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WaterGator
Professional grade remote-controlled, battery-powered lake weed harvester
(2.5x speed)
Over twice the size of the WaterBug, the WaterGator builds on the same innovation and efficiency — scaled up for larger projects and enhanced with more features. With a cutting depth of 48 inches, a payload capacity of 1,200 lbs., optional side sickle attachments, and automatic ground-leveling, the WaterGator is a powerful and versatile weed-harvesting solution.
Designed for homeowners, contractors, municipalities and more, the WaterGator brings professional-grade performance to aquatic vegetation management at any scale.
WaterGator features:
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Quiet - no gas engine or hydraulics.
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Environmentally friendly - no chemicals, just mechanical cutting and collecting.
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Easy to use - "tank" drive paddles for easy operation, live camera feed - harvest from comfort of your chair.
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Flexible operations - cut, skim, collect, auto-dump. Conveyors are variable speed and bidirectional.
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Innovative - ground detection auto level, harvest wheel speed settings, and machine mounted live camera feed.
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Low maintenance - electric motors, aluminum frame, two lithium batteries.
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Dimensions & specs:
Specs:
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Cut, skim, & collect - all in one machine
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One person operation
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Remote controlled live camera feed & operator viewing screen
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1,000 feet line of sight range
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Bidirectional and variable speed intake conveyor
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Cutting width: 54 inches
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Cutting depth: 48 inches
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Harvesting width: 42 inches
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Machine weight: approximately 900 lbs.
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Rated payload capacity: 1,200 lbs. / 50 cu. ft.
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Polycarbonate bunk sides provide easy visual on fill level
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24v li-ion batteries, 8 hr. run time
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Li-ion batteries with bluetooth fuel gauge
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Includes 25 amp charger with 8-hour charge time
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Aluminum frame
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Operates in < 1ft. of water depth
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Ground stop auto lift switch to avoid hitting the ground
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Four paddle wheels each with independent high torque electric motor
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"Harvest mode" paddle wheel setting which sets paddles to fixed speed
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Optional attachments: sickle-cutters, tractor wheels, and skimmer booms
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Includes customized boat trailer: 16' L x 64" W, 2" ball hitch and LED lights
WaterGator add-on attachments
WaterGator is a modular aquatic cleanup machine designed for lakes, ponds, channels, and other bodies of water. The following optional attachments ensure optimal performance in all conditions.
Main sickle cutter
54-in. sickle cutter for aquatic vegetation - an essential part of the WaterGator unless you plan to skim only.
Side sickles
A must have if cutting. These vertical sickle cutters allow you to carve straight through weed matts. Comes as set of two, motors included.
Dual paddle wheels
Add to increase thrust and maneuverability. Comes as set of two, we recommend in the front. Note, these outer wheels are more prone to impact and expand machine width to just under 9 ft.
Skimmer booms
These expand the intake width to a 8.5 ft. funnel making skimming easier - good for algae, duckweed, floating debris/vegetation, etc. Can be used with the main sickle on.
WaterGator FAQ
Q: Who is the WaterGator designed for?
A: The WaterGator is built for large-scale operations — contractors, municipalities, lake associations, and homeowners with bigger weed problems. It has more than twice the capacity of the WaterBug with a 1,200 lb. payload and 50 cubic feet of storage.
Q: How deep does the WaterGator cut?
A: The WaterGator cuts aquatic vegetation up to 48 inches (4 feet) deep with its 54-inch sickle cutter. Optional side sickle attachments let it carve straight through thick weed mats.
Q: What makes the WaterGator different from the WaterBug?
A: Scale and capability. The WaterGator is over twice the size, carries 1,200 lbs. vs. 500 lbs., cuts deeper (48 in. vs. 28 in.), has automatic ground-leveling, side sickle options, dual battery power. It's the professional-grade step up.
Q: How long can the WaterGator run on a charge?
A: The WaterGator uses two 24V lithium-ion batteries for 8 hours of continuous run time — a full working day.
Q: Can the WaterGator skim algae and floating weeds?
A: Yes. With optional skimmer booms, the WaterGator's intake widens to 8.5 ft., making it effective for algae, duckweed, and other floating vegetation in addition to submerged weeds.
Q: Does the WaterGator auto-dump its load?
A: Yes. The WaterGator features an auto-dump function, so you can unload collected vegetation without manually handling it. The conveyors are also bidirectional and variable-speed.
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