Designed specifically for commercial users, inland waterways and applications requiring emission compliant engines, the Mariner, 4-stroke, 20hp outboard engine has been fully modified by Barrus to run on LPG. The engine runs from a single bottle and weighs just 53kg. This engine will be available for trial and will feature on the pontoons at Seawork as part of Barrus’ demonstration fleet. There will also be a range of commercial 2-stroke carburettor engines on show.

A diesel powered saltwater pump will be on show, which is an integral part of the RNLI all weather lifeboat fleet. Powered by Yanmar, the pump has a maximum flow of 175GPM and weighs just 37kg.

Utilised by the HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopters is a 2” trash pump designed with a lightweight, air portable frame that can be used for salvage, fire fighting and general pumping. The pump weighs just 48kg and has a maximum flow of 170 GPM.

Barrus is constantly designing, developing and improving the operation and performance of their products to keep in the forefront of rescue technology. The Special Products Division of E. P. Barrus Ltd is a dedicated team set up to design and develop custom built engines and accessories to meet the specific operational requirements of its professional customers. The team has the experience and knowledge to solve the stringent requirements and applications of specialist organisations including professional rescue services, the military and other government and commercial organisations.

Also on show will be a representative range of Shire workboat engines and John Deere engines from 50hp to 610hp plus Yanmar marine diesel engines from 10hp to 480hp. A selection of Mariner and Mercury 4-stroke outboard engines from 2.5hp to 300hp and OptiMax engines from 75hp to 225hp will also be on display.

The Barrus demonstration fleet featuring a number of engine applications will be on the Seawork floating pontoon directly opposite the main Barrus stand on the quayside.