{"id":6027,"date":"2026-10-15T11:39:05","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T03:39:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/?p=6027"},"modified":"2026-10-15T13:39:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T05:39:31","slug":"shacman-20-cbm-water-tanker-truck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/nl\/shacman-20-cbm-water-tanker-truck\/","title":{"rendered":"SHACMAN 20 m\u00b3 Water Tanker Truck (6&#215;4, 340 hp): Specs and Options"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>The SHACMAN F3000 20 m\u00b3 water tanker truck is a 6&#215;4 water bowser that carries 20,000 litres and is powered by a 340 hp Weichai WP10 engine.<\/strong> It sprays water four ways: a front flush bar, rear spray nozzles, side sprinklers and a rotating water cannon on the rear platform. A double-layer frame, MAN-technology axles with differential locks and a choice of Euro III to Euro V emissions make it a good fit for mining haul roads, large construction sites and city road washing in Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n<p>This guide covers the full chassis and body specification, what each spray system does, the options you can add, and lead times for export.<\/p>\n<h2>SHACMAN 20 m\u00b3 Water Tanker Specifications<\/h2>\n<h3>Body<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Tank capacity<\/td>\n<td>20 m\u00b3 (20,000 L)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tank material<\/td>\n<td>Q235 carbon steel, 6 mm thick<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tank design<\/td>\n<td>Square-round or elliptical, internal anti-surge baffles, electrophoretic (e-coat) anti-rust treatment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Spray system<\/td>\n<td>Front flush, rear spray, side sprinklers, rotating water cannon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Water pump<\/td>\n<td>Dedicated high-flow sprinkler pump, self-priming, suction lift \u2265 7 m; 40\/50 fire pump optional<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rear spray width<\/td>\n<td>\u2265 8 m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Side sprinkler width<\/td>\n<td>\u2265 14 m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Water cannon range<\/td>\n<td>\u2265 28 m (up to 35 m head)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hydrant connection<\/td>\n<td>65 mm fire hydrant inlet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Chassis<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Chassis<\/td>\n<td>SHACMAN F3000, 6&#215;4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cab<\/td>\n<td>F3000 flat roof with air conditioning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Engine<\/td>\n<td>Weichai WP10.340E32, 6-cylinder in-line, 9.726 L, turbocharged and intercooled diesel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Power \/ torque<\/td>\n<td>250 kW (340 hp) \/ 1,250 N\u00b7m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Emission standard<\/td>\n<td>Euro III, Euro IV or Euro V (your choice)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Gearbox<\/td>\n<td>FAST 10JSD140, 10-speed manual, with QH50 PTO<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Clutch<\/td>\n<td>\u03a6430 mm diaphragm spring clutch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Front axle<\/td>\n<td>MAN technology, 7,500 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rear axles<\/td>\n<td>MAN technology, 2 \u00d7 16,000 kg, double reduction, ratio 6.733<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Differential locks<\/td>\n<td>Inter-wheel and inter-axle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frame<\/td>\n<td>Double-layer, 850 \u00d7 300 mm, (8 + 7) mm thick<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Suspension<\/td>\n<td>Multi-leaf springs front and rear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Brakes<\/td>\n<td>Dual-circuit air drum brakes, spring parking brake, exhaust brake<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tyres<\/td>\n<td>12.00R20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fuel tank<\/td>\n<td>380 L steel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Electrics<\/td>\n<td>24 V, 165 Ah maintenance-free batteries<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Steering<\/td>\n<td>Right-hand drive (RHD) or left-hand drive (LHD)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Dimensions and weight<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Overall length \u00d7 width \u00d7 height<\/td>\n<td>9,700 \u00d7 2,500 \u00d7 3,300 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wheelbase<\/td>\n<td>4,375 + 1,400 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Front \/ rear overhang<\/td>\n<td>1,525 \/ 2,400 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Curb weight<\/td>\n<td>13,000 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lead time<\/td>\n<td>About 40 days; about 15 days for in-stock chassis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>See the product page: <a href=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/product\/shacman-20m3-water-sprinkler-truck\/\">SHACMAN 20 m\u00b3 water sprinkler truck<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Need a different size? We also supply a <a href=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/product\/shacman-25m3-water-sprinkler-truck\/\">SHACMAN 25 m\u00b3 water truck<\/a>, and water tankers from 5 m\u00b3 to 35 m\u00b3 on other chassis. See all <a href=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/product-category\/water-sprinkler-truck\/\">water sprinkler trucks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Why a SHACMAN 6&#215;4 Chassis for a 20,000-Litre Tank<\/h2>\n<p>Twenty tonnes of water is a heavy, moving load. Three parts of this chassis are built for it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Double-layer frame.<\/strong> The 850 \u00d7 300 mm frame has an 8 mm main rail plus a 7 mm inner reinforcement, so it resists bending and cracking on rough roads.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Double-reduction rear axles with diff locks.<\/strong> The MAN-technology rear axles reduce gear speed twice, giving strong pulling power at low speed. Inter-wheel and inter-axle differential locks help the truck get out of mud and loose gravel on mine and construction roads.<\/li>\n<li><strong>340 hp Weichai engine.<\/strong> The WP10 delivers 1,250 N\u00b7m of torque, enough to climb site ramps fully loaded. Weichai parts and service are widely available in Africa and Southeast Asia. You can choose Euro III, IV or V to match the emission rules in your country.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view.webp\" alt=\"SHACMAN F3000 20 m\u00b3 water tanker truck, side view showing tank and 6x4 chassis\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" class=\"wp-image-6022\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view.webp 1200w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-f3000-20m3-water-tanker-side-view-600x450.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Side view: 20,000-litre tank, top guard rail, valves and fuel tank behind the side guard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Tank Design<\/h2>\n<p>The 20 m\u00b3 tank is made from Q235 carbon steel, 6 mm thick. Internal anti-surge baffles split the water into sections, so the load does not slam forward when the driver brakes or turns. The tank is e-coated (electrophoresis) against rust. A water level gauge on the front head shows how much water is left, and a rear ladder and top guard rail give safe access to the manhole.<\/p>\n<h2>Four Ways to Spray Water<\/h2>\n<h3>Front flush<\/h3>\n<p>Adjustable duckbill nozzles under the front bumper wash the road and keep dust down ahead of the truck.<\/p>\n<h3>Rear spray<\/h3>\n<p>Duckbill nozzles at the rear spray a wide fan of water for dust suppression, road cooling and road maintenance, covering at least 8 m.<\/p>\n<h3>Side sprinklers<\/h3>\n<p>Sprinklers along the tank water roadside planting and green belts, covering a width of at least 14 m.<\/p>\n<h3>Rotating water cannon<\/h3>\n<p>The cannon on the rear platform turns 360\u00b0 and reaches 28 m or more. You can switch between a straight jet, rain and mist patterns to water trees, wash walls or settle dust over a wide area.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon.webp\" alt=\"Rear of SHACMAN water tanker: rotating water cannon, LED arrow lights and duckbill spray nozzles\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" class=\"wp-image-6021\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon.webp 1200w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-water-tanker-truck-rear-water-cannon-600x450.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Rear view: rotating water cannon, LED arrow lights, rear duckbill spray nozzles and work platform.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Controls and Safety<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Manual valves<\/strong> are standard; <strong>pneumatic or electric in-cab control<\/strong> is optional.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Water pressure gauge<\/strong> and <strong>water level gauge<\/strong>; low-water alarm optional.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rear work platform<\/strong> with anti-slip floor, guard rails and ladder, plus a top walkway rail along the tank.<\/li>\n<li><strong>LED arrow lights<\/strong> on the rear of the tank and reflective side guards to warn traffic.<\/li>\n<li><strong>65 mm hydrant inlet<\/strong>, two suction hoses, ball valves, a gravity-flow valve and a filter, so the truck can fill from a hydrant, river or pond. Longer 3 m or 5 m hoses are available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side.webp\" alt=\"SHACMAN 6x4 water bowser truck with rear water cannon and work platform\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" class=\"wp-image-6020\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side.webp 1200w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shacman-6x4-water-bowser-truck-rear-side-600x450.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Rear three-quarter view with ladder, platform guard rails and spare tyre.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Optional Equipment<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fog cannon (mist sprayer)<\/strong> with a 30\u2013120 m range for mine and construction dust control<\/li>\n<li><strong>High-pressure electric water cannon<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Fire pump<\/strong> (40 or 50) for higher pressure<\/li>\n<li><strong>Snow plow or snow roller<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Roller shutter doors<\/strong> to protect pumps and valves<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other chassis<\/strong>: HOWO, ISUZU, Dongfeng, JAC, JMC or IVECO<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Where the 20 m\u00b3 Water Tanker Works Best<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mining haul roads<\/strong>, where fewer refill trips mean more time spraying<\/li>\n<li><strong>Large construction and road-building projects<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>City road washing<\/strong> on main roads and highways<\/li>\n<li><strong>Water delivery<\/strong> to camps, farms and sites without piped water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For narrow town streets, a smaller 8\u201310 m\u00b3 truck on a 4&#215;2 chassis is easier to manoeuvre. Tell us the job and we will recommend a size.<\/p>\n<h2>Ordering and Export<\/h2>\n<p>Senway Truck supplies special purpose vehicles from China, with trucks delivered to customers in South Africa, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, the Solomon Islands and the Dominican Republic. Each truck is built at our partner factory in Hubei, China. When you send an enquiry, tell us:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Tank size and main use<\/li>\n<li>Left-hand or right-hand drive, and the emission standard you need (Euro III to Euro V)<\/li>\n<li>Destination country and port<\/li>\n<li>Any options you need (fog cannon, in-cab control, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>We reply with a configuration and quote within 48 hours. Standard production takes about 40 days; when the chassis is in stock, delivery can be about 15 days. We send photos and videos of your truck before shipment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/senwaytruck.com\/contact\/\"><strong>Get a free quote for the SHACMAN 20 m\u00b3 water tanker \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>How many litres does the SHACMAN 20 m\u00b3 water tanker hold?<\/h3>\n<p>It holds 20 m\u00b3, which is 20,000 litres.<\/p>\n<h3>What engine does it use?<\/h3>\n<p>A Weichai WP10.340E32 diesel engine: 9.726 L, 6 cylinders, 340 hp (250 kW) and 1,250 N\u00b7m of torque. You can choose Euro III, Euro IV or Euro V emissions.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it available in right-hand drive?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. It is available in both right-hand drive and left-hand drive.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the SHACMAN water tanker suitable for mining sites?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The 6&#215;4 drive, double-layer frame, double-reduction axles and differential locks are built for loaded work on rough, unpaved roads.<\/p>\n<h3>How long does delivery take?<\/h3>\n<p>Standard production takes about 40 days. When the chassis is in stock, the truck can be ready in about 15 days.<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many litres does the SHACMAN 20 m\u00b3 water tanker hold?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It holds 20 m\u00b3, which is 20,000 litres.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What engine does it use?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A Weichai WP10.340E32 diesel engine: 9.726 L, 6 cylinders, 340 hp (250 kW) and 1,250 N\u00b7m of torque. 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