Product Description
One of the biggest challenges on canals and rivers is getting materials to the site. Without road or towpath access, materials hoppers are the go-to option. The Rothen Group’s fleet of material hoppers includes both tanked and untanked models that are ideal for transporting dredged silt, vegetation, or construction materials.
KEY FEATURES
Lengths: 30ft, 40ft, 50ft, 70ft & tanked 70ft
Beam: 6ft 10in
Hold Length: 22ft or 40ft
Draft: 8in (empty or tanked)
Max Capacity: 15–30 tonnes (dependent on size and tanking)
Mobilisation: Hiab or crane and lorry
INFORMATION SHEETS
Designed for shallow watercourses, these vessels combine generous carrying capacity with minimal draft. Even when fully loaded, our tanked 70ft hoppers draw just 8 inches of water. That makes it a powerful and versatile vessel for almost all kinds of maintenance and restoration work, hauling everything you need to get the job done.
Our hoppers are engineered for the secure and efficient transport of up to 30 tonnes of bulk material. Our hoppers feature large internal holds, stable beams, and rugged construction. They’re suitable for regular use in civil engineering, maintenance, and dredging projects.
Then there’s the matter of getting it to and from the site. This crane-mobilised material hopper can be lifted on and off a Hiab lorry or flatbed, allowing the vessel to be delivered and deployed rapidly. Use a single hopper or integrate it as part of a barge train.
Speak to our team to find the right configuration for your site and load requirements.
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Use Case
Material transport for dredging, bank works, and canal projects
Transport Method
Hiab or crane and lorry
Design Type
Available in tanked and untanked models
Carrying Capacity
15, 20, 25, or 30 tonnes (dependent on size and tanking)
Draft
8in (empty or tanked)
Hold Length
22ft or 40ft
Beam
6ft 10in
Length Options
30ft, 40ft, 50ft, 70ft & tanked 70ft
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VALUE
Specifications
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“The Rothen Group’s knowledge has ensured that potential issues were highlighted early, meaning projects run smoothly and on programme. They have a large fleet of plant and operators too, which reassures that the work will be completed safely and with due care.”
Martin Dean
JN Bentley
“The Rothen Group have worked with us and supplied marine, piling and fencing plant for many years. The team have excellent working knowledge of the UK canal system.”
Jim Walton
CPC Civils
“The works were completed to a high standard of quality both ahead of programme and in a safe manner. All parties were really pleased with how smooth the construction phase went.”
Andrew Smith
Mott MacDonald Bentley
“Your crew worked seamlessly to deliver both the headwall and gabion basket lifts safely and efficiently. Their approach to safety, teamwork, and communication made a real difference and helped keep everything on track.”
Adam De'Ath
Canal & River Trust
"The professionalism, communication and quality of the works delivered by The Rothen Group has been exceptional! From the project initiation phase to delivering the hard work on the ground they have been an outstanding contractor to work with."
Charles Hughes
Canal & River Trust
