{"product_id":"vallfirest-water-hog-advanced-helicopter-buckets","title":"Vallfirest Water Hog Advanced Helicopter Buckets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Helicopter Bucket Technology for Modern Aerial Firefighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWater Hog\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced aerial firefighting bucket designed for helicopters of all sizes. Constructed with durable materials and featuring a variable-flow multi-drop valve as standard, it ensures reliable and efficient water delivery in even the harshest environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted with a reinforced polyurethane shell and fibreglass base, performing in all fire environments. As fuel burns off, more water can be carried without the need for a cinch strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectro-Hydraulic Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExclusive to Water Hog, the 24VDC electro-hydraulic actuator guarantees precise valve control without mechanical switches or sensors that could fail. It operates at just 4.5A per valve, easily integrating into all helicopter types for firefighting missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Deployment System (RDS):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RDS uses a central stainless-steel hub with radial spokes to keep the bucket rim taut. It locks in place with vertical posts and lynch pins, enabling deployment in just 30–60 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide Range of Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in sizes from 60 L to 11,000 L, catering to all operational needs—from light helicopters to heavy-lift aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eApplications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight and cost savings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial attack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge incident support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHotspot suppression \u0026amp; mop-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban interface defence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow fill submersible pump system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Water Hog offers unmatched reliability and efficiency, with a patented multi-drop system allowing unlimited drops per load. Trusted over 25 wildfire seasons, it is built for longevity and approved with Berry Amendment polyurethane fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vallfirest","offers":[{"title":"60 Litres","offer_id":53677135364410,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11000","offer_id":53677135397178,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/5230\/4186\/files\/water-hog-range.jpg?v=1783060307","url":"https:\/\/www.bigredtruck.com.au\/products\/vallfirest-water-hog-advanced-helicopter-buckets","provider":"Big Red Truck","version":"1.0","type":"link"}