---
title: Heavy duty compact safer direct drive reel system - Pit Bull™
description: Heavy-duty compact hose reels provided by Reel Tech, with unique direct drive reel system and additional safety features and measures for operators.
image: https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Heavy%20duty%20compact%20safer%20direct%20drive%20reel%20system2.jpg
---
[](https://reeltech.com.au/)
[](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5864368/b55da945-4467-4894-8d79-559e60f0e053)
-
- [Reels By Industry](https://reeltech.com.au/hose-reels-per-industry/)
- - [Aviation](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/aviation-hose-reels/)
- [Communications / Audio & Video](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/communications-audio-and-video-reels/)
- [Firefighting & Rescue](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/firefighting-rescue-hose-reels/)
- - [Food & Beverage Processing](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/food-beverage-processing/)
- [Fuel Delivery LP Gas](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/fuel-delivery-lp-gas-hose-reels/)
- [Industrial](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/industrial-hose-reels/)
- - [Maritime, Floater & Boom](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/marine-maritime/)
- [Military, Defence & Government](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/military-defence-and-government-reels/)
- [Mining](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/mining-hose-reels/)
- - [Power Utilities](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/utilities-hose-reels/)
- [Sewer & Jetting – High Pressure Cleaning Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/sewer-jetting-high-pressure-cleaning-hose-reels/)
- [Transportation – Fleet](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/transportation-fleets-hose-reels/)
- [Turf Care & Grounds Maintenance](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/turf-care-grounds-maintenance-hose-reels/)
- [Reel By Product Range](https://reeltech.com.au/our-brands/)
- - [Hannay Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/hannay-hose-reels/)
- [Pit Bull™ Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/)
- - [Fire Dog™ Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/fire-dog-hose-reels/)
- [Reel Tuff™ Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/reeltuff-hose-reels/)
- - [CIP Tank Cleaning Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/cip-tank-cleaning-hose-reels/)
- [Accessories](https://reeltech.com.au/hose-reel-accessories/)
- - [Rewind Speed ControlSafe-R-Reel](https://reeltech.com.au/product/safe-r-reel/)
- [Auto De-clutchingEzi Deploy™](https://reeltech.com.au/product/ezi-deploy/)
- - [Auto Hose LayeringFlat Winder](https://reeltech.com.au/product/flat-winder/)
- [Swivelling Hose GuideFollow Me](https://reeltech.com.au/product/follow-me-hose-guide/)
- [Wireless Remote controlReel-In-Control](https://reeltech.com.au/product/reel-in-control-remote-control/)
- [Literature](https://reeltech.com.au/literature/)
- [Latest News](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/)
- [Case Studies](https://reeltech.com.au/case-studies/)
- [Enquiry Form](https://info.reeltech.com.au/reel-application-intake-form?)
- [Contact Us](https://reeltech.com.au/contact-us/)
[](https://reeltech.com.au/)
- [HomeHome](https://reeltech.com.au/)
- [Hose Reels Per Industry](https://reeltech.com.au/hose-reels-per-industry/)
- [Aviation](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/aviation-hose-reels/)
- [Communications / Audio & Video](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/communications-audio-and-video-reels/)
- [Firefighting & Rescue](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/firefighting-rescue-hose-reels/)
- [Food & Beverage Processing](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/food-beverage-processing/)
- [Fuel Delivery LP Gas](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/fuel-delivery-lp-gas-hose-reels/)
- [Industrial](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/industrial-hose-reels/)
- [Maritime, Floater & Boom](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/marine-maritime/)
- [Military, Defence & Government](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/military-defence-and-government-reels/)
- [Mining](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/mining-hose-reels/)
- [Power Utilities](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/utilities-hose-reels/)
- [Sewer & Jetting – High Pressure Cleaning Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/sewer-jetting-high-pressure-cleaning-hose-reels/)
- [Transportation – Fleet](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/transportation-fleets-hose-reels/)
- [Turf Care & Grounds Maintenance](https://reeltech.com.au/product-category/turf-care-grounds-maintenance-hose-reels/)
- [Accessories](https://reeltech.com.au/hose-reel-accessories/)
- [Rewind Speed ControlSafe-R-Reel](https://reeltech.com.au/product/safe-r-reel/)
- [Auto De-clutchingEzi Deploy™](https://reeltech.com.au/product/ezi-deploy/)
- [Auto Hose LayeringFlat Winder](https://reeltech.com.au/product/flat-winder/)
- [Swivelling Hose GuideFollow Me](https://reeltech.com.au/product/follow-me-hose-guide/)
- [Wireless Remote controlReel-In-Control](https://reeltech.com.au/product/reel-in-control-remote-control/)
- [Product Range](https://reeltech.com.au/our-brands/)
- [Hannay Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/hannay-hose-reels/)
- [Pit Bull™ Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/)
- [Fire Dog™ Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/fire-dog-hose-reels/)
- [Reel Tuff™ Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/reeltuff-hose-reels/)
- [CIP Tank Cleaning Hose Reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/cip-tank-cleaning-hose-reels/)
- [Case Studies](https://reeltech.com.au/case-studies/)
- [Blog](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/)
- [Intake Form](https://info.reeltech.com.au/reel-application-intake-form?)
- [Contact](https://reeltech.com.au/contact-us/)
# Reel Tech - Knowledge Base
[Home](https://reeltech.com.au/) » [Reel Tech - Knowledge Base](https://blog.reeltech.com.au) » Heavy duty compact safer direct drive reel system - Pit Bull™
[](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system)
[Previous](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-remote-controlled-hose-reels-for-turf-and-roadside-care) [Next](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/case-study-custom-reel-solution-removes-operational-bottleneck-improves-site-safety)
## Heavy duty compact safer direct drive reel system - Pit Bull™
The [Pit Bull™](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/) is a world-patented, all Australian designed and made direct drive hose reel, that combines unmatched flexibility in size and capacity, that incorporates a unique safer direct drive gearbox that assists towards a safe rewind speed.
The newly expanded range is now available to suit the most common hose sizes from 1/4” to 2” I.D.
**Australian designed & manufactured - Exported ****Globally**
The unique, Australian designed and made gearbox and drive mechanism is extremely compact, eliminating the need for an external gearbox. The “No sprocket, no chain” design makes it one of the most reliable and safest reels available.
**Quick Hub technology adapts reel to all hose sizes **
The patented Quick Change Hub technology means that a [Pit Bull™ reel](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/) can be changed to suit various hose sizes and diameters in minutes.
**Multi-Positional frame mount base**
[Pit Bull™](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/) Multi-Positional mounting allows the reel to be easily mounted and adapted to many pre-existing footprints, for both retrofit or new installation.
**Hot dip galvanised & stainless steel hose guide**
All [Pit Bull™ reels](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/) feature standard full hot dip galvanizing to all frame and disc components along with a stainless steel hose guide and fasteners for maximum corrosion protection.
Available with optional colour coded decals, or lightweight aluminum construction.
**Heavy-Duty & modular**
The [Pit Bull™ reels heavy duty](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/), modular construction can be used on all indoor, underground, outdoor and mobile applications. The [Pit Bull™](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/) can be shipped complete or in knock-down form for easy assembly, which saves on freight.
**Choose a motor drive that suits you**
A plethora of motor options which utilise the torque advantages and safer rewind speed of the standard gearbox include air, hydraulic, electric 12/24VDC and manually cranked rewind.
**Change riser hub sizes In minutes **
Optional stainless steel fluid path (riser, hub & swivel) available upon request to suit aggressive or corrosive fluids.
*Pit Bull™ - Worldclass Mining Hose Reels (customised for customer needs)*
**Sizes to suit all works**
The [Pit Bull™ direct drive](https://reeltech.com.au/product/pit-bull-hose-reels/)series of reels are now available in the widest range of hose capacity to suit various capacity and space requirements.
New ultra-narrow design is now available for smaller capacity or limited space requirements such as in workshops, service trucks and mine processes.
Also available is the ultra-wide design. The ultra-wide design is the widest direct drive ‘Safety Reel' on the market.
*Have a question? We're here to help.*
[](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5864368/b55da945-4467-4894-8d79-559e60f0e053)
*We take pride in providing excellent service and support.*
By [Waynard](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/author/waynard) | September 30th, 2022 | [Hose Reels - Cable - Industrial](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/hose-reels-cable-industrial), [Hose Reels - Mining - Quarry](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/hose-reels-mining-quarry), [Reel Tech](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/reel-tech)
#### Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!
[Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system) [Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system&text=Heavy%20duty%20compact%20safer%20direct%20drive%20reel%20system%20-%20Pit%20Bull™) [LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system) [Whatsapp](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system) Google+ [Email](mailto:?body=https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system)
### Written by [Waynard](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/author/waynard)
Waynard Yuzon is Manager, Engineered Solutions & Divisional Sales Manager at Spray Nozzle Engineering and Reel Tech. Based in our Melbourne Office, Waynard has a strong engineering background and has been at the forefront of a range of custom projects spanning multiple industries.
## Related Posts
- [Hannay Reel Spare Parts: Keeping Mining Operations Running](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hannay-reel-spare-parts-keeping-mining-operations-running-without-the-downtime)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/header_Hannay%20Reel%20Spare%20Parts-%20Keeping%20Mining%20Operations%20Running%20Without%20the%20Downtime%20copy.webp)
#### [Hannay Reel Spare Parts: Keeping Mining Operations Running](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hannay-reel-spare-parts-keeping-mining-operations-running-without-the-downtime)
- [Same-Week Dispatch: Urgent Hose Reels Keep NSW Mining Maintenance Online](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/delivering-robust-hose-reels-for-the-nsw-mining-sector)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Hero_Delivering%20Robust%20Hose%20Reels%20for%20the%20NSW%20Mining%20Sector.webp)
#### [Same-Week Dispatch: Urgent Hose Reels Keep NSW Mining Maintenance Online](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/delivering-robust-hose-reels-for-the-nsw-mining-sector)
- [Why Use Reels for Nitrogen Tyre Inflation?](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/why-use-reels-for-nitrogen-tire-inflation)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Mining%20Wheel_reel.webp)
#### [Why Use Reels for Nitrogen Tyre Inflation?](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/why-use-reels-for-nitrogen-tire-inflation)
- [Hoses - The hidden hazard under your feet.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hoses-the-hidden-hazard-under-your-feet)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/BLOG_RT_Hoses%20-%20The%20hidden%20hazard%20under%20your%20feet..webp)
#### [Hoses - The hidden hazard under your feet.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hoses-the-hidden-hazard-under-your-feet)
- [Even more reasons why you need a quality hose reel!](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/even-more-reasons-why-you-need-a-quality-hose-reel)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/230510_SNE_%E2%9C%8D%EF%B8%8F%20Even%20more%20reasons%20why%20you%20need%20a%20quality%20hose%20reel.webp)
#### [Even more reasons why you need a quality hose reel!](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/even-more-reasons-why-you-need-a-quality-hose-reel)
- [Properly store your hose!](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/properly-store-your-hose)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/230510_SNE_Properly%20store%20your%20hose%20copy.webp)
#### [Properly store your hose!](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/properly-store-your-hose)
- [Even Heavy-Duty reels need a bit of TLC](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/even-heavy-duty-reels-need-a-bit-of-tlc)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Hannay_Mantainance.webp)
#### [Even Heavy-Duty reels need a bit of TLC](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/even-heavy-duty-reels-need-a-bit-of-tlc)
- [Learn about Hannay's wide range of Communications reels.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/️-learn-about-hannays-wide-range-of-communications-reels)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/header_Learn%20about%20Hannays%20wide%20range%20of%20Communications%20reels-1.webp)
#### [Learn about Hannay's wide range of Communications reels.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/️-learn-about-hannays-wide-range-of-communications-reels)
- [Why investing in quality hose reels from Reel Tech is worth it.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/why-investing-in-quality-hose-reels-from-reel-tech-is-worth-it)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/BLOG_SNE_AU_Why%20investing%20in%20quality%20hose%20reels%20from%20Reel%20Tech%20is%20worth%20it.webp)
#### [Why investing in quality hose reels from Reel Tech is worth it.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/why-investing-in-quality-hose-reels-from-reel-tech-is-worth-it)
- [A Beginners Guide To Reels: How to pick the right hose reel for you.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/a-beginners-guide-to-reels-how-to-pick-the-right-hose-reel-for-you)
[Gallery](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Stainless_reel_food_Beverage_header.jpg)
#### [A Beginners Guide To Reels: How to pick the right hose reel for you.](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/a-beginners-guide-to-reels-how-to-pick-the-right-hose-reel-for-you)
### Subscribe to our blog here!
### Recent Posts
### Posts by Tag
- [Hose Reels - Cable - Industrial (12)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/hose-reels-cable-industrial)
- [Hose Reels - Mining - Quarry (12)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/hose-reels-mining-quarry)
- [Reel Tech (11)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/reel-tech)
- [custom hose and cable reels (2)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/custom-hose-and-cable-reels)
- [Hose Reels - Agriculture (1)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/hose-reels-agriculture)
- [Hose Reels - Fire (1)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/hose-reels-fire)
- [firefighting hose reels (1)](https://blog.reeltech.com.au/tag/firefighting-hose-reels)
See all
#### Hose Reel Safety
- [About Us](https://reeltech.com.au/about/)
- [Contact Us](https://reeltech.com.au/contact-us/)
- [Our Brands](https://reeltech.com.au/our-brands/)
- [Hose Reel Accessories](https://reeltech.com.au/hose-reel-accessories/)
- [Literature](https://reeltech.com.au/literature/)
- [News](https://reeltech.com.au/news/)
#### New Zealand – Hamilton
532C Grey Street Hamilton East 3216
Phone: +64 7 839 6444
Mobile: 0800 669 953
Fax: +64 (07) 839 6445
Email: [sales@reeltech.co.nz](mailto:sales@reeltech.co.nz)
#### New Zealand – Hamilton
532C Grey Street Hamilton East 3216
Phone: +64 7 839 6444
Mobile: 0800 669 953
Fax: +64 (07) 839 6445
Email: [sales@reeltech.co.nz](mailto:sales@reeltech.co.nz)
#### Australia – Melbourne
1-8/27 Shearson Crescent, Mentone VIC 3194
Phone: (03) 9583 2368
Mobile: 1800 REELIN
Fax: +61 (03) 9585 0218
Email: [sales@reeltech.com.au](mailto:sales@reeltech.com.au)
Copyright - 2018 Reel Tech | All Rights Reserved | A division of [Spray Nozzle Engineering](https://spraynozzle.com) | [Reel Technologies](https://reeltechnologies.com) | [T&C](https://reeltech.com.au/t-and-c/) | [Articles](https://reeltech.com.au/articles/)
[mailto:sales@reeltech.com.au](mailto:sales@reeltech.com.au)
```json
{
"@context" : "https://schema.org",
"@type" : "BlogPosting",
"author" : {
"@type" : "Person",
"name" : "Waynard",
"url" : "https://blog.reeltech.com.au/author/waynard"
},
"dateModified" : "2022-09-29T20:11:30.986Z",
"datePublished" : "2022-09-29T20:11:30.000Z",
"headline" : "Heavy duty compact safer direct drive reel system - Pit Bull™",
"image" : [ "https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Heavy%20duty%20compact%20safer%20direct%20drive%20reel%20system2.jpg" ],
"mainEntityOfPage" : {
"@id" : "https://blog.reeltech.com.au/heavy-duty-compact-safer-direct-drive-reel-system",
"@type" : "WebPage"
},
"publisher" : {
"@type" : "Organization",
"logo" : {
"@type" : "ImageObject",
"url" : "https://blog.reeltech.com.au/hubfs/Logos/Reel%20tech%20logoDarkblue.jpg"
},
"name" : "Spray Nozzle Engineering / Reel Tech"
}
}
```