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High Head Water Pumps

Our high head water pumps are designed to lift water over significant vertical distances or push it across long horizontal runs, generating the high pressure needed for shafts, wells, boreholes, irrigation systems and pressure boosting.

 The range covers submersible borehole pumps with head heights from 20m up to 90m, plus surface mounted centrifugal and multi-stage pumps for above-ground installations. 

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    Tsurumi HS contractor pump manual
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    Tsurumi HS Submersible Site Drainage Water Pump

    • Excellent wear resistance to sand and silt
    • Contractor pumps
    • Ideal for site drainage
    Tsurumi Pumps

    Tsurumi HS Series – Reliable Submersible Drainage Pumps for Tough Site Conditions The Tsurumi HS Series, manufactured by Tsurumi Pumps is one of th...

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    Speroni AKM60 Self-Priming Peripheral Pump - Efficient and Compact Water Pump
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    Speroni AKM60 Self Priming Peripheral Pump

    • Compact self-priming peripheral pump
    • Self-priming
    • Max suction lift: 7 metres
    • 230V single-phase
    • Not WRAS approved (non-potable use only)
    Speroni

    Speroni AKM60 Peripheral Pump | Self Priming Volumetric Pump for Domestic Pressure Systems The Speroni AKM60 is a self priming volumetric periph...

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    Speroni KF(M) - KP(M) Industrial Peripheral Pump by Flood and Water Pumps
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    Speroni CMX Single-Stage Centrifugal Surface Pump (230V)

    • Stainless centrifugal, 230V single-phase
    • Not self-priming (requires flooded suction or foot valve)
    • Max suction lift: 7 metres (with foot valve)
    • Stainless steel 304 wet end for light chemicals
    • Not WRAS approved (non-potable use only)
    Speroni

    Speroni CMX Stainless Steel Centrifugal Pump | Single Impeller Surface Pump for Irrigation and Pressurisation The Speroni CMX is a single impeller ...

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    APP KHL-20 Submersible Water Pump - High Head

    • High head (25m)
    • Suitable for clean and dirty water
    • Powerful motor
    APP

    APP KHL-20 Submersible Water Pump – High‑Head Industrial Pump for Clean & Dirty Water The APP KHL-20 submersible water pump is a robust, high‑p...

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  • Acuatec borehole and well water pump next to a well
    Umbra Pompe Acuatec Submersible Well Borehole Pump (5 Inch) by Flood and Water Pumps
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    Umbra Pompe Acuatec Submersible Well Borehole Pump (5 inch)

    • Balanced 5” borehole pump for pressure and flow
    • Versatile option for most installations
    • Manual or float switch versions available
    • Ideal for irrigation and general water supply
    Umbra Pompe

    5” Borehole Pump for Balanced Pressure and Flow The All-Round Balanced Option for Most Borehole Installations The Acuatec is a 5 inch submersible b...

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    Divertron Submersible Well Water Pumps | Automatic Start Stop Electronics

    • Automatic pump with built-in electronics
    • Starts and stops with taps or hose use
    • No external controller required
    • Ideal for irrigation and water supply
    Flood Protection Solutions

    Divertron Submersible Well Pump | Automatic Multi-Stage Pump for Wells, Tanks and Rainwater Systems The DAB Divertron is a 6 inch electronic multi-...

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    Umbra Pompe Acuasystem 2AL Rainwater Submersible Pump
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    Umbra Pompe Acuasystem 2AL Rainwater Submersible Pump

    • Submersible or surface rainwater pump system
    • Ideal for tanks and rainwater harvesting
    • Optional floating suction for cleaner water intake
    • Manual or float switch versions available
    Umbra Pompe

    Umbra Pompe Acuasystem 2AL | Multi-Stage Rainwater Pump for Tank and Harvesting Systems Designed for Clean Water Systems and Tank Installations Unl...

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  • Acuasub well borehole water pump on side of a well
    Baby Battery Submersible Water Pump - Umbra Pompe Bilge Pump by Flood and Water Pumps - Compact, Portable Pump for Efficient Water Removal.
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    Umbra Pompe Acuasub Submersible Well Borehole Pump (4 inch)

    • High pressure 4” borehole pump for deeper wells
    • Manual pump with external control
    • Handles clean water with light solids
    • Designed for fixed installations
    Umbra Pompe

    4” Borehole Pump for Higher Pressure and Deeper Installations Step Up from Entry-Level Borehole Pumps The Acuasub is a 4 inch submersible borehole ...

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    Umbra Pompe Acuabig Submersible Borehole Pump
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    Umbra Pompe Acuabig Submersible Well Borehole Pump (5 inch)

    • High flow 5” borehole pump with 2” outlet
    • Designed for moving larger volumes of water
    • Manual or float switch versions available
    • Ideal for irrigation and agricultural use
    Umbra Pompe

    5” Borehole Pump with 2” Outlet for Maximum Flow Highest Flow Option in the Well and Borehole Pump Range The Acuabig is a 5 inch submersible boreho...

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    silver 4in borehole and well water pump
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    Umbra Pompe Eurojet Submersible Well Borehole Pumps (4inch)

    • Entry-level 4” borehole pump for domestic and agricultural use
    • High pressure pump for irrigation and supply
    • Manual or float switch options available
    • Simple and reliable design
    Umbra Pompe

    Umbra Pompe Eurojet Submersible Borehole Pump | 4 Inch Multi Stage Pump for Wells and Boreholes The Umbra Pompe Eurojet is a 4 inch multi stage sub...

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    Speroni Cutty Industrial Sewage Pump
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    Speroni Cutty Grinder Sewage Pump

    • Grinder pump for sewage pumping stations
    • Two sizes: Cutty 200 (1.5kW) or Cutty 250 (1.85kW)
    • 230V single-phase or 400V three-phase
    • Cuts and pumps sewage, soft solids, and shreddable fibres
    • Designed for long distances through small-bore pipe
    Speroni

    Submersible grinder pump for pumping sewage long distances through small-bore pipe. The Cutty is a submersible grinder pump built for sewage stat...

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  • Speroni RA(M) Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps
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    Speroni RA(M) Horizontal Self-Priming Multistage Pump

    • Self-priming multistage pump for irrigation
    • Max suction lift: 7 metres (with foot valve)
    • Optional pressure controller
    • 230V single-phase (RAM) or 400V three-phase (RA)
    • Not WRAS approved (non-potable use only)
    Speroni

    Self-priming multistage pump for garden water supply and rainwater pressurisation where the source is below the pump. The RA and RAM are multi-stag...

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  • Speroni KF(M) - KP(M) Industrial Peripheral Pump by Flood and Water Pumps
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    Speroni CTX Single-Stage Centrifugal Surface Pump (400V Three-Phase)

    • Stainless centrifugal, 400V three-phase
    • Not self-priming (requires flooded suction or foot valve)
    • Max suction lift: 7 metres (with foot valve)
    • Stainless steel 304 for light chemicals
    • Not WRAS approved (non-potable use only)
    Speroni

    The three-phase version of the CMX, more efficient on continuous duty where 400V supply is available. The CTX is the 400V three-phase version of th...

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    Speroni KF(M) - KP(M) Industrial Peripheral Pump
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    Speroni KP(M) Industrial Peripheral Pump

    • Cast iron peripheral for light industrial use
    • Not self-priming (requires flooded suction or foot valve)
    • Max suction lift: 7 metres (with foot valve)
    • 230V single-phase, two models available
    • Not WRAS approved (non-potable use only)
    Speroni

    Cast iron peripheral pump for light industrial circulation and boosting. The Speroni Pumps KP(M) range are cast iron peripheral pumps for light ind...

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    Tsurumi TEF TEW Petrol High Pressure Pump

    • Honda OHV petrol engine
    • High pressure water pump
    • Can be used for firefighting, agriculture and waste dust suppression
    Tsurumi Pumps

    TSURUMI are the manufacturers of the TES.TEW engine driven series of pumps. Fuelled by petrol, these are high head pumps that are powered by OHV Ho...

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  • Tsurumi NK High Head Submersible Water Pump
    Tsurumi NK High Head Submersible Water Pump
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    Tsurumi NK High Head Submersible Water Pump

    • Fantastic performance in harsh conditions
    • High-performance motor
    • Can pump high volumes
    Tsurumi Pumps

    Single-Phase High-Head Submersible Drainage Pump for Large Flows at Depth The Tsurumi NK is a single-phase submersible drainage pump designed to de...

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What is Pump Head?

Head is the maximum height of a vertical column of water that a pump can support if there were no other losses in the system, measured in metres. It is the technical term for the vertical lift a pump can achieve, and it is directly related to pressure. The greater the head, the higher the pressure the pump can generate, which is why high head pumps are sometimes called high pressure pumps.

Working Out the Head You Need

The head you need depends on the vertical lift, the horizontal pipe run, and the bends, valves and fittings in the system. To take the guesswork out of this calculation, use our Water Pump Performance Calculator. Enter your distances and pipe details and it will tell you the minimum head required for your application, so you can choose the right pump with confidence.

Submersible vs Surface High Head Pumps

The right type depends on where the water source is and how the system is configured. Our submersible borehole range covers wells, boreholes and shafts, while our selection of Speroni surface pumps covers above-ground pressure boosting, irrigation and water transfer applications.

Pump Type Best For Typical Head Range
Submersible borehole Deep wells, boreholes, shafts, drawing water from depth 20m to 90m
Surface centrifugal Pressure boosting, irrigation, water transfer above ground Up to 60m
Surface multi-stage High pressure for clean water boosting and small flows Up to 80m

Why High Head Pumps Look Different

High head pumps achieve their lift by stacking multiple impellers in series inside the pump body, with each impeller adding to the overall pressure. This is why high head submersible pumps are noticeably longer and narrower than standard submersibles, and why surface multi-stage pumps have a distinct elongated housing. Flow rate and head behave inversely on the same pump (higher head means lower flow at that point on the curve), so always check the pump curve at your required duty point rather than relying on headline figures alone.

Common Applications

  • Boreholes and wells for domestic, agricultural or commercial water supply
  • Irrigation systems where water must reach distant fields or elevated tanks
  • Rainwater harvesting and tank pressure boosting
  • Lifting water from basements, shafts or deep sumps to ground level
  • Mains water pressure boosting in buildings
  • Fountain features requiring significant head

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