Professional amphibious machine · RP56
WHERE OTHER MACHINESSTOP, THE RAPTORGETS TO WORK!
A new generation of amphibious tool carriers,
for demanding aquatic maintenance work.
WHY CHOOSE THE RAPTOR?
POWER
A 56 hp HATZ Stage V engine and a hydraulic arm with four cylinders.
VERSATILITY
Interchangeable attachments for cutting, collecting, uprooting, excavating and pumping.
SIMPLICITY
Two joysticks and quick attachment changes by a single operator.
MADE IN FRANCE
French manufacturing and locally available spare parts.
56 hp · Stage V250 kg lifting capacity10–12 hours of operationInterchangeable attachments
ONE TOOL CARRIER,
MANY AQUATIC TASKS
The RAPTOR is a versatile amphibious tool carrier designed for use on water, on land and in hard-to-reach wetlands. Its ability to work on soft ground, buoyancy and four-cylinder hydraulic arm let it adapt quickly to each task while keeping operating costs under control.
CONTACT USAquatic weed cutting
Cutting algae, reeds and other invasive aquatic plants.
Mechanical removal of water primrose
Mechanical removal of water primrose plants and their roots to stop their spread.
Dredging, sludge pumping, desilting and lagoon maintenance
Suction pumping of silt, sludge and deposits accumulated on the bottom of ponds, basins and lagoons.
Excavation work
Excavation of mud and other materials in water and on banks.
Water lily rhizome milling
Shredding water lily roots to limit their growth and clear water bodies.
Remediation of contaminated sites
Removal of floating debris, waste, sludge or contaminated materials from the water.
Sargassum collection
Collecting and pumping sargassum in the coastal zone and on beaches.
Adapting other hydraulic attachments*
The RAPTOR can be fitted with different hydraulic attachments to meet site requirements.
*Subject to technical feasibility.
A MULTIPURPOSE TOOL CARRIER
From aquatic weed cutting to sediment pumping, the RP56 changes attachments
to suit the environment.
CUT
Aquatic weed cutting and vegetation management.
COLLECT
Collecting vegetation and floating waste.
UPROOT
Removing invasive plants such as water primrose.
EXCAVATE
Extracting materials.
DREDGE AND PUMP
Pumping sludge and silt.
BUILT FOR DEMANDING WORK.AGILE ON LAND. IN ITS ELEMENT ON WATER.
The RAPTOR RP56 combines hydraulic power, stability and robust construction for work in shallow water, marshes and along banks.
HATZ Stage V engine
43 kW, 3 cylinders, designed for intensive professional use.
Marine-grade aluminium
Durable floats with independent compartments.
Galvanised chassis
Enhanced protection against corrosion and harsh environments.
Amphibious propulsion
Tracks fitted with HDPE paddles for movement on land and in water.
THE RAPTOR’S KEY FEATURES.
Discover what makes the RP56 a robust and versatile amphibious tool carrier.
We designed the RAPTOR with operator comfort in mind.
123456789Floats
InnovationMarine-grade aluminium and a hot-dip galvanised steel chassis.
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Hydraulic arm
InnovationFour cylinders; lifting capacity: 250 kg. The hydraulic arm provides nearly 80 cm of vertical movement, while the quick coupler enables attachments to tilt.
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Operator station
InnovationMovable to adjust weight distribution.
Deck
InnovationNon-slip surface made from 100% recycled HDPE.
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Tracks and paddles
InnovationIntegrated track tensioners requiring no special tools.
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Hull protection
InnovationPontoons protected by recycled HDPE plates on their upper and lower surfaces.
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Easy access
InnovationFour steps built into the pontoons.
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Protective canopy
InnovationHigh-quality canopy fabric for marine use.
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Hatz starter control panel
InnovationCustomisable control panel with optional remote diagnostics.
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AND MORE
Made in France
Locally available spare parts.
HATZ engine
56 hp diesel, Stage V, with original engine controls.
Quick coupler
Quick attachment changes by one person.
Operating time
42 L fuel tank, approximately 12 hours.
Hydraulics
Danfoss pumps, control valves and joystick.
Reliability
Minimal electronics for easier maintenance and greater reliability.
AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT WITH THE RAPTOR
An amphibious tool carrier built to work on water, wet ground and in hard-to-reach areas.
Preserving, restoring and maintaining aquatic environments requires equipment that can work in varied conditions. The RAPTOR supports professionals in aquatic weed cutting, uprooting, dredging, pumping, excavation and remediation.
REACH WHERE YOU NEED TO WORK
Its tracks and buoyancy allow it to travel through water, soft ground, hard-to-reach banks and shallow areas. Its four-cylinder hydraulic arm and quick coupler enable fast attachment changes.
WORK IN SENSITIVE AREAS
Working from the water can reduce the need for machines that damage banks. Every operation must take account of water depth, the bottom, currents, the species present and the site’s ecological sensitivity.
PRESERVE WATER QUALITY
Excessive vegetation, silting, organic matter and waste can disrupt water flow. Work forms part of a programme tailored to the site’s objectives and the timing of the operation.
DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS, DIFFERENT NEEDS
From wetlands to retention basins, the RAPTOR is equipped to suit each environment’s constraints.
WETLANDS AND MARSHES
Control vegetation, maintain water flow and collect plants or waste in areas with soft, low-bearing ground.
RIVERS AND CANALS
Work from the water to remove vegetation, blockages, waste and deposits that obstruct flow.
RESERVOIRS AND BASINS
Pump out sludge for disposal through appropriate channels. The RAPTOR can be lifted by crane using its six lifting rings.
PONDS, WATER BODIES AND LAKES
Cut algae, reeds and aquatic plants, uproot water primrose, pump sludge and mill water lily rhizomes. Gather cut vegetation for collection.
LAGOONS AND WASTEWATER
Reach difficult basins to manage vegetation and pump sludge.
SARGASSUM
Equipped with its rake, the RAPTOR is highly effective at collecting sargassum in the coastal zone and on beaches.
Its low impact on the ground helps limit disturbance to turtle nests.
Sargassum can be unloaded directly into a collection container on the beach.
AN AMPHIBIOUS TOOL CARRIER
The right attachment depends on the environment, the task and the environmental objectives.
Discover the RAPTOR’s main applications.
AN ENGINEERING TEAM THAT LISTENS TO YOUR NEEDS ↗Aquatic weed cutting and plant management
Cutter bars cut algae, reeds and other aquatic plants. The cut vegetation can then be gathered and collected with rakes.
Depending on the attachment fitted, the RAPTOR can also uproot water primrose or shred water lily rhizomes to limit regrowth.
Dredging and sludge pumping
Accumulated silt and organic matter reduce the depth of ponds, canals, lagoons and basins. Equipped with its sludge pump and auger, the RAPTOR extracts sediment from the water and pumps it to a storage, treatment or dewatering area.
Excavation in wet environments
Its backhoe and buckets enable excavation, dredging, digging, sampling and waste collection in hard-to-reach wetlands and aquatic environments. The RAPTOR works where other machines can no longer reach.
Cleaning and remediation
Floating waste, plastics, branches and debris accumulate in ponds, canals, harbours, basins and along banks. A rake or suitable collection attachment gathers and removes them.
Lagoon and treatment basin maintenance
Amphibious mobility and the sludge pump allow direct access to basins affected by vegetation growth and sludge accumulation.
CHANGE THE ATTACHMENT.
CHANGE THE TASK.
CUTTING
Cutter bars
Two models for cutting aquatic vegetation.
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RP 300 cutter bar · 3 m
For cutting aquatic plants at depths of up to 1.70 m. Not recommended for cutting common reed (Phragmites).
Two sets of horizontal and vertical cutting blades. The tapered mounting support has shock-absorbing springs for frontal or lateral impacts and contact with the bottom. A safety shear pin breaks on impact with an obstacle to protect the bar. The assembly connects to the hydraulic arm using a mini-excavator-type quick coupler.
- Width: 3 m
- Maximum depth: 1.70 m
- Weight: 60 kg
RP 200 cutter bar · 2 m
For cutting aquatic plants and common reed (Phragmites).
One pair of horizontal blades. The tapered mounting support has shock-absorbing springs for frontal or lateral impacts and contact with the bottom. A safety shear pin breaks on impact with an obstacle to protect the bar. The assembly connects to the hydraulic arm using a mini-excavator-type quick coupler.
- Width: 2 m
- Maximum depth: 1.80 m
- Weight: 55 kg
COLLECTION
Rakes
For gathering cut vegetation and collecting floating waste.
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RP 350 basket rake
A floating-debris collection basket, 2 m wide, which unfolds to 3.50 m.
Mounted on the hydraulic arm, which offers 80 cm of movement, it tilts to collect and unload onto banks, into a collection container or onto a floating barge. Its tines are bolted to the steel support frame and can be easily removed or replaced. Its full tilting motion allows it to be carried directly on the RAPTOR’s hydraulic arm.
Weight: 45 kg
RP 180 heavy-duty basket rake
The RP 180 is designed for heavy loads such as blockages and logs. Its nine strong tines lift or push these loads.
Mounted on the hydraulic arm, which offers 80 cm of movement, it tilts to collect and unload onto banks, into a collection container or onto a floating barge. Its tines are bolted to the steel support frame and can be easily removed or replaced. Its full tilting motion allows it to be carried directly on the RAPTOR’s hydraulic arm.
Weight: 60 kg
RP 220 basket rake
A floating-debris collection basket, 2 m wide, fitted with aluminium plates to retain small floating material or fine algae.
Mounted on the hydraulic arm, which offers 80 cm of movement, it tilts to collect and unload onto banks, into a collection container or onto a floating barge. Its tines or bars are bolted to the steel support frame and can be easily removed or replaced. Its full tilting motion allows it to be carried directly on the RAPTOR’s hydraulic arm.
Weight: 50 kgDREDGING · RP POMPE
Sludge pump
Pumping sludge and silt with a hydraulic pump fitted with an auger.
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The pump is supplied as a complete, ready-to-install kit. It is operated using the RAPTOR’s joysticks.
- Maximum depth: 1.80 m
- Suction of solid particles up to 7 cm in diameter
- Indicative output: 150 m³/h of clean water at the pump outlet; an average of 75 m³ of sludge at 50 m.
- Actual pumping output depends on sludge concentration, discharge head, hose length and diameter, and site conditions.
- Pump weight: 70 kg
- Discharge: 6 m of semi-rigid spiral hose and 100 m of flexible fire hose, 100 mm in diameter
The pumping package includes the RAPTOR pump and its support, couplings, semi-rigid and flexible discharge hoses, and mounting accessories.
CUTTING
Water lily cutter
Hydraulic cutter for cutting layers of water lily rhizomes.
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- Width: 80 cm
- Maximum depth: 1.60 m
- With optional extension: 1.90 m
- Weight: 60 kg
EXCAVATION
Excavation attachments
The excavator connects to the front of the RAPTOR for excavation work.
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The excavator arm is operated from a panel in front of the operator’s seat. Buckets attach using a mini-excavator-type quick coupler.
- Excavation reach: 6 m
- Excavation depth: 2.20 m
- Arm weight: 250 kg
- Total loaded weight: 325 kg
Hydraulic support legs are available as an option. Connected to the RAPTOR, they stabilise it on the water.
MB 1700 excavator and accessories
- MB-B 30L bucket: 30 litres
- MB-B 50L bucket: 50 litres, 60 cm wide
- MB-M 60 ditch-cleaning bucket: 90 cm wide
- MB-BENNE grab bucket: not included in the offer
EQUIPMENT
Your configuration
A machine configured for your tasks and operating conditions.
Contact us →TRANSPORT AND TRAILER.
The RAPTOR is transported between work sites on a trailer suited to its dimensions and weight. Two key steps: position the machine, then check that it is secured before departure.
The RAPTOR is positioned on the trailer before preparing for the journey.
The machine is secured and checked before every journey.
The 8 lifting rings allow the RAPTOR to be placed in areas it cannot reach on its tracks.
MATERIALS CHOSEN TO LAST.
The RAPTOR combines strong, durable materials with replaceable components to extend its service life and limit its environmental impact. Its design prioritises recycled and recyclable materials while making maintenance and replacement of wear parts easier.
Recycled HDPE protective plates, marine-grade aluminium pontoons and a galvanised steel chassis are designed to withstand aquatic environments and demanding site conditions. This approach helps reduce waste, supports material recovery and promotes more sustainable use of the RAPTOR.
Protects the pontoons against impacts and track abrasion.
Corrosion-resistant pontoons whose materials can be recovered at the end of their service life.
A protected chassis for a long service life.
THE MACHINE IN DETAIL.
Dimensions, engine, structure and equipment.
RAPTOR RP56 AMPHIBIOUS TOOL CARRIER TECHNICAL DATA
Engine and propulsion
- Engine
- HATZ 3H50 TICD Stage V, liquid-cooled diesel, 3 cylinders, 43 kW (56 hp) at 2,800 rpm; displacement: 1.463 L; particulate filter.
- Propulsion
- Tracks fitted with HDPE paddles; 2 OMS 160 cm³ hydraulic motors with counterbalance valves.
- Travel speed
- 0 to 100 m/min.
- Indicative fuel consumption
- 4.5 L/h; diesel tank: 42 L; approximately 10 to 12 hours of operation.
Structure and buoyancy
- Chassis
- Hot-dip galvanised steel; chassis height: 1,050 mm.
- Pontoons
- Marine-grade aluminium pontoons divided into two watertight compartments, with bilge pumps and non-return valves.
- Protection
- HDPE plates on the upper and lower surfaces exposed to track friction.
Dimensions and weight
- Length
- 4.81 m
- Width
- 2.06 m
- Height
- 1.93 m
- Weight
- 1,620 kg
Hydraulics and electrics
- Hydraulic system
- Danfoss load-sensing piston pump; 6 push-pull connections (4 at the front, 2 at the rear); oil cooler.
- Hydraulic pressure
- 175 bar.
- Hydraulic tank
- 70 L; Total Biohydran biodegradable oil; return filter and desiccant air breather.
- Electrical system
- 12 V; 45 A generator; 65 Ah battery.
Operation and controls
- Front arm
- Four cylinders, semi-automatic mini-excavator-type coupler and 250 kg lifting capacity.
- Operator station
- Adjustable seat with armrests; stainless-steel canopy frame with high-quality marine fabric; hydraulically adjustable operator station.
- Controls and safety
- Hydrostatic control via two adjustable joysticks; main battery isolator and operator-presence sensor that stops attachments when the operator leaves the seat.
- Dashboard
- Watertight Hatz control panel with key ignition, temperature and hydraulic alerts, hour meter, fuel gauge, engine adjustment, USB and cigarette-lighter sockets; optional remote diagnostics.
- Equipment
- Two LED work lights, rear light, audible warning device (horn), toolbox and fire extinguisher.
THE RAPTOR
BEYOND BORDERS.
The RAPTOR is distributed in France by Valemar. Our partner network supports professionals close to their work sites.
Colombia · France · Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina
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