The Kawasaki Powered High-Volume Floating Fire Pump stands as the most efficient portable drafting system in its class, engineered specifically to deliver the highest water volume in its horsepower range. By operating directly on the surface of a water source, this system bypasses the need for heavy suction hoses or elaborate priming steps. Weighing exactly 64 lbs (29 kg), it provides rapid-attack water transfer for wildland firefighting, municipal water shuttles, and agricultural property defense. Key Performance Capabilities Class-Leading Flow Output: Delivers a maximum performance rating of 200 GPM at 5 PSI for high-capacity bulk fluid transfer. Ultra-Shallow Draft Operation: Requires only 1 inch (25 mm) of water depth to self-prime and pump efficiently, allowing deployment in shallow farm dugouts, roadside ditches, and streams. One-Man Portability: A net weight of 64 lbs (29 kg) combined with a detachable, heavy-duty floater allows a single operator to transport and launch the unit in rugged terrain. Complete Technical Specifications Specification Category Factual Product Data Engine Brand & Model Kawasaki FJ180V Air-Cooled Engine Type Single-Cylinder, 4-Stroke Gasoline Engine Starting System Manual Recoil Start Fuel Tank Capacity 0.3 Gallon (1.8 Litre) Integrated Tank Pump Unit Assembly Direct Drive C.E.T. Single-Stage Centrifugal Pump Materials Resistant Aluminum Alloy Pump Body & Aluminum Impeller Priming Mechanism Integrated Self-Priming System Suction Inlet One 3” (77 mm) Port Delivery Outlet One 2 ½” (65 mm) Discharge Port Dimensions 35” L x 25 ½” W x 19” H (794 mm x 648 mm x 482 mm) Net Weight 64 lbs (29 kg) Verified Pressure Performance Matrix 200 GPM @ 5 PSI (Max Volume Volume Capacity) 170 GPM @ 10 PSI (High-Capacity Water Transfer) 105 GPM @ 20 PSI (Standard Attack Line Feed) 50 GPM @ 30 PSI (Structural Protection Sprinkler Feed) Primary Regional Use Cases Agricultural & Rural Farm Defense: Allows property owners to utilize surface water from local ponds, sloughs, and irrigation dugouts to combat fast-moving grass or field fires. Municipal Shuttling Operations: Speeds up water tender and fire tanker refilling intervals in rural regions lacking active hydrant infrastructure. Remote Wilderness Operations: Compact 35-inch length and detached floater layout allow simple transport inside utility vehicles or helicopters for isolated wildland forestry suppression. Download The Engine Manual Here
