The Black Hawk 4 Portable Pump features a white fuel tank, pressure gauge, black frame, and durable metal parts—perfect for industrial or emergency water transfer and essential wildfire equipment in Canada.

The Black Hawk 4 Portable Pump is a sturdy black fire pump with visible pipes and wires, mounted on a metal frame and powered by a central motor. It's essential wildfire equipment commonly used by firefighters in Canada.

The Black Hawk 4 Portable Pump is a compact, black engine with visible components, control panel, pressure gauge, and metal frame for easy transport—trusted by Canadian firefighters for wildfire response; shown against a white background.

A firefighter in yellow gear operates a Black Hawk 1 Portable Pump while others battle a smoky outdoor wildfire in Canada, surrounded by trees and grass.

A collage of four images showing wildfire equipment in Canada: the Black Hawk 1 Portable Pump, firefighters using a hose from a fire truck, a tracked firefighting robot amid smoke, and a helicopter with a water bucket over a field.

Line graph showing three performance curves for the Black Hawk 4 Portable Pump (models BH4-13, BH4-18, BH4-23), with flow rate (gallons/min) on the x-axis and head (feet) on the y-axis; each curve uses a different shade of red.

Black Hawk 4 Portable Pump

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UNE EN 14466 / UNE EN 1028 CERTIFIED

High Performance and Power

The BH4 pump was designed for the best power-to-weight ratio in the industry. It comes equipped with a 4-stage centrifugal pump that can be combined with 4 different 4-stroke gasoline engines for up to 418 psi of maximum pressure and 105 GPM of maximum flow.

Features

Compact and durable, easy to carry.
Made of high-quality materials for intensive prolonged use.
4-stage centrifugal pump, interchangeable with a quick-release stainless steel clamp.
Pump compatible with foam-forming agent.
Features a maintenance-free cast aluminum increaser.
Optional electric start.
Check valve included.
Built-in fuel tank on the BH4-13 (optional for the BH4-18 and BH4-23).
Tubular hauling frame or a base for vehicle mount.Includes a manual priming pump and pressure gauge.

Key Benefits

Extreme performance — up to 418 psi and 105 US gpm.
Proven reliabilty — Honda or Briggs & Stratton engines
Robust design — anodized aluminum body, stainless-steel shaft, anti-corrosion treated.
Quick-release pump clamp — easy inspection and fast replacement in the field.
Operational flexibility — manual or electric start, adaptable bases for portable or vehicle mounting.

4-Stage Centrifugal Pump

Compact, efficient and reliable.
Housing and impellers made of anti-corrosive aluminum.
Shaft and other components made of stainless steel.
Suction: 2” NPSH inlet, 1.5” NPSH outlet.
Compatible with foam-forming agent.

Optional Accessories

Thread protector
Suction hose
vft strainer foot valve
3.2 gal (12 l) remote tank fuel line

Technical Specifications

All Models

Emissions certificate: EU stage V, EPA, CARB
Centrifugal pump: 4-stage VFT
Dimensions: 33″ x 20″ x 18.5″ (83cm x 50cm x 47cm)

BH4-13

Engine: Honda GX390
Power: 11.7 HP @3600rpm
Starter: Manual
Fuel tank: Built-in, 1.61 gal (6.1 L)
Weight (dry): 124.5 lbs | 60.5 kg
Maximum pressure: 374 psi | 25.8 bar
Maximum flow: 100 GPM | 380 L/min

BH4-18

Engine: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 18HP
Power: 18 HP @3600rpm
Starter: Manual
Fuel tank: No (optional)
Weight (dry): 134.5 lbs | 68 kg
Maximum pressure: 418 psi | 28.8 bar
Maximum flow: 105 GPM | 397 L/min

BH4-18

Engine: Honda GX630
Power: 20.8 HP @3600rpm
Starter: Manual
Fuel tank: No (optional)
Weight (dry): 189.5 lbs | 86 kg
Maximum pressure: 400 psi | 27.6 bar
Maximum flow: 103 GPM | 390 L/min

BH4-18

Engine: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 23HP
Power: 23 HP @3600rpm
Starter: Manual
Fuel tank: No (optional)
Weight (dry): 136.5 lbs | 68 kg
Maximum pressure: 418 psi | 28.8 bar
Maximum flow: 105 GPM | 397 L/min