of Qingdao, China. We specialises in the supply of wear parts and maintenance components for commercial vehicles and construction machinery.
Our product range encompasses
from brands including Sinotruk (HOWO, SITRAK), Shaanxi Automobile (Delong, Aolong), FAW , Beiben, Shantui, etc. Our components are renowned for their superior quality and competitive pricing, earning widespread customer acclaim.
Since inception, our annual export volume has reached USD 10 million, primarily serving prominent commercial vehicle and construction machinery parts wholesalers and large fleets across the South Pacific, Africa, the Americas, and Southeast Asia. We remain committed to delivering high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective mechanical components, alongside bespoke solutions tailored to client requirements.
Our company currently operates a 3,000-square-metre warehouse centre, maintaining year-round stock of comprehensive vehicle component sets to meet diverse customer requirements. Additionally, we employ over ten technical engineers with 20 years' experience, providing 24-hour online support. Our core values centre on prioritising customer needs, establishing strong partnerships through precise service and support, and jointly achieving sustainable development. We sincerely welcome global buyers to discuss business opportunities.
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