The VM4000 Hydrovac Vacuum Excavator is No Dig Equipment’s largest and most powerful vacuum excavation machine, designed for large-scale civil construction, mining, utility, infrastructure and non-destructive digging applications.
With a 4,000 L spoil tank, 1,200 CFM vacuum blower, 2,000 L clean water tank and 3,500 PSI hydro excavation system, the VM4000 provides the high-capacity excavation and spoil storage required for demanding commercial projects.
The VM4000 is a skid-mounted vacuum excavator designed for installation onto a suitable truck or heavy-duty vehicle. The truck is not included with the machine.
| Specification | VM4000 |
|---|---|
| Spoil Tank Capacity | 4,000 L |
| Clean Water Tank | 2,000 L |
| Vacuum Blower | 1,200 CFM |
| Vacuum | 15 in Hg |
| Engine | 83 HP Yanmar Diesel |
| Water Pressure | 3,500 PSI |
| Water Flow | 15 L/min |
| Suction Hose | 4″ diameter |
| Retractable Hose Reel | 15 m |
| Dry Weight | Approx. 3,500 kg |
| Mounting | Skid mount |
| Tank Tipping | Hydraulic |
| Tank Door | Full-opening rear door |
Specifications may vary depending on the selected VM4000 configuration. Confirm final specifications and vehicle requirements with No Dig Equipment
The VM4000 is designed for high-volume hydro excavation and non-destructive digging where large quantities of soil, slurry and excavated material need to be removed and stored.
The machine combines high-pressure water with powerful vacuum suction to loosen and remove material around underground infrastructure.
The VM4000 is particularly suited to projects where a smaller vacuum excavator would require frequent spoil disposal or where greater suction and water capacity are required.
The VM4000 uses a combination of high-pressure water and vacuum suction to excavate soil without using conventional mechanical digging equipment directly around underground services.
The high-pressure water system breaks up and loosens soil. The powerful 1,200 CFM vacuum blower then removes the loosened material through the 4″ suction hose and transfers it into the 4,000 L spoil tank.
This provides operators with a controlled method of exposing underground infrastructure while collecting the excavated material within the machine.
The large spoil capacity also reduces the frequency of unloading on high-volume projects.
The VM4000 is designed for professional contractors and organisations requiring high-capacity vacuum excavation equipment.
It is particularly suited to:
If your projects involve significant spoil volumes, demanding excavation conditions or extended operating periods, the VM4000 provides the capacity required for heavy-duty vacuum excavation.
The VM4000 is supplied as a skid-mounted vacuum excavation unit.
The skid configuration allows the machine to be installed onto a suitable truck or heavy-duty vehicle.
The truck is not included with the VM4000.
Vehicle selection and installation should be considered carefully based on:
Contact No Dig Equipment before purchasing if you need help determining whether your vehicle is suitable for a VM4000 installation.
The VM4000 features a 1,200 CFM vacuum blower with 15 in Hg vacuum performance.
The high-capacity vacuum system is designed for demanding excavation applications where strong airflow and efficient spoil recovery are required.
A 4″ suction hose provides a large-diameter pathway for moving soil, slurry and excavated material into the spoil tank.
The VM4000’s high-capacity vacuum system makes it suitable for contractors who need greater productivity than smaller trailer-mounted and truck-mounted vacuum excavators can provide.
The VM4000 features a 4,000 litre spoil tank designed for high-volume excavation.
The hydraulic tipping system allows the tank to be raised for efficient spoil disposal.
The large capacity allows operators to collect significant quantities of excavated material before unloading.
This can be particularly valuable on large-scale civil and infrastructure projects where reducing downtime is a priority.
The VM4000 incorporates a 2,000 litre clean water tank, providing substantial water capacity for hydro excavation work.
The large water tank complements the machine’s 4,000 L spoil capacity, making the VM4000 suitable for longer-duration excavation projects where frequent refilling can reduce productivity.
The combination of water and spoil capacity makes the VM4000 particularly suited to large civil, mining and infrastructure projects.
The VM4000 is equipped with a 3,500 PSI high-pressure water system operating at 15 L/min.
Pressurised water is used to loosen and break up soil during hydro excavation. The vacuum system then removes the loosened material from the excavation.
The water pump incorporates an electric clutch, allowing the pump to be disengaged when water excavation is not required. This allows the available engine power to be directed towards the vacuum system and can also reduce unnecessary wear on the water pump.
The system is designed for controlled excavation around existing underground services.
The VM4000 can be configured with additional equipment depending on the application.
A hydraulic boom can be installed above the waste bowl to provide greater control and reach when positioning the suction hose.
Two hydraulic boom configurations are available depending on the required setup.
A 10 m extension of 4″ suction hose can be supplied with cam-lock fittings where additional working reach is required.
A double-jet digging wand provides a 165 mm / 6.5″ digging configuration for controlled hydro excavation.
A hydraulic opening door can also be supplied as an upgrade to simplify spoil disposal and tank access.
No Dig Equipment designs and supplies vacuum excavation and trenchless technology equipment for Australian contractors.
Our vacuum excavator range is built around applications including civil construction, mining, utilities, telecommunications and infrastructure.
The VM4000 is designed for demanding Australian worksites where high-capacity vacuum excavation equipment is required.
No Dig Equipment has supplied trenchless technology equipment to contractors and municipalities for many years, with practical experience across vacuum excavation and underground utility applications.
No Dig Equipment also supplies vacuum excavator parts and components to help operators maintain their equipment and minimise downtime.
The VM4000 sits at the high-capacity end of the vacuum excavator range.
| Model | Spoil Capacity | Vacuum | Water Tank | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VM850 | 850 L | 550 CFM | 500 L | Utility & civil work |
| VM2000 | 2,000 L | 550 CFM* | 800 L | Potholing & HDD |
| VM3000 | 3,000 L | 550 CFM* | 800 L | Civil, mining & HDD |
| VM4000 | 4,000 L | 1,200 CFM | 2,000 L | Large-scale civil & mining |
The VM4000 is used for high-capacity hydro excavation and non-destructive digging, including utility locating, potholing, civil construction, mining, infrastructure projects, HDD support, slurry removal and excavation around underground services.
The VM4000 has a 4,000 litre spoil tank with hydraulic tipping.
The VM4000 has a 2,000 litre clean water tank for hydro excavation.
The VM4000 uses a 1,200 CFM vacuum blower with approximately 15 in Hg vacuum performance.
The VM4000 is powered by an 83 HP Yanmar diesel engine.
The VM4000 high-pressure water system operates at 3,500 PSI and 15 L/min.
The VM4000 uses a 4-inch suction hose, with a 15 m retractable hose reel included in the published specification.
The VM4000 is supplied as a skid-mounted vacuum excavation system designed to be installed onto a suitable truck or heavy-duty vehicle.
The published dry weight of the VM4000 is approximately 3,500 kg before accounting for water, spoil, truck and additional equipment.
Yes. The VM4000 is designed for high-capacity excavation and can be configured for demanding civil and mining applications. Site-specific safety and mine requirements should be discussed with No Dig Equipment before ordering.
Available options include a hydraulic boom, hydraulic opening door, 10 m 4-inch suction hose extension and double-jet digging wand. Options should be confirmed for the selected VM4000 configuration.
Contact No Dig Equipment to discuss your project, vehicle requirements, optional equipment and VM4000 configuration.
Our team can help you determine whether the VM4000 is the right vacuum excavation system for your application.
