SRI SAKTHI AUTOMATION PRIVATE LIMITED
5000 LITRE DIESEL BOWSER
Specification:
1. Technical specifications
Parameter
Recommended specification
Tank capacity
5, 000 litres (5 KL)
Fuel type
High-speed diesel (HSD)
Tank material
Mild steel (MS), or approved equivalent
Tank construction
Welded, leak-proof, with internal baffles
Tank plate thickness
To be designed as per applicable regulations and engineering calculations
Tank shape
Cylindrical or elliptical
Tank mounting
Heavy-duty chassis-mounted or trailer-mounted
Pump type
Diesel-compatible gear pump or sliding-vane pump
Pump flow rate
50–100 litres/minute, depending on application
Flow meter
Mechanical or digital
Dispensing hose
Approximately 4–10 metres
Dispensing nozzle
Automatic cut-off nozzle
Filtration
Diesel filter with water separator
Tank access
Manhole, filling inlet and inspection provision
Safety equipment
Emergency shut-off, earthing/bonding provisions, suitable fire extinguishers and required safety fittings
Level indication
Mechanical or electronic fuel-level indicator
Surface protection
Anti-corrosion primer and industrial-grade paint
Regulatory compliance
Applicable PESO, transport, vehicle and Legal Metrology requirements, as applicable
The pump flow range and dispensing accessories are consistent with configurations offered by Indian mobile fuel-bowser manufacturers.
2. Approximate tank dimensions
For preliminary planning, a cylindrical or elliptical tank may be approximately 2.5–3.5 metres long, depending on its diameter, shape, head design and usable capacity. These are indicative dimensions only; the manufacturer must calculate the actual tank size and safe working capacity.
3. Pump and dispensing system
Diesel transfer pump with suitable motor, PTO or independent drive.
Flow rate: 50–100 LPM as a typical selection range.
Flow meter with calibration appropriate to the intended use.
Fuel hose reel with delivery hose and automatic nozzle.
Suction strainer, filter and water separator.
Bypass/pressure-relief arrangement as required by the pump design.
Emergency stop and electrical isolation where applicable.
A commercial dispensing system may also include a calibrated meter, hose reel, automatic cut-off nozzle and additional fuel-safety interlocks.
4. Safety and statutory requirements
For a diesel bowser operating in India, verify the applicable approvals and requirements before fabrication or purchase, including:
PESO requirements for the proposed tank and operating arrangement.
Applicable motor vehicle registration, permits and roadworthiness requirements for a road-going unit.
Applicable Legal Metrology approval and verification for commercial fuel dispensing.
Approved tank design, leak testing, secure mounting, venting and fuel-compatible fittings.
Required fire protection, electrical safety and operating procedures.
