Water Handling Equipment Guide - National Wildfire Coordinating ...

WATER DELIVERY COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES
Water Storage Tanks
G. Water Storage Tanks (Folding/Collapsible)
Type: Helicopter slingable suppression water bag
Construction and material: Integral sling straps
with a 4-inch steel cargo ring. Replaceable PVC
liner inside bag on 55-gallon size. The 72- and 134-
gallon sizes are constructed of heavy-duty vinyl
with a 4-inch filler and a valved 1-inch discharge
hose. Three reinforced straps with a large ring
serve as a lifting sling for aerial use.
Sizes: 55-, 72- and 134-gallon
Available from GSA: NSN 8465-01-369-2148 for
55-gallon; 72- and 134-gallon available through fire
equipment suppliers (see appendix G). See
section C, Hose Accessories for helicopter
slingable water suppression bag accessory kit.
Type: Auxiliary storage tank.
Construction and material: May be selfsupporting,
pyramidal, or pillow-shaped collapsible
canvas tanks; or steel or anodized aluminum tubing
frame with Hypalon or vinyl tank liner having
grommeted edges for attaching to a frame. Each
type is foldable for easy storage and transport.
Sizes: 75 to 300 gallons for normal relay type use,
large 600-, 1,000-, 1,200-, 1,500-, 1,600-, 1,800-,
2,000-, 2,100-, 2,500-, 3,000-, 4,000- and 5,000-
gallon capacities.
Available: Fire equipment suppliers (see appendix
G).
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