Dip Tank
Helopod Mobile Dip Tank
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Advantage
Quickly relocate the HeloPod following fire progression allowing for faster turnaround time between drops and more water being delivered to the fire. Large capacity with 800 GPM automatic float valve when connected to a hydrant. Night ops capable and lights equipped. Air gap fill system for added layers of safety. Deploy with complete module for rapid relocation, tools, pumps, hoses and a crew.
Tactical
Our HeloPod features equipment designed for rapid filling and draining, enabling swift relocation to different sites. This ensures the dip source remains close to the fire front, significantly reducing dip cycle time for enhanced efficiency.
Night Ops
Our HeloPod dip tank is designed with safety in mind, featuring both interior and exterior tank lighting. This ensures smooth night operations, providing visibility and enhancing pilot safety.
Air Gap
Our air gap fill system is designed to provide redundancy in check valves to enhance safety and reliability. It provides effective backflow protection, safeguarding the water supply system and pilots during helicopter fill operations.
Safety
Our dip tank sets the standard for safety. From the exclusion of internal and external snags, interior and exterior lighting, air gap fill and relocation mobility, our dip tank is unmatched for safety, reliability and effectiveness
Key Features
Functionality & Versatility
Quickly and safely relocate to other strategic positions as needed
Air Gap water fill
800GPM Automatic float control fill valve
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(5) 4" connections for various operation types
Interior/Exterior LE lighting
Lighting for visibility and safety during night operations
Supporting Equipment module
When deployed on an incident A&D's HeloPod mobile dip tank comes as a complete module for maximum efficiency.
Supporting Equipment module
22’ Hydraulic Deck Over Tilt Trailer & Transport Truck
(2) Operators
350’ 2-½" Hose
100' Lay Flat
3' Discharge Hose
(2) 3" 350 GPM Water Transfer Pump
(2) 3" x 15' Hard Suction Hose
(2) 3" Fish Strainers (USFS Approved)
(2) 3" Hose Floats
Shovel
McCleod
Waders & PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
& more
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**Night Shift/2nd Shift available**