Why You Need a Fire Fighting Tank

When bushfires hit, being prepared can make all the difference. Fire fighting tanks give you access to an immediate water supply, ensuring you’re ready to act quickly. They’re designed to be mounted on various vehicles, making it easy to transport water to wherever it’s needed. These tanks are fitted with powerful pumps and hoses, ensuring you can fight flames from a distance. Whether you live on a farm, manage rural land, or have a large property on the outskirts of town, having a fire fighting tank offers peace of mind.

How to Choose the Right Fire Fighting Tank

Choosing the right fire fighting tank depends on several factors, including the size of your property, the vehicle you’ll be using, and the fire risk level in your area.

• Tank Size: For smaller properties or tight access areas, a 200 to 4,00 litres slip on unit is ideal. These tanks are compact, easy to maneuver, and can be mounted on your UTV or ute. Larger properties will benefit from steel skid mounted units that hold anywhere from 500 to 8,000 litres, providing ample water for larger fire fighting defense.
• Vehicle Compatibility: Consider what type of vehicle you have. A slip on unit is perfect for UTV’s and smaller vehicles, allowing for quick deployment. If you have a ute, trailer or truck, a skid or truck mounted fire tank is a better option, offering a larger water tank and powerful pumps to defend against bushfires.
• Powerful Pumps: Look for tanks equipped with reliable high flow pumps. Pumps paired with high quality hoses will ensure you can effectively douse flames from a safe distance. Most Bushfire Store tanks come with Honda or Yanmar engines, known for their durability and efficiency.
• Ease of Use: If you’re in a high risk bushfire area, you’ll want a system that is easy to operate. Bushfire Store’s tanks are designed for rapid deployment, and quick setup, allowing you to respond rapidly to fire outbreaks and ember attacks. For larger tanks, consider models with fast filling options to replenish water within the tank.

Benefits of Bushfire Store’s Fire Fighting Tanks

1. Durability: Our tanks are made from UV stabilised polyethylene, which ensures long lasting durability under harsh Australian conditions. Larger tanks are also fully drainable, preventing water from stagnating inside the tank.
2. Portability: Whether you need a small tank for quick response or a large one for full scale operations, we offer a wide range of sizes. Slip on units are perfect for smaller vehicles, and can be lifted onto vehicles. Whereas fire fighting skid units, have galvanised steel frames with lift lugs and forklift pockets for fast and safe loading onto vehicles.
3. Powerful Performance: Each tank is equipped with high performance pumps and long reach fire hoses. This allows you to fight fires from a safe distance, ensuring maximum coverage when every second counts.
4. Adaptable to Australian Conditions: Our fire fighting tanks are designed with Australia’s unique bushfire risks in mind. Whether you’re in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland or South Australia, these tanks are built to handle extreme heat, rough terrains, and long fire seasons.

Choosing the Best Tank for Your Property

If you’re unsure about which tank to choose, start by evaluating your property’s size and layout. For a small property, a 400L slip on tank mounted on your ute might be all you need. Larger properties, farms, or properties backing onto national parks might require a 6,000L truck mounted tank with a powerful pump for extensive fire protection. It’s also worth considering how frequently you need to refill the tank—larger tanks require fewer refills, which can be crucial during a bushfire emergency.

For peace of mind, make sure your vehicle can support the weight of the full tank and that the pump system is compatible with your firefighting needs. At Bushfire Store, we provide expert advice to help you make the best decision based on your specific circumstances. Reach out to our team to discuss your exact requirements.

For Further Information

To improve your knowledge about fire safety and ensure you’re using the best practices, we recommend these high quality industry websites:

1. NSW Rural Fire Service – Provides essential information on bushfire safety and prevention strategies.
2. Queensland Fire Department – Offers expert advice on fire protection standards and practices in Queensland.
3. Country Fire Authority (CFA) – Delivers valuable insights into fire prevention and emergency response in Victoria.

Keep Your Property Safe with Bushfire Store

In the face of unpredictable bushfire seasons, having a fire fighting tank ready can be the difference between protection and loss. With Bushfire Store’s range of durable, high performance fire fighting tanks, you can defend your home, farm, or business with confidence.