Water Cartage Tanks
Tree watering on a new development, firefighting on a rural property, dust suppression on a civil site, stock water in a remote paddock. Polymaster’s water cartage tanks move water to where the job needs it.
Australian made in 600L to 3,000L, one-piece polyethylene with a translucent body so you can read the level at a glance. Sits directly on any ute tray, truck tray or trailer, with provision for strap or pin mounting and galvanised forklift skids available across the range.
POLYMASTER WATER CARTAGE TANK SOLUTIONS
Browse Our Range of Water Cartage Tanks
Polymaster’s water cartage tank range is available from 600L to 3,000L. All tanks share the same tough one-piece poly construction, translucent body for easy level monitoring, 50mm brass outlet and provision for strap or pin mounting. Forklift galvanised skids are available across the range for fork-loadable applications.
| Code | Product | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Outlet Size (mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | FTR200 | 200L Water Cartage Ute Pack | 1050 | 750 | 600 | 25 | |
 | FTR400 | 400L Water Cartage Ute Pack | 1680 | 750 | 600 | 25 | |
 | FTR600-S | 600L Water Cartage Tank | 1200 | 1120 | 710 | 50 | |
 | FTR600U | 600L Water Cartage Ute Pack | 1720 | 890 | 755 | 25 | |
 | FTR800 | 800L Water Cartage Ute Pack | 1720 | 890 | 925 | 25 | |
 | FTR800-S | 800L Water Cartage Tank | 1500 | 1190 | 710 | 50 | |
 | FTR1200-S | 1,200L Water Cartage Tank | 1500 | 1190 | 975 | 50 | |
 | FTR2000-S | 2,000L Water Cartage Tank | 2280 | 1540 | 1270 | 50 | |
 | FTR3000-S | 3,000L Water Cartage Tank | 2280 | 1540 | 1270 | 50 |
200L Water Cartage Ute Pack
FTR200
400L Water Cartage Ute Pack
FTR400
600L Water Cartage Tank
FTR600-S
600L Water Cartage Ute Pack
FTR600U
800L Water Cartage Ute Pack
FTR800
800L Water Cartage Tank
FTR800-S
1,200L Water Cartage Tank
FTR1200-S
2,000L Water Cartage Tank
FTR2000-S
3,000L Water Cartage Tank
FTR3000-S
Not sure which size is right for your application?
Our team can help you match the right tank to your vehicle, payload and water requirements. Call us on 1800 062 064.
HOW WATER CARTAGE TANKS WORK
What Is a Water Cartage Tank?
A water cartage tank is a portable poly tank designed to sit on the back of a ute, truck tray or trailer for transporting water to wherever it is needed. Unlike a fixed water storage tank, a cartage tank is designed to be loaded, moved and unloaded quickly – making it a practical tool for applications where the water supply needs to follow the work.
Polymaster water cartage tanks are manufactured from high-strength, lightweight polyethylene with a translucent body so you can see your water level at a glance without dipsticks or gauges. Each tank sits directly on any flat surface and is designed for strap or pin mounting to your vehicle, with forklift galvanised skids available across the range for fork-loadable applications on sites where a forklift or telehandler is available.
Pictured: 1,200L Water Cartage Tank
Highest Quality and Standards
Every Polymaster water cartage tank is Australian made, independently certified and built to handle the demands of Australian rural and civil conditions.
Food Grade Polyethylene
Certified to AS/NZS 4020 – the Australian standard for products in contact with drinking water. Suitable for potable water transport.
ISO 9001 Quality Management
Polymaster holds ISO 9001 certification – the international standard for quality management systems.
Australian Made
Designed, engineered and manufactured right here in Australia – built for our conditions and our climate.
Independently Certified
Certified to AS/NZS 4766:2020 for polyethylene storage tanks.
WHY CHOOSE POLYMASTER
Australian Made Water Cartage Tanks Built to Work
Polymaster has been supplying Australian farms, civil contractors and rural operators with quality liquid storage and water cartage solutions for over 30 years. Our water cartage tank range is purpose-built for the demands of Australian rural and civil environments – tough enough to handle years of outdoor use, light enough to keep your vehicle payload practical, and versatile enough to handle everything from firefighting and tree watering through to stock water delivery and dust suppression.
The one-piece polyethylene construction means no joins, no seams and no weak points – just a clean, strong tank that holds its integrity through repeated loading, transport and unloading cycles. The 50mm brass outlet provides a reliable connection point for your pump or gravity feed, and the translucent body lets you monitor your water level at a glance from outside the vehicle.
Pictured: 800L Water Cartage Tank
FEATURE POINTS
Why Choose Polymaster Water Cartage Tanks
There is a lot to consider when choosing a water cartage tank. Here is what sets Polymaster apart.
Translucent Body for Easy Level Monitoring
See exactly how much water you have left without removing the lid or using a dipstick. The translucent poly body gives you a clear view of your water level from outside the vehicle at all times.
One-Piece Poly Construction
No joins, no seams, no part lines. Manufactured in a single piece for maximum structural strength and long-term integrity through repeated transport and handling cycles.
Versatile Mounting Options
Sits directly on any flat ute tray, truck tray or trailer surface. Provision for strap or pin mounting across the range. Forklift galvanised skids available for fork-loadable applications.
Food Grade and Potable Water Safe
Certified to AS/NZS 4020:2018 – suitable for transporting potable drinking water as well as firefighting, irrigation and industrial water applications.
WATER CARTAGE TANK APPLICATIONS
What Are Water Cartage Tanks Used For?
Polymaster water cartage tanks are used wherever water needs to be moved to a location that does not have a fixed supply. Here are the most common applications confirmed for this range.
Tree Watering and Revegetation
Council contractors, civil works teams and land managers use Polymaster water cartage tanks for tree watering on new developments, road projects and revegetation programs. The food-grade poly construction makes these tanks suitable for potable water delivery as well as irrigation.
Firefighting and Emergency Water Supply
For farm and rural firefighting applications where a full skid mounted unit is not required, a standalone water cartage tank on the back of a ute or truck provides a fast, flexible supplementary water supply. Suitable for first response, property protection and supporting skid mounted pump units.
Dust Suppression
On unsealed civil construction sites, mine access roads and rural roads, water cartage tanks mounted on utes or trucks provide a practical, cost-effective dust suppression solution that can be moved between locations as work progresses.
Stock Water Delivery
Graziers and farmers use Polymaster water cartage tanks to transport water to remote troughs, dams and stock points during dry periods or when infrastructure is damaged. The range of sizes from 600L to 3,000L covers everything from a single run to a day-long water delivery operation.
Chemical Cartage
Polymaster water cartage tanks are confirmed as suitable for chemical cartage applications in addition to water transport. FLAG FOR CLIENT: confirm specific chemical compatibility before promoting this use on the live page. All tanks are food-grade polyethylene – compatibility with specific chemicals should be verified before use.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT WATER CARTAGE TANK
How to Choose the Right Water Cartage Tank Size
The right size water cartage tank depends on your vehicle payload capacity, your application, and how much water you need to carry in a single run. Here are a few starting points.
For Utes and Smaller Vehicles
The 600L and 800L tanks are the most practical choice for standard ute trays. Both sit within a footprint that suits most ute tray dimensions, and their loaded weights are manageable within the payload ratings of most commonly used farm and work utes. The 600L is also useful as a supplementary tank alongside a skid mounted unit on larger vehicles.
For Truck Trays and Trailers
The 1,200L, 2,000L and 3,000L tanks are suited to larger truck trays, flat top trailers and tipping trailers where a higher volume of water is needed for a single run. The 2,000L and 3,000L tanks are particularly popular for stock water delivery, larger dust suppression runs and high-volume tree watering programs. Always check your vehicle’s payload rating against the loaded weight of your chosen tank before ordering.
What is the Difference Between a Water Cartage Tank and a Skid Mounted Package?
A water cartage tank is a standalone poly tank with no pump included – you supply your own pump, use gravity feed, or connect the tank to an existing pumping system on your vehicle. A skid mounted package includes the tank, a 6.5HP Honda pump, hose reel, and all fittings pre-assembled on a galvanised skid frame, ready to work on arrival. If you already have a pump setup or do not need a pump for your application, a standalone water cartage tank is the more cost-effective choice.
DELIVERY AND DISTRIBUTION
Delivery Across Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, and Queensland
Polymaster delivers water cartage tanks across Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales and South East Queensland through a network of more than 1,600 agricultural and plumbing distributor stores.
Zone 1 – Free Delivery
Our Zone 1 coverage includes Victoria, Southern NSW, South Australia, South East Queensland and North East NSW. Contact us for current pricing on direct site delivery.
Zone 2 – Delivery Charges Apply
For locations outside Zone 1, delivery charges apply based on your location. Contact our team for a tailored delivery quote.
Not Sure Which Water Cartage Tank Is Right for You?
Talk to our team. We will help you match the right tank size and configuration to your vehicle, application and water requirements – whether it is a 600L tank for a farm ute or a 3,000L unit for a civil site.
MORE FIREFIGHTING AND WATER CARTAGE SOLUTIONS
More Firefighting and Water Cartage Solutions from Polymaster
Our water cartage tank range is one part of Polymaster’s complete firefighting and water cartage offering.
Skid Mounted Fire Fighting Packages
For a complete, ready-to-work firefighting system with pump, hose reel and fittings included, Polymaster’s skid mounted units are available from 600L to 2,000L with manual or electric start Honda engines.
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Fire Fighting Trailer Packages
For high-volume firefighting and water cartage response, our trailer mounted units are available from 1,200L to 2,000L and offer the ultimate in deployable water capacity for larger properties and civil sites.
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Portable Ute Packs and Slip On Units
For compact first attack firefighting on smaller properties, Polymaster’s ute packs and slip-on units are available from 200L to 800L with integrated pumps and hose reels.
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FAQs
Fire Fighting Ute Pack FAQs
What is a water cartage tank?
A water cartage tank is a portable poly tank designed to sit on the back of a ute, truck or trailer for transporting water to wherever it is needed. Polymaster’s water cartage tanks are manufactured from one-piece polyethylene with a translucent body for easy level monitoring, a 50mm brass outlet and provision for strap or pin mounting. They are suitable for firefighting, tree watering, stock water delivery, dust suppression and chemical cartage applications.
What size water cartage tank do I need?
The right size depends on your vehicle payload capacity, your application and how much water you need to carry in a single run. For utes, the 600L and 800L models are the most practical starting point. For truck trays and trailers, the 1,200L, 2,000L and 3,000L models offer higher volume for larger runs. Always check your vehicle payload rating against the loaded weight of your chosen tank before ordering. Our team can help you work through the right size for your situation – call us on 1800 062 064.
Can Polymaster water cartage tanks store drinking water?
Yes. Polymaster water cartage tanks are manufactured from food-grade polyethylene certified to AS/NZS 4020:2018, which is the Australian standard for products in contact with drinking water. This makes them suitable for potable water transport as well as firefighting, irrigation and other water cartage applications.
How do I secure a water cartage tank to my vehicle?
Polymaster water cartage tanks sit directly on any flat ute tray, truck tray or trailer surface. All models include provision for strap or pin mounting to secure the tank to your vehicle during transport. Forklift galvanised skids are available across the range for applications where fork loading and unloading is required. Always ensure the tank is properly secured before transporting on public roads in accordance with your state road rules and relevant load restraint requirements.
What is the difference between a water cartage tank and a skid mounted package?
A water cartage tank is a standalone poly tank with no pump included – ideal if you already have your own pump setup or if you need a simple, cost-effective water transport solution. A skid mounted package includes the tank, a 6.5HP Honda twin impeller pump, 36m hose reel, bottom fill manifold and all fittings, pre-assembled on a heavy-duty galvanised skid frame and ready to work on arrival. If you need a complete, self-contained firefighting or water transfer system, the skid mounted package is the more practical choice.