The Hellbeater: A Naval-Grade Classic in Portable Fire-Water Pumping

Project

The Hellbeater: A Naval-Grade Classic in Portable Fire-Water Pumping

When performance had to meet mobility under the toughest conditions, Fischcon delivered. The Hellbeater, a custom-engineered, portable diesel-driven fire-water pump set, was built to serve the US Navy’s rapid-response firefighting strategy. More than a pump — it’s a mobile defence system.

Portable diesel driven FWP set 800 m³/h @ 12.5 bar View pdf

Proven performance under pressure

  • 800 m³/h at 12.5 bar (3,500 US gpm @ 180 psi)
  • Self-contained operation with onboard cooling, fuel, and foam systems
  • 6-metre suction lift capability from deck height
  • Durability tested in marine environments

Compact, portable, unstoppable

  • Lightweight frame with integrated 8-hour fuel tank
  • Certified lifting eyes and forklift pockets for fast handling
  • Closed-loop cooling — no external water required
  • Fully equipped with monitor, hoses, foam proportioner, and auto-priming system

Built to outlast and outperform

Engineered around a Volvo Penta TAMD122P diesel engine and a Nijhuis marine-grade bronze pump, this unit delivers long-term value. Designed for harsh transport and operational abuse, it's a workhorse trusted by military professionals worldwide.

Why it’s a Fischcon classic

  • Field-proven: Witnessed suction tests from 6 metres deck height
  • Rapid deployment: One person, one unit, minutes to full operation
  • Naval-grade reliability: Salt-spray resistant and serviceable anywhere
  • Minimal downtime: Global spares availability + operator training

Details:

Project: The Hellbeater

Operator / End user: US Navy

Capacity: 800 m³/h @ 12.5 bar (3,500 US gpm)

System type: Portable diesel-driven fire-water pump set with integrated foam, auto-priming, and marine-grade pump

The Hellbeater remains a defining example of Fischcon’s engineering excellence. It's not just a pump — it's a tactical asset. Contact us to discuss your firewater strategy or explore our range of diesel-driven pump sets.

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