Types of Amphibious Vehicles and Their Applications

1. What Are Personnel Carriers?
2. What Is A Fat Truck?
3. What Are Marsh Buggies?
4. Are You Looking For a New Amphibious Vehicle?

What Are Personnel Carriers?

The most common amphibious vehicles in the world used by civilians are usually personnel carriers. Personnel carriers are designed with the same technology as larger amphibious combat vehicles, except for their size and payload capacity.

These vehicles do not contain a propeller/water jet propulsion system, so they require a minimum of two to four wheels for land movement with a drive train capable of moving on any type of land.

Qualities

Some qualities that make personnel carriers stand out include:

• They are designed more for transport and usually have a maximum load capacity of ten to fifteen passengers/crew depending on its size and construction type
• They can be used for recreational purposes like fishing & hunting, or they can be used in the event of an emergency to withstand rough terrain while evacuating people.
• They have a low ground pressure because they only weigh about half to two-thirds as much as other amphibious vehicles, which gives them an advantage by not sinking or bogging down in soft conditions on land.

Uses

Personnel carriers are used in hostile environments and places where roads and other modes of transport do not exist.

These vehicles are more efficient on flat terrain with little vegetation, but they can also cross ditches, pools of water, streams, and other bodies of water as long as the depth is within the limits of its chassis clearance from its lowest point.

What Is A Fat Truck?

The Fat Truck is a revolutionary all-terrain, amphibious vehicle designed to tackle some of the most challenging environments that traditional vehicles cannot navigate. Manufactured in Bromont, Quebec, the Fat Truck is a proud example of Canadian engineering excellence, built with a focus on durability, versatility, and cutting-edge technology.

Fat Trucks are fully customizable four-wheel-drive vehicles that are engineered to handle extreme conditions, including muddy, snowy, swampy, and rugged terrains. Its amphibious capabilities allow it to traverse bodies of water, making it ideal for operations that require both land and water access. The Fat Truck is powered by a robust diesel engine, offering impressive torque and power, which allows it to tow up to five tons of cargo or equipment.

The vehicle is designed with large, low-pressure tires that provide exceptional flotation over soft ground, reducing the risk of getting stuck. These tires, combined with a 360-degree view from the cabin, ensure that operators have complete control and visibility in even the most challenging conditions. Additionally, the Fat Truck is equipped with advanced safety features, such as roll-over protection, seat belts, and emergency egress windows, ensuring that work crews are safe during transportation.

Uses of The Fat Truck

The Fat Truck's versatility makes it an indispensable tool across various industries. Some of its key applications include:

1. Construction and Mining: The Fat Truck can transport crews and equipment to remote construction or mining sites that are inaccessible by traditional vehicles. Its ability to navigate rugged terrains and carry heavy loads ensures that operations continue smoothly, even in the harshest environments.

2. Maritime Operations: With its amphibious capabilities, the Fat Truck is ideal for maritime operations, such as dock maintenance, coastal surveying, and search and rescue missions. It can seamlessly transition from land to water, making it a valuable asset for operations that require versatility.

3. Emergency Response and Disaster Relief: In situations where natural disasters, such as floods, landslides, or wildfires, have rendered conventional transportation impossible, the Fat Truck can reach affected areas quickly. It can transport emergency personnel, deliver supplies, and evacuate individuals from hazardous locations.

4. Utilities and Infrastructure Maintenance: The Fat Truck can be used by utility companies to access remote power lines, pipelines, or communication towers for maintenance and repair. Its ability to navigate through difficult terrains ensures that essential services are restored promptly.

5. Environmental and Wildlife Management: For environmental scientists and wildlife managers, the Fat Truck provides a reliable means of reaching remote conservation areas, conducting research, and managing wildlife populations. Its low environmental impact and ability to traverse sensitive ecosystems without causing damage make it a preferred choice for these applications.

What Are Marsh Buggies?

Marsh buggies (also known as marsh excavators) are amphibious vehicles that can drive on both land and water. The undercarriage of these machines has low ground pressure, which allows them to float, making navigation easier for work near coastlines or rough wetland terrains. Marsh buggies are perfect to navigate coastal areas, rough wetland terrain and, swamps.  

Marsh buggies have found their way into the dredging industry due to wetland areas (including marshes and swamps). With marsh buggies, operators do not have to worry about getting stuck or have someone pull to assist in towing dredge pipelines on location.

Uses

1. Transport personnel: Marsh buggies are designed to handle the load of carrying a workforce between sites with ease, and waterlogged areas prove no contest thanks to inbuilt flotation devices.
2. Transport equipment: Marsh buggies can transport heavy equipment (like excavators) to out-of-the-way job sites. Marsh buggies are considered a type of amphibious vehicle, where machinery is integrated into the vehicle for transportation and working purposes.  
3. Transport Supplies: The marsh buggy is the most important vehicle to have on-site when dredging because not only does it transport people and equipment, but also food supplies such as water or hand tools.

Applications

Marsh buggies are capable of completing projects (as excavators) in some of the harshest and most remote environments, including:

• Dredging Marine Construction
• Levy Construction
• Marsh Creating and Restoration
• Pipeline Construction and Repair
• Transition Powerline Construction and Repair
• Heavy Civil and Industrial Construction
• Right of Way Maintenance
• Land and Swamp Clearing

Are You Looking For a New Amphibious Vehicle?

At U.S. Aqua, we have the most advanced amphibious vehicles on the market. They’re built to handle any terrain, and they can go anywhere your business needs them to. Our vehicles are designed with safety in mind – so you can feel confident that everyone will make it back safely after every job. And our customer support team is always available if you need help or advice about how best to use your vehicle.

Whether it’s getting from point A to B quickly, hauling heavy loads, or completing projects in harsh environments, we know that our vehicles will exceed all of your expectations. With an amphibious vehicle from U.S Aqua Services, there really isn't anything that's impossible anymore!

Contact us to get more information on our Fat Trucks and march buggies.

About U.S. Aqua Services

U.S. Aqua Services was created to support the dredging process in advancing commerce and responding to its many challenges. To accomplish this, our dredging company assembled an exceptional group of experienced individuals and a diverse inventory of dredge equipment and excavator dredge pumps.

We offer dredging equipment rental services so you can have access to the latest and greatest in dredging technology without having to pay to maintain it, transport, and store it, along with dewatering services.

With an emphasis on mobility, dependability, durability, diversity, efficiency, and safety, our dredging rental company can ensure that our different types of dredging systems are easy to move through any terrain and can work in the most rugged and remote environments. Our multi-function hydraulic systems are built with jetting and mechanical options that can efficiently move loose sediment or stiff layers of clay.

US Aqua services also and maintains a ready fleet of amphibious equipment capable of completing dredging projects in some of the harshest and most remote environments. U.S Aqua is also the dealer for Louisiana of the amphibious vehicle Fat Truck. No matter the size or scope of the job or the remoteness of your work location, you can rely on Fat Truck’s industrial off-road utility vehicles to get the job done right.