The Special Products Division custom-build engines for demanding end-users including the RNLI, UK MoD, HM Coastguard and most other professional rescue organisations.

In 2004, the UK MoD awarded Barrus a long term contract for the supply, overhaul and repair of all outboard engines, Yanmar and Seatek inboard diesel engines and related post design services and in-service support.

Barrus has designed, developed and delivered a multi fuel 50hp outboard trial engine under licence for the UK MoD, capable of running on four NATO fuels, NATO F34 AVTUR (JP8), NATO F44 AVCAT (JP5), NATO F67 (Gasoline – unleaded) and NATO F76 (Diesel – Naval).

Barrus also leads the field in the development of Post Immersion Restart Engines for use in rescue and military operations. The unique, patented FAST PIRS^TM system enables an engine to be restarted after complete submersion within just 40 seconds. This entails evacuating all the water from the cylinder head, transfer ports and fuel system.

Barrus supplies Mariner outboards to the entire RNLI fleet of inshore inflatable lifeboats. A Yanmar diesel powered salt-water salvage pump is also an integral part of the RNLI all-weather lifeboat fleet.

HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopters use a salvage water pump and fluid pump as part of their on-board rescue equipment.

Barrus has designed, proven and patented a comprehensive range of accessories to enhance operational tasks including:

Outboard Propeller Guards
Jet Drives from 20 to 250hp
Transit Frames
Engine Lifting Harness
Umbilical Tube
Rotationally Cast Fuel Tanks
Waterproof Hour Meters
Reversible Carrying Handles
High Integrity Power Supply (HIPS)

Should you require further information or you have a specific project you would like to discuss, please contact;

Maxine Evans
Special Products Division
Tel: 01869 363682
Email: maxine.evans@barrus.co.uk

For non-military rescue organisations - please read this downloadable pdf leaflet:

Barrus Emergency & Rescue Products.