
Lightweight Hydro & Air Excavator
GapVax VHX SeriesWeight-conscious hydrovac
Optimum weight distribution for Bridge Law states, a 15,000 lb payload and a 12′ 2″ low profile make the VHX an all-around hydro excavation truck that is ready for anything.
Hydro or air, winter or summer

Weight no more
Optimum weight distribution for Bridge Law states. A 15,000 lb payload and a 12′ 2″ low profile make the VHX road legal and ready for all-around hydro excavation.

True wet or dry
Single-mode wet/dry filtration: ultra-efficient centrifugal cyclones and a baghouse with 21 snap-ring filter bags. Dig with water, or add the 200 CFM compressor and dig with air.

Built for the operator
An 8″ tube-in-tube boom with 22′ of reach and a 15° downward pivot, a 7.5 yard body that dumps past 45° and a full opening tailgate with field-adjustable locks.
VHX at a glance
A versatile, weight-conscious hydrovac that fits most fleets.
Two ways to dig
Hydro excavation uses pressurized water; air excavation uses compressed air when water is not available or not ideal for the soil.
- Potholing and daylighting utilities
- Slot trenching
- Locates around buried lines
- Winter work with the heated cabinet option
What the warranty covers
GapVax warrants the VHX Series against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from delivery. Jet Line is your GapVax service location and files every claim for you.
Chassis is covered by the chassis manufacturer’s own warranty. GapVax completes the chassis warranty registration before the truck ships, so coverage is in place on day one. Freight on warranty parts is the buyer’s.
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Common questions
What makes the VHX different from the VHE?
The VHX is GapVax’s weight-conscious hydrovac: a 15,000 lb payload and 12′ 2″ low profile balanced for Bridge Law states, with optional air excavation.
Can the VHX dig with air?
Yes. An optional 200 CFM air compressor lets you dig when water isn’t available or ideal.
Can our city buy a VHX on contract?
Yes. GapVax is a Sourcewell awarded contract (#021726-GPV) and on the Minnesota State Contract.
What warranty comes with the GapVax VHX Series?
GapVax warrants the VHX Series against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from delivery. Jet Line is your GapVax service location and files every claim for you. The chassis, engine and pump also carry their own makers’ warranties.
Do you take trade-ins?
Yes, any brand, running or not. Send us the year, make, model and hours.
Ready to spec your VHX?
Tell us the work and we’ll spec the right build.






