Shermac’s Roadserve 5000 Series Rigid Off-Road Water Carts are engineered for sustained dust suppression across large-scale mining operations. Designed and manufactured in Australia, these high-capacity water carts are built to operate continuously in harsh, high-production environments where reliability and stability are critical.
Each tank is engineered to maximise water capacity while maintaining optimised axle load distribution across rigid chassis platforms. Heavy-gauge steel construction, transverse and longitudinal baffling and integrated corrosion protection systems support structural integrity under full-load conditions and extended haul-road operation.
Hydraulic centrifugal pump systems and configurable spray layouts are matched to rigid truck performance, delivering consistent, high-volume water output across long-haul routes. Every Roadserve 5000 build is custom-engineered to suit your selected rigid platform, production targets and site compliance requirements.
Shermac’s rigid off-road water cart range includes builds to suit:
To find out more about our off-road water carts, download our brochure, or contact one of our water cartage specialists today.
All Shermac Rigid Off-Road Water Carts are mine-spec compliant straight off the line, fitted with ROPS, wheel chocks, wheel nut indicators, flags, high-vis tape, and cabin-mounted strobes to meet the strictest safety requirements.
Tanks are constructed using 10mm floor plates and 8mm wall and baffle plates, with transverse and longitudinal baffling to control surge. This structural design supports stability during acceleration, braking and downhill operation on long haul routes.
Roadserve 5000 Rigid Water Carts are engineered for maximum water volume and sustained haul road coverage. Large-capacity tanks support extended watering cycles, reducing refill frequency and maintaining consistent dust control across high-production sites.
Each tank is designed to balance axle loads across rigid mining chassis when fully loaded. Weight distribution and centre of gravity are engineered to support stable braking, predictable handling and long-term chassis performance.
Hydraulic-powered centrifugal pumps are selected to deliver high-volume, consistent water output suited to long haul road applications. Pump performance is matched to tank capacity and site production demands.
Spray systems can include horizontal fan sprays, adjustable batter sprays, full-width dribble bars and optional hydraulic-controlled water cannons. In-cab controls allow precise water delivery while maintaining operator safety.
Rigid water carts are suited to large-scale mining operations where equipment operates continuously across long haul distances. Structural design, component selection and protective coatings are specified for durability in abrasive, high-heat and remote conditions.
Water tanks are purpose-built for rigid mining trucks, including Cat 777, 785 and 789 class units and equivalent Komatsu platforms. Mounting systems and tank geometry are matched to each chassis to ensure compliant GVM and stable performance.
High-quality alloy fire hose reel with 15 metres of 25mm hose and fire nozzle
Lockable toolbox for accessory storage
Fill stationary water equipment quickly with 3” pressure fed outlet
The Rigid Off-Road Water Cart brochure outlines full-tank construction details, spray system options, pump specifications, in-cabin controls, mine-spec inclusions, and all available customisation pathways for the Roadserve 5000 Series. It’s the easiest way to review capacities, compatibility, and build options for heavy-duty off-road applications.
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Every Shermac rigid off-road water cart is designed and manufactured locally at our WA facility, using premium materials and engineering expertise to deliver exceptional build quality and reliable high-production performance.
Our rigorous quality control process ensures every rigid off-road water cart meets strict compliance and manufacturing standards, giving you confidence in consistent performance and reliability across demanding mining operations.
Shermac rigid off-road water carts operate across major mining sites, including BHP, Rio Tinto, FMG and Mineral Resources, demonstrating our capability to deliver at the highest production level.
Every rigid water cart build begins with a detailed consultation to understand your production targets and site requirements. We then engineer and manufacture a Roadserve 5000 solution purpose-built for your selected rigid chassis and operational demands.
With decades of industry experience, our team provides specialist consultation to help you specify the right rigid off-road water cart for sustained haul road dust suppression and long-term reliability.
From consultation and engineering through to delivery, aftercare and parts support, we provide end-to-end service that keeps your rigid water cart operating reliably across its full lifecycle.
Top End Civil
It’s definitely the best-looking water cart I’ve seen – it’s a real head-turner and I get positive comments about it every day.
While the compliments are nice, the real benefit is that I now have the best equipment and that maximises my productivity and helps me to do the best job possible. The truck has been fantastic and there is absolutely nothing I would change about the entire process of dealing with Shermac.
East Coast Generators
We wanted to specify the trailer to suit our needs – this involved the configuration and capacity of tanks and hose reel configurations. Shermac made the configuration process straightforward and seamless, and I was very happy with my interactions with the Shermac design team’.
‘The trailer was delivered on-time and as-specified and being able to deliver more efficient and effective on-site service, the expected benefits have been realised’
Rockall Pty Ltd
They really couldn’t have built a better unit. It has everything I specified to make it a really versatile piece of equipment – high, low, side and batter sprays, left and right dribble bars, self-fill setup, multi-function cannon, stabiliser setup, fire hose reel and even an enclosed pressure washer unit. Clients look at it and say, “this man has thought of everything!
HRV Group
I had a 10 out of 10 experience with Shermac. Their advice and communication were outstanding. All their staff really know what they’re doing, and I simply cannot fault them.
Mine-Spec Industries
Outstanding product working in some of the most hostile environments. Fantastic build quality & excellent back up service. Highly recommend the Shermac team...
TDM Construction
“When the unit [service trailer] arrived, everyone was blown away. It is top-of-the-line equipment, and we were very happy with it. Our on-site team love it and it enables them to present extremely professional on site.”
Mildura, VIC
It looks fantastic. We are super excited to take delivery of this watercart. If it's even half as good as the last Shermac built tank it will be amazing!
ESM Resources Pty Ltd
We recently purchased an 8x4 Watercart from Shermac. Couldn't be happier with their service and the quality of the product speaks for itself. Highly recommend.
Pilbara, WA
Well, Built – The trailers supplied were of a good solid build.
Then we can develop an engineered-for-purpose solution that minimises operational downtime and costs to maximise your project productivity and performance.
Book a consultationRigid off-road water carts are engineered for high-production mining operations that require sustained haul-road dust suppression. They are commonly used across large open-cut sites where long watering cycles, extended haul distances and continuous operation are required.
Roadserve 5000 rigid water carts can be engineered with tank capacities up to 120,000 litres, depending on the selected chassis and site requirements. Tank design is optimised to maximise water volume while maintaining compliant axle load distribution, structural integrity and stable performance under full payload conditions.
Shermac rigid water carts are engineered to suit major OEM rigid mining platforms, including Cat 773, 775, 777, 785 and 789 class trucks, as well as equivalent Komatsu HD series chassis. Tank geometry and mounting systems are matched to the selected platform to ensure compliant GVM and balanced axle loads.
Rigid water carts are selected for larger-scale mining operations requiring higher tank capacities and sustained haul road suppression. Articulated water carts provide improved manoeuvrability and flexibility, while rigid platforms prioritise maximum volume and continuous production output.
Each tank is constructed using heavy-gauge steel with transverse and longitudinal baffling to control water surge. Weight distribution and centre of gravity are engineered specifically for rigid chassis to support predictable braking and stable downhill operation on long haul routes.
Hydraulic-powered centrifugal pumps deliver high-volume water output for extended haul road watering. Spray systems can include horizontal fan sprays, adjustable batter sprays, full-width dribble bars and hydraulic-controlled water cannons, all integrated with in-cab controls.
Yes. Roadserve 5000 rigid water carts are engineered to meet strict mine-site requirements, including compliant access systems, lighting integration, braking compatibility and in-cab control layouts aligned with Tier 1 mining standards.
Absolutely. Tank capacity, spray configuration, pump performance, corrosion protection systems and control layouts can all be tailored to suit your production targets, site conditions and compliance standards.
