What is a Pump Truck Called? A Big Guide to Pump Trucks

Have you ever seen a big truck with a long arm that moves stuff? That is a pump truck! These trucks have many names. Let’s learn about pump trucks and what they do!

What is a Pump Truck?

A pump truck is a special truck that moves things using pumps. Some pump trucks move concrete to tall buildings. Others move water to put out fires. Some even help clean up waste!

Pump trucks have different names based on what they do:

• Pallet pump
• Pallet jack
• Concrete pump truck
• Fire pumper truck
• Vacuum pump truck

Types of Pump Trucks and Their Names

Let’s look at the main kinds of pump trucks:

1. Concrete Pump Trucks

These trucks pump wet concrete to where builders need it. They have long arms that can reach high places.

Short-boom models are used for small jobs like homes. Long-arm models help build big buildings and bridges.

You can see concrete pump trucks at work on building sites. They make it easy to put concrete in hard-to-reach spots!

2. Long-Arm Pump Trucks

These are special concrete pump trucks with extra-long arms. They can reach very high or far places.

These trucks help build:

• High-rise buildings
• Bridges
• Tunnels
• Dams

The market for these trucks will grow to 677 million units by 2033. That’s a lot of trucks!

3. Fire Pumper Trucks

These are the red trucks that fight fires! They pump water to put out flames.

Fire pumper trucks have:

• Strong pumps that move 250-1500 GPM (gallons per minute)
• Big water tanks
• Hoses to spray water
• Foam systems to fight special fires

These trucks are very important for keeping us safe! You can learn more about emergency fire rescue trucks that help save lives.

4. Smart Pump Systems

The newest pump trucks have smart technology. They use computers to work better.

These smart systems can:

• Save energy (up to 50%!)
• Fix problems before they happen
• Work with clean energy like solar power

5. Electric Pump Trucks

Electric pump trucks are new and clean! They don’t make smoke like old trucks.

These trucks were shown at Work Truck Week 2025. They have:

• Batteries instead of gas tanks
• Quiet motors
• No pollution

How Pump Trucks Help Us

Pump trucks do many important jobs:

Construction Help

In building jobs, concrete pump trucks move wet concrete to the right spot. This helps workers build:

• Tall buildings
• Strong bridges
• Long roads

Without these trucks, building would be much harder!

Fighting Fires

Fire pumper trucks help put out fires fast. They can pump water from:

• Fire hydrants
• Lakes
• Pools
• Special tanks on the truck

These trucks help firefighters save lives and homes!

Cleaning Up

Vacuum pump trucks help keep our cities clean. They can:

• Clean sewers
• Pick up spills
• Remove waste

For special cleanup jobs, sewage vacuum treatment trucks are very helpful.

Important Pump Truck Facts and Numbers

Let’s look at some big facts about pump trucks:

Type of Pump Truck	Key Facts	Important Numbers
Concrete Pump Trucks	Used for precise concrete placement	Market growing at XX% (2025-2033)
Long-Arm Pump Trucks	Help build tall buildings	Will reach 677 million units by 2033
Fire Pumper Trucks	Fight fires with water and foam	Move 72.6% of U.S. freight by weight
Smart Pump Systems	Use computers to work better	Save up to 50% energy
Electric Pump Trucks	Don’t make pollution	Key trend for 2025

Jobs with Pump Trucks

People who work with pump trucks have good jobs! The trucking industry will grow by 6% from 2020 to 2030. Truck drivers have gotten 14% more pay in the last five years!

If you want to work with pump trucks, you could be a:

• Truck driver
• Pump operator
• Truck mechanic
• Safety inspector

The Future of Pump Trucks

Pump trucks are getting better and smarter! Here’s what’s coming:

1. More Electric Trucks

By 2025, we’ll see many more electric pump trucks that don’t make pollution. These will help keep our air clean.

2. Smart Technology

New trucks will have computers that help them:

• Use less fuel
• Find the best routes
• Fix problems quickly
• Work with renewable energy

3. Special Rules

New rules in Europe and the United States will make trucks cleaner. This will change how pump trucks are made.

Learn More About Special Trucks

Want to learn more about cool trucks? Check out these pages:

• Emergency Rescue Fire Trucks – See how these trucks help save lives
• Sewage Vacuum Treatment Trucks – Learn about trucks that clean up waste
• Concrete Pump Trucks – Find out how concrete gets to the right spots

Final Thoughts

Now you know all about pump trucks and their many names! These amazing trucks help us:

• Build tall buildings
• Put out fires
• Keep cities clean

Next time you see a pump truck, you’ll know just what it is and why it’s so important!