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