At Any Type Trucks, we build water carts that perform under pressure—day in, day out. This review showcases one of our most trusted civil and mining configurations: the Western Star 8x4 4784 chassis paired with our WT30 18,000L Tank. It’s a legacy platform that’s earned its place across Queensland job sites for one reason—it works.
And while this model continues to be a dependable performer, we’re already preparing for what comes next. The newly released Western Star 47X platform takes everything great about the 4784 and pushes it to the next level—making it an exciting evolution for future builds.
🚛 The Build Platform: Western Star 4784 – Cummins Power. Allison Dependability.
The Western Star 4784 8x4 twin steer chassis has long been a benchmark in high-capacity vocational fleets, particularly for water carts operating in demanding environments. Under the hood, this unit is powered by a Cummins diesel engine, trusted across the industry for its torque, durability, and low-end power.
Matched with a 6-speed Allison automatic transmission, this drivetrain combination is built for frequent stop-start operation, varied loads, and on-site resilience. The Allison gearbox ensures smooth shifts, reduced drivetrain wear, and lower fatigue for operators managing spray systems, cannons, and haul road conditions.
Together, the Cummins + Allison pairing delivers:
Excellent fuel efficiency across duty cycles
Responsive performance under load
Reduced maintenance compared to manual drivetrains
Long-term value across mining, civil, and construction projects
Whether you're hauling water through a pit or dust-suppressing a regional road, this setup is the proven choice for reliable operation.
💧 WT30 Tank Package – 18,000L Built to Last
Matched to the 4784 chassis is our WT30 series water tank, built from 6mm 350-grade steel and engineered for safe, surge-controlled liquid transport in line with Road Tanker Standards.
WT30 Tank Features:
Internal baffles for surge control
Hot-dip galvanised subframe with rear pin-mount and rubber block front guides (IAW VSB6 NCOP)
Dual fill points and rear spray head configuration
Top walkway with handrails and fold-down ladder for safe access
Full signage kit and mine-spec decals included
Durable. Maintainable. Fit for purpose. This tank setup continues to be a mainstay across mine, civil, and infrastructure fleets.
🧰 Functional Additions – Australian-Made and Site-Ready
This unit includes ATT’s most requested upgrades:
T-Rex Electric Cannon – Australian-made, electric over pneumatic control, upgradable to hydraulic
Cab-mounted spray control system – Variable flow, operator friendly
Mine spec ROPS – Professionally certified for site use
Dribble bars and rear sprays – For dust suppression and haul road conditioning
Built-in flexibility allows for customisation across operations ranging from council work to remote mining contracts.
🦺 Site Compliance Features – Standard, Not Optional
This build includes a full suite of site compliance features, designed to meet or exceed requirements under Safer Together, BMA, and local authority frameworks:
✅ Wheel chocks and brackets
✅ Battery and starter isolators – lockable, externally mounted
✅ Heavy-duty jump-start receptacle
✅ Dual emergency stops (E-Stops)
✅ 5kg fire extinguisher – ADR-approved
✅ Redarc daytime running lights (DRLs)
✅ Redarc key-on lighting system – automatic “lights on” with ignition
✅ HELLA LED lighting – tail, clearance, work lights, and beacon suite
✅ Wiring – tinned, soldered, loomed and heat-shrunk for durability
- 💡 Lighting & Electrical – HELLA Fitted and Engineered to Last
- Reliability in remote or harsh conditions starts with the electrical system. This unit features a full HELLA LED lighting setup, chosen for its compliance, performance, and ease of replacement in the field.
- ADR-compliant rear, clearance, and indicator lighting
- LED work lights for night and low-vis operations
- Triple flashing beacons – rear and cab-mounted
- Clean, accessible wiring throughout, with circuit labelling for serviceability
- 🔭 Looking Ahead – Enter the Western Star 47X
- While the 4784 has delivered time-tested performance, Western Star’s new 47X platform represents the next leap forward in water truck integration. Lighter, smarter, and more customisable, the 47X chassis provides:
- Optimised tare weight with high-strength steel construction
- Enhanced vocational electrical systems
- Better cab ergonomics and driver visibility
- Seamless compatibility with ATT’s modular builds and compliance packages
- As ATT continues to evolve, customers can expect the same WT30 tank performance—now available on a platform purpose-built for the next decade of vocational trucking.
- 📘 Explore Western Star 47X Specs
- 🏗 Built for Harsh Conditions. Delivered with Class.
- This Western Star 4784 WT30 build exemplifies ATT’s commitment to:
- Utility – practical design that meets operational needs
- Durability – steel where it counts, tested in the field
- Reliability – no-fuss performance day after day
- Delivered with the class and style that sets you apart on-site
- 📞 Ready for Your Next Build?
- Whether you're running 4784s, transitioning to the new 47X, or starting from scratch—Any Type Trucks can build it, integrate it, and deliver it to spec.
- 👉 View the WT30 Water Truck Range
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