Municipal water shortages
Delivers large volumes of drinking water to districts during droughts or network outages.
Water Tanker Trucks
Dongfeng 6x4 20,000 L Stainless Steel Water Tanker
The largest tanker in this range: a three-axle Dongfeng 6x4 with a 20,000 L food-grade 304 stainless tank, 245 hp Yuchai engine and 10-speed gearbox for long drinking water hauls between source and town.
- Tank Volume
- 20,000 L (20 m³)
- Tank Material
- 304 stainless steel, food grade available
- Pump
- 304 stainless steel water pump
- Chassis
- Dongfeng
From US $18,000
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THE VEHICLE
Overview
This heavy water tanker is built for bulk potable water transport where volume per trip matters more than access to narrow streets. A 20,000 L tank on a three-axle chassis lets water authorities, relief agencies and large contractors move a full day's supply for a village or site in one run, reducing trips on long or congested routes between a treatment plant or borehole and the delivery point.
The Dongfeng 6x4 chassis has a 4,530 + 1,350 mm wheelbase, overall dimensions of 10,275 × 2,550 × 3,330 mm and a gross vehicle weight of 25,000 kg. Power comes from a Yuchai YC6A270-50 diesel engine rated at 245 hp, through a 10JS120A 10-speed manual transmission, with ABS (4S/4M) and 12R22.5 18PR tires. The tank is 304 stainless steel with food-grade material available, built with an elliptical section on three reinforced support plates and a 5.0 mm nominal shell. Water is discharged by a 304 stainless steel pump, and an iron water cannon with electrophoretic coating is mounted on the rear platform.
Common uses include municipal drinking water supply during shortages, water delivery to mining and construction camps, and backup supply for hospitals and industrial users. Emission level can be specified from Euro 2 to Euro 6, and tank fittings can be tailored to local filling and discharge points.
TECHNICAL DATA
Specifications
Vehicle
| Vehicle Type | Potable water tank truck |
|---|---|
| Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) | 10,275 × 2,550 × 3,330 mm |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 25,000 kg |
| Emission Standard | Euro 2–6 (optional) |
| Cab Seating | 2–3 persons |
| Seat Material | Knitted fabric seats with headrests |
Chassis
| Chassis Brand | Dongfeng |
|---|---|
| Drive Type | 6x4 |
| Wheelbase | 4,530 + 1,350 mm |
| Engine | Yuchai YC6A270-50, 245 hp |
| Transmission | 10JS120A 10-speed manual |
| Brake System | ABS (4S/4M) |
| Front Axle Capacity | 5,000 kg |
| Rear Axle Capacity | 10,000 kg |
| Tires | 12R22.5 18PR |
Superstructure
| Tank Volume | 20,000 L (20 m³) |
|---|---|
| Tank Material | 304 stainless steel, food grade available |
| Tank Shape | Elliptical section, integrated with chassis |
| Tank Plate Thickness | 5.0 mm nominal (4.5 mm actual) |
| Tank Supports | 3 reinforced bent support plates, 3 mm |
| Water Pump | 304 stainless steel water pump |
| Water Cannon | Iron water cannon, electrophoretic coated |
CONFIGURATION
Equipment
Standard equipment
- 304 stainless steel water tank
- 304 stainless steel water pump
- Water cannon with electrophoretic coating
- ABS (4S/4M)
IN THE FIELD
Applications
Mining and construction camps
Supplies potable water to remote camps on long haul routes.
Hospitals and industry backup
Refills storage tanks at critical facilities when mains supply is interrupted.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
Common questions
The tank is 304 stainless steel, with food-grade material available, which keeps drinking water hygienic and resists corrosion.
With regular maintenance, the vehicle is expected to work for around 10 to 15 years.
Yes. Paint, accessories and some design details can be adjusted to the buyer's requirements when the order is placed.
Shipment can be arranged by bulk carrier, container, flat rack or Ro-Ro, with road or rail transport added for inland countries.
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