White water delivery truck with a large tank labeled 'WATER' on the side

water Truck Specs

4,000-Gallon Water Truck

  • Tank Capacity: 4,000 gallons (15,140 liters)

  • Tank Material: Carbon steel or stainless steel (typically 1/4” thick)

  • Baffles: Interior anti-surge baffles, full-length

  • Pump: PTO-driven centrifugal water pump (typically 3” or 4”)

  • Spray System: Front, rear, side, and water cannon (top-mounted, optional)

     Air or hydraulic spray valves

     Gravity or pressure-fed nozzles

  • Spray Range: Up to 40–50 ft (12–15 m) with pressure

  • Pump Capacity: ~350–500 GPM (gallons per minute)

  • Engine Chassis: Diesel (Cummins, Cat, Detroit, etc.)

  • Horsepower: ~300–425 HP (varies by truck model)

  • Transmission: Manual or automatic (6–10 speed)

  • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight): ~56,000–66,000 lbs

  • Axle Config: 6x4 or 6x6 (tandem rear axle)

  • Length: ~25–30 ft

  • Width: ~8.5 ft

  • Height: ~11–12 ft (top of tank or cannon)

    Optional Features (varies by build):

  •     Hose reel with 50–100 ft of hose

  •     Suction fill kit

  •     Rear spray bar with cab controls

  •     Beacon/strobe lights

  •     Back-up camera and alarms

  •     Off-road or on-road tire package