Every day, hundreds of millions of people still carry water by hand.
The EcoRoller is a simple idea with a much bigger purpose: changing the way the world moves water.
An EcoRoller is basically a re-invented wheelbarrow designed to transport 70 litres (18 gallons) of water
It’s made from Virgin Medium Density Polyethylene, making it safe for water and food storage
An EcoRoller requires no training, and the benefits are immediate. It is virtually maintenance free with a lifespan of 4-6 years
The large threaded fill cap allows for easy filling, cleaning, and storage.
The roller’s bevelled ends allows it to be easily tilted to an upright position for access and storage
The steel handle is fitted with indestructible polyurethane bearings- they never wear out
The roller is made from one solid piece of UV-safe plastic. There are no seams or welds making it extremely durable
A fitting in the center of the fill cap is designed for drip irrigation
Carry more water with fewer trips to the source.
Engineered for smooth movement over varied terrain.
Built tough for the demands of daily use.
Designed for moving water across Africa.
Tilt the EcoRoller upright and unscrew the fill cap.
Fill with up to 70 litres of water and secure the cap.
Push or pull the EcoRoller to where it’s needed.
Use the water wherever you need it.
The EcoRoller is a practical solution for moving water where it is needed.
The EcoRoller grew out of years of experience helping African families move water from the source to their homes. That work gave us first-hand insight into how rolling water can reduce the physical burden of carrying it — and where the design could be improved.
The EcoRoller is the result of that experience: a purpose-built, proprietary product developed for the realities of everyday water transport across Africa. Water Rollers Africa brings the EcoRoller to households, farms, organisations and businesses across South Africa.
Manufactured in South Africa by EcoTanks
Backed by a two-year warranty.
View warranty details →
The EcoRoller costs R2,100 + VAT, which is R2,415 including VAT
Yes. Free delivery is included within South Africa only. Allow approximately 2–3 weeks for delivery.
Outside South Africa? Contact us for an international shipping quote. International delivery is handled separately and is not included in the South African price.
Yes. You can select your required quantity when ordering. For larger farm, group or organisational orders, use Request a Quote for volume pricing.
Yes. The current technical specification states a 2-year warranty. Replacement parts including the handle, bushings, fill cap and centre cap are also available.
R2,100 + VAT
R2,415 Incl. VAT
Free shipping in South Africa.
Standard delivery — 2–3 weeks.
70-litre manually operated water roller
Nominal capacity
Empty assembled weight
Drum size
Warranty
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Body material | Virgin Medium Density Polyethylene |
| Manufacturing process | Roto-moulded |
| Average wall thickness | Approx. 5–6 mm |
| Water suitability | Food-grade virgin material |
| UV stabilisation | UV-stabilised material; technical specification states 8 years in full sun |
| Expected working life | Approx. 4–6 years depending on terrain and use |
| Temperature tolerance | -50°C to 80°C |
| Manufacturing standard | Manufactured in a factory stated as ISO 9001:2014 |
Product life depends on terrain, frequency of use and operating conditions.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 70 litres / 18.5 gallons |
| Drum diameter | 480 mm |
| Drum width | 540 mm |
| Overall height with handle | 1,260 mm |
| Overall width with handle | 695 mm |
| Empty assembled weight | Approx. 8.2 kg / 18 lb |
| Approx. filled weight | 78.2 kg / 172 lb |
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Handle material | 20 mm mild-steel tubing |
| Finish | Electrogalvanized and plated |
| Tube size | 20 mm diameter × 2 mm wall thickness |
| Handle size | Approx. 1,020 mm high × 690 mm wide |
| Attachment | Clicks into two locating holes |
| Bush material | Transparent TPU |
| Intended operation | Push or pull by hand |
The EcoRoller is designed for manual push/pull use only. It should not be attached to a quad bike, tractor, truck or other vehicle.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Main filling cap | 140 mm diameter, coarse thread |
| Cap material | Food-grade injection-moulded polypropylene |
| Seal | Food-grade PVC |
| Centre fitting | 28 mm bottle-cap thread |
| Replacement compatibility | Compatible with standard available bottle caps |
| Drip-irrigation use | Centre fitting is designed to support drip-irrigation add-ons |
| Recommended adaptor | 15 mm male-to-female ball valve |
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Recommended terrain | Suitable for general everyday terrain |
| Limitation | Not ideal for very wet or muddy terrain |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Replacement parts | Handle, bushings, fill cap and centre cap may be available |
| Basic maintenance | Keep bushings, taps and lids clean |
