FIRE EXTINGUISHER BACKPACK

High-mobility wildfire suppression system for rapid initial attack and remote firefighting operations


Key Features

  • Extended Attack Capability: 20-liter capacity with 8 L/min flow rate provides 2.5 minutes of continuous suppression for containing spot fires and creating control lines

  • Precision Application System: Dual-piston plunger delivers 11-meter targeted stream for accurate water placement while conserving resources in remote locations

  • Ergonomic Load Management: Padded hip belt and dual-adjustment straps distribute 2.7kg loaded weight for mobility over rough terrain during extended operations

  • High-Visibility Safety Design: Black-orange Cordura® construction with reflective inserts ensures operator visibility in low-light and smoky conditions

  • Ambidextrous Rapid Deployment: Quick-connect hose system allows immediate operation from either shoulder position without equipment adjustment


Technical Specifications

  • Capacity: 20 liters (5.3 gal)

  • Flow Rate: 8 L/min

  • Range: 11 meter jet distance

  • Weight: 2.7 kg (empty)

  • Dimensions: 64 × 50 × 5 cm

  • Material: Polyester/PVC/1000D Cordura®

  • Pump: Dual-piston plunger system

  • Hose: Quick-connect, ambidextrous


Operational Deployment

  • Wildfire Initial Attack: First-response containment of spot fires before ground crew arrival

  • Prescribed Burn Operations: Controlled burn management and mop-up activities

  • Remote Access Fires: Areas inaccessible to traditional fire apparatus and hose lines

  • Utility Line Maintenance: Vegetation control and emergency response along power line corridors