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VIPER RESCUE HOVERCRAFT



 

Classification: RESCUE

Viper Rescue Hovercraft are widely used in many regions around northern Australia and South East Asia. These are excellent vehicles for ice, tidal and flood rescue.

The Viper Rescue Hovercraft can be supplied in large numbers and in a variety of configurations to suit individual department needs. 

The Viper Rescue Hovercraft are very quick, nimble and responsive for there size. The design incorporates a strong, light weight, Kevlar hull. It features an efficient propulsion system and a lightweight, high powered engine. The practical shape has proven to be a winner amongst the rescue fraternity.  
 









 

SPECIFICATIONS

PRICE includes G.S.T. Viper 5X Rescue
Hovercraft (without options, but includes attachments and spares listed below) AU$48,200.00
GENERAL Viper 5X Rescue
Seating  5 persons, Inline
Cockpit  Open
Length 4.6m
Width 2.2m
Height  1.7m
Weight (dry) 295kg with included options
Payload (maximum in calm conditions)  500kg (5 persons, options, gear and fuel totalling less than 500kg)
Hover height (max) 240mm
Positive Buoyancy 850kg
Fuel capacity 50 litres
Thrust (Approx) 140kg
Speed - Safe max 80kph + (ideal conditions)
Ideal Cruise speed 35 - 60kph
Endurance @ Cruise (50L) 3.5 - 4.hours 
ENGINE Viper 5X Rescue
Engine make  Hirth
Capacity 939cc
Type Water-cooled, three cylinder, two-stroke
Power  100 bhp @ 6,000 rpm
Fuel 95 - 98 Octane unleaded 2% oil premix
Ignition Dual sparkplug per cylinder
Starting  Electric start
Generator 250w (12V DC 25amp)
T.B.O. (Top and bottom overhaul) 700 - 900 hours
Drive system HTD Tooth belt
Propulsion Multi-wing Fan
Noise 84db @ 30mt max.
77db @ 30mt Cruise - (4,500rpm)
OPTIONAL Viper 5X Rescue
Standard trailer AU$1,950.00
50L Fuel tank NCLUDED
Oil injection AU$650.00 (1.5kg)
Elevator system INCLUDED
2 x forward storage compartments AU$300.00 (2.5kg)
Deck and floor anti-slip mating. INCLUDED
Cockpit hand rails INCLUDED
Navigation lights INCLUDED
Driving lights INCLUDED
Rotating beacon INCLUDED
Siren INCLUDED
Cockpit light INCLUDED
500gph Auto Bilge pump INCLUDED
4 x External grab rails INCLUDED
Rescue signage INCLUDED
100W Search light AU$50.00 (1.5kg)
Stretcher AU$50.00 (1.5kg)
Fire extinguisher AU$50.00 (1.5kg)
Tailored cover AU$750.00
Electric winch AU$200.00

 

Features :

- Enclosed electrical and engine air-intake filtration system.
- Externally vented fuel system
- Capacity to seat four adults & gear in comfort.
- Single engine and fan, providing integrated lift and thrust.
- Remote choke control.
- Lightweight, smooth, adjustable transmission system.


Construction Detail :

- Foam/epoxy/Kevlar/EGlass lower Hull
- Foam/GRP deck with additional Kevlar reinforcement.
- GRP upper planning panels with additional Kevlar reinforcement.
- GRP upper Cockpit panels
- GRP seat and seat base
- GRP fan cowl
- GRP engine cover
- GRP windscreen
- Galvanised engine frame
- Aluminium coated exhaust system
- Colours - Signal Red, Safety yellow. Marker orange or combination.

Attachments
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- 2 x Passenger hand rails
- 4 x External grab rails
- Forward and rear deck cleats
- Forward tow point
- Impact protection strip
- 2 x Auto bilge pump (500gph)
- Fire extinguisher
- Orange beacon
- Kevlar bash plate on forward planning panel
- Elevator (Trim control)
- Rubber anti slip deck & floor matting
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Rescue signage

Dash components -

- Tachometer
- Hour meter
- Fuel level gauge
- Voltmeter
- Water temperature gauge
- Choke control  (on handle bars)
- Elevator control

Standard inclusions:

- Operator manual and log book
- 1 day owner/operator training if requested
- 10 Spare Front skirt segment
- 5 Spare Rear skirt segment
- Spare ignition key
- Basic tool kit

 

Availability and payment details -

All our production hovercraft are fabricated to order. Each hovercraft is usually ready for dispatch 6 - 8 weeks upon order (Depending on model, options ordered, and existing order commitments). A 70% deposit is required for Viper Rescue. Final payment is required prior the pick up or shipment.

Packing, shipping and pick up -

Shipment via road transport ex factory - contact us
Shipment via sea - F.O.B. costs ex Sydney port, 1 x 20' container is cost is AU$1,500 minimum.
Owner pick up - Please consider purchasing one of our trailers to ease this process. If you have already ordered a trailer with your new hovercraft, then you are ready to go. Hold down straps are included. Ensure that your vehicle has a tow bar and a flat 7 pin plug (or adaptor)


 

 

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