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The “Flood Rescue Boat”
is a rescue craft with wheels
for universal use.
Also ideal for
rescue situations on ice
There is always a risk of
flooding
UNIBOOT
Practical and versatile
Very manoeuvrable
• Easy to manoeuvre in narrow streets and lanes
Minimal listing ensuring secure ingress and egress
• The barge-like hull provides good buoyancy ensuring initial stability
Universal Applications
• Flowing water ways
• Shallow water ways
• Swamps, ponds etc.
• Rescue on ice
• As a ferry
The Perfect Rowboat
• Efficient hull ensuring easy of mobility
• Uniform design of both bow and stern
Ready for Action
• No preparation needed
• Easy to transport
Easy to transport
• Custom car trailer available
• Can be moved on its wheels
• Light to carry
Stability
• 526 Litre \ 115,7 Gallone buoyancy – full load capacity of 6
people
Ideal for Rescue Situations on Ice
• The aluminium hull easily glides over ice and even sharp edges
• Efficient on wheels
• Safe due to its large supporting hull surface
Convincingly Simple
Shallow draft
• Empty 5 cm \ 1,96 inch
• Loaded 18 cm \ 7,07 inch
Lightweight
• Made of 2,50 mm \ 0,98 line aluminium
Space Saving
• Retractable oars do not extend beyond boat when stowed
Stackable
• Can be stored or transported in “six-packs” of 2.65 m
\ 8,69 ft height
Easily Carried
• Comfortable grips
• Lightweight
Wheels
• For travelling over areas not affected by flooding
• For fast launching
3 Wooden Planks
• Various uses
• As seats
• As steps mounted on the railing
Removable Railing
• To safely get on and off the boat
•·For manoeuvring and transporting on land
•·To hold planks forming a staircase
Outboard Motor
• Outboard mount on stern
•·Fast and easy mounting
Durable and Cost Effective
Economical
• Low maintenance
• Rugged, durable and long lasting
Durable
• Made from non-corrosive aluminium
• Long lasting resistance to intense UV rays,
saltwater and other external influences
Easy to repair
• Foamless cavities
Requires Small Storage Space
• Stackable
•·Optional storage devices for storing suspended from the ceiling or along walls
• One person can tilt the boat against the wall
Rescue Operations on Ice
by Fire Fighters and
Rescue Agencies
Fast Aid
• Rescuers reach the victim quickly due to the wheels
Safe Handling
• Low footprint. The total weight of the boat is evenly distributed over
4 widely spaced dampening tires.
Fast and Easy Rescue
• The low railing makes it easy to bring the victims on board
Easy Haul Out
• The rescuers who are in a safe position can pull the boat, with personnel
and victims on board, back with the rope. Alternatively boat personnel
can also pull themselves and the victims back with an anchored rope.
Good Gliding Properties
• The aluminium hull easily glides over ice and even sharp edges
Easy to Carry
• Comfortable handles for 2 or 4 persons
Technical data
Model 1 (as illustrated)
Model 2
Shape
barge-like, bow and stern are identical
Characteristics for usage
and deployment
Due to its modest dimensions
it is very manoeuvrable and
easy to pilot in narrow lanes
when e.g. rescuing individuals
As a shuttle for transporting
larger numbers of people,
even with a current
Length
4,30 m \ 14,11 ft
5,60 m \ 18,37 ft
Beam
1,50 m \ 4,92 ft
1,90 m \ 6,23 ft
Hight
0,50 m \ 1,64 ft
0,55 m \ 1,8 ft
Full weight
112 kg \ 246,92 lb
255 kg \ 562,18 lb
Weight of rails
10 kg \ 22,05 lb
10 kg \ 22,05 lb
Weight of the planks (3 pieces)
14 kg \ 30,86 lb
35 kg \ 77,16 lb
Weight of the straps
4 kg \ 8,82 lb
5 kg \ 11,02 lb
Total Weight
140 kg \ 308,65 lb
305 kg \ 672,41 lb
Draft empty without wheels
Draft loaded with
approx. 5cm \ 1,96 inch
6 people, approx. 18cm \ 7,07 inch
approx. 5cm \ 1,96 inch
14 people, approx. 20cm \ 7,86 inch
Buoyancy volume
526 l \ 115,7 gal
1.264 l \ 278,04 gal
Construction
The bow and the stern each contain a flotation chamber, the top of which consists of an
even 1 m long corrugated platform.
Wooden Planks
3 pieces
There are brackets at various points in the boats so that the planks can be mounted
depending on the intended use; i.e. as a bridge, as steps, as seats
(oarlocks are positioned accordingly).
Railing
On the port and starboard side of the bow there are removable railings made of aluminium
tubing with an outer diameter of 40 mm \ 15,75 line and a length of about 1.20 m\ 3,94 ft
There are mounting brackets for lifebuoys on the stanchions (optional).
The planks can be placed on the stanchions creating a set of stairs
(added safety for older people).
a solid 3.5m \ 11,48 ft bench lengthwise
port and starboard. The bench has a 1.5
opening on one side, giving access to a
storage area with overboard drainage.
Benches
across
none lengthwise
Wheels
For use on flat or non-flooded areas. The wheels with synthetic rims and plain bearings
are mounted on stainless steel axles and are easy to replace.
Outboard
Mounting bracket on stern
Material and
Construction Characteristics
Bottom, platform, side parts and core are made of 2.5 mm \ 0,98 line saltwater resistant
aluminium. The upper edges (gunwale) are finished with 40mm \ 15,75 line round tubing.
The barge-like construction of the hull ensures safety on frozen surfaces that could crack.
Aluminium boats easily glide over sharp edges. The low railings make it easy to bring the
victims on board.
The planks and wheels can be removed effortlessly and stored when the boat is not being
used over longer periods of time.
Comparison between
fire brigade boats and
UNIBOAT
Inflatable boats
used by the fire brigade
These are planing boats
• Powered by 25 – 40 HP
Speed of approx. 30-50 km/h
\ 18,64 - 31,07 mph
For use on natural waterways
• e.g. on a river
Speed is of primary importance
• e.g. reaching sinking or burning ships
The engine is used to produce
high speed
Flow velocity
The flow velocity of rivers is often underestimated.
Uniboote
These are row boats (displacement boats)
• Powered by 4 – 8 HP
Speed of approx. 8 km/h \ 4,97 mph
For use in flooded areas
• e.g. flooded streets
Stay clear of wakes
• Should be operated at reduced speed
The engine replaces the rower
Boat 1
A 4 HP outboard is more efficient than a rower
• Boat 1 can be powered by a smaller outboard.
Depending on the load the boat can reach 8 km/h \ 4,97 mph
A 4 HP outboard can do a complete 360° turn
• The boat is extremely manoeuvrable
Due to its light weight (13 kg \ 28,66 lb) the outboard is easy
to handle
• E.g. tilting the outboard when navigating shallow areas
The outboard is cost effective
• Repairs are inexpensive
Boat 2
A 5 HP outboard would be suitable
• It would replace 2 rowers
A 4 HP outboard would suffice
• For use in flooded areas with little current
Hauptstraße 77, 53424 Remagen-Oberwinter
Tel.: 0049- (0)2228/8080
Fax: 0049 -(0)2228/7777
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.hochwasserboot.de
J.w.schaefer
METALLVERARBEITUNG
Please note:
Many rescue boats are overpowered.
The UNIBOAT (Boat Model 1) only needs a light outboard.
Ideal for continuous use in flooded areas
is 4 HP gas outboard
•This makes the UNIBOAT as fast as a rowboat (ca. 8,5 km/h = 5,28 mph)
•You can reach distant areas within minutes.
(more information can be found at www.yamaha-motor.com e.g.)
For short missions on inland waters
there is the Torqeedo 1000 Watt electric motor
•It is as fast as the gas engine
•Super light ( with Accu 13,4 kg \ 29,54 lb )
•Mounts quickly
•Ready to use thanks to a long-lasting battery
(more information can be found at www.torqeedo.com)
Equipped in this manner the UNIBOAT is:
•No need for a licence
•Easy to handle by one person
•Economical, you save on manpower and acquisition costs
Should you require further information, please call
Tel.: 0049 22 28 - 80 80
We will be happy to personally advise you.
New Accessory – the diving ladder
Functional
• Easy and safe to use wearing flippers
Ready for immediate use
• Easily mounted on the UNIBOAT, no need for tools
Practical
• Easily stowed on the railing
Economical and durable
• Maintenance-free and light, made completely of aluminium
Hauptstr. 77, D-53424 Remagen- Oberwinter
Tel.: +49 2228/8080, Fax: +49 2228/7777
e-mail: [email protected]
web: www.hochwasserboot.de