VACMASTERS SYSTEM 3000
Air-Vacuum Excavation Equipment

A Mid-Priced System with Big-Time Power.

Combining Versatility and Efficiency

Whether you are upgrading from water to air, or replacing one of our earlier systems with the SYSTEM 3000’s latest advancements in air-vacuum excavation technology, you will find this mid-sized unit perfect for potholing in a variety of applications. It’s neither too big for those small, single potholing jobs, nor too small to do multiple holes in a hurry. There’s high-pressure water on board, however, 95% of the time you’ll rely on air to get the job done quickly, economically, and safely.

SYSTEM 3000 Benefits

SELECTABLE AIR OR WATER DIGGING

• Allows crews to use air 95% of the time, with water available when needed.
• Effective digging in all soil conditions.

• A powerful, reliable John Deere turbo charged diesel engine drives all systems; vacuum, air & water. 
• One engine to operate and maintain.
• Quality components mean readily available service.

SELF PURGING WASHABLE FILTERS

• Powerful reverse flow air quickly cleans the filter. When additional cleaning is needed, simply remove, clean and re-install. Less downtime means more time on the job.

HYDRAULIC POWERED DUMPING

• Quick, easy emptying of large 300-gallon spoils tank.

• Automatic monitoring of all systems with auto-shut-down allows a 2-man crew to operate the system.

• Operate up to 200 feet away from truck for areas difficult to access. Our optional Barrel-Top Interceptor keeps the spoils at the digging site.

WET OR DRY OPERATION

• No need to worry about having to change filters if wet conditions are encountered.

• High efficiency absorption chamber silencer and enclosed power head minimize noise levels helping you to be a good neighbor.

SLURRY VACUUM MODE

• Designed to quickly and easily clean up direction boring bentonite mud slurry or to clean out valve boxes, catch basins, etc.

TOP-OF-THE-LINE COMPONENTS

• Such as our John Deere diesel engine means service is always available nearby, if required.

LOW-MAINTENANCE DESIGN

• Monitor and maintain oil levels, follow recommended checks and adjustments, and occasionally clean the polyester filter -- that's it!

• Digs faster than water in most soils
• Collected spoils remain dry for fast, efficient backfilling
• Eliminates mud disposal problems
• Safer for utilities and operator
• Air won't damage roadbase

SYSTEM 3000 Features

Position your cursor over the checkmarks below and we'll point out some of the features on the VACMASTERS SYSTEM 3000 air-vacuum excavator.

SYSTEM 3000 Specifications

POWER SOURCE

Engine Type: 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel
Model: John Deere 4045T
Power Rating: 100 hp
Fuel System: interconnected to truck system
Power Transfer: manual clutch, belt drive

OPERATIONAL DATA

Vacuum: 1000 cfm, 15" Hg, 4" hose
Compressor: 165 cfm @ 180 psi (Air Lance)
165 cfm @ 100 psi (Air Tools)
High-Pressure Water: 0–3000 psi @ 3 gpm
Low-Pressure Water: 0–1000 psi for clean-up

TANK CAPACITIES

300-Gallon Spoils Tank with Hydraulic Hoist
110-Gallon Water Tank

OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL INSTRUMENTATION

Fully Supervised, Automatic Shut-Down

• Engine RPM, temperature, oil pressure
• Compressor air pressure, temperature

DIMENSIONS and WEIGHTS

Length: 25' 3"
Width: 7' 4"
Height: 8' 6"
GVW: 19,000
Empty Wt. (lbs.): 14,000

HOSES

(2) 33' lengths of 4" Smooth-Bore Vacuum Hose
50' of 3/4" High-Pressure Air Hose for air lance
50' of 3/4" High-Pressure Air Hose for air tools
50' of 3/8" High-Pressure Water Hose

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

• Retractable Air Compressor Hose Reel
• Fiberglass Air Lance With Air-Tec™ Nozzle
• 1 Underbody Storage Box
• 2 Crossbody Storage Boxes
• 1 Step Box
• Traffic Direction Board
• High-Pressure Water Wand
• Low-Pressure Water Wash-Down Wand
• Jackhammer Holster
• Winterizing Kit for Water System
• Vacuum Hose Rack

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

• Sandblast System
• Towing Hitches
• Work Lights
• Barrel-top Soil Interceptor

A FINAL NOTE...

When you invest in a VACMASTERS Air-Vacuum Excavation System we promise we won't "love you and leave you."

We will send a trained technician to perform a dedicated delivery of the system. He will spend a few days working with your people, training them in the operation and maintenance of your new system. We will give them "tips" and show them "tricks" in operating your system that will enable them to take full advantage of the many features designed into our VACMASTERS air-vacuum excavation systems.

Most importantly, we are here when you need us -- only a toll-free call away for support or service.