Kennedy Valve Company, with manufacturing experience dating back to 1905, is proud to introduce our newest and most innovative hydrant design. The K17 is among the highest performing hydrants available. The patented design incorporates features that include a 350 PSI working pressure rating, a true 6” flow. Path and is shaped for optimal performance and “near laminar” flow. The K17 is a reliable, simple design, easy to install and easy to maintain type hydrant.

Kennedy Valve recommends following AWWA Manual M17 Fire Hydrants, Installation, Field Testing & Maintenance.
Warning: Special care should be taken in the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of pressure containing devices such as valves and hydrants. To prevent bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the fire hydrant and its supporting structures, use only a diffuser or flexible hose (properly restrained at the point of discharge) for flushing or flow testing. FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PRACTICES AND GUIDELINES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.
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Specifications

Models

 N/A K17 Hydrant: Dry Barrel, AWWA , UL/FM, High flow 350 PSI

Type

 N/A High Performance Dry Barrel Fire Hydrant

Configuration

 N/A 3-Way

Configuration Note

 N/A Standard configuration is shown with handwheel. Op Nut is also available - please contact Kennedy Valve.

Industry Standards/Certifications

 N/A UL/FM

Nozzle Option

 N/A 4" Storz Nozzle

Style

 N/A Straight Shoe Flange

Size

 N/A 6
Coating1 N/A External Coating : Epoxy/ Polyester Internal Coating : Fusion Bonded Epoxy NSF Approved

Operating Pressure [Max]

 N/A 250 psi

Test Pressure [Max]

 N/A 700 psi
Trench Depth2 N/A 2 to 8 ft

Upper Barrel Configurations

 N/A Standard 1 Pumper & 2 Hose Nozzles

Hose Nozzle

 N/A 2 x 2 ½" NST NFPA 1963

Pumper Nozzle

 N/A Standard 1 x 4” or 4 ½” NST NFPA 1963

Operating Nut

 N/A 1 1/2" Pentagon
Weight3 N/A 312 lb

Material

Stem Material

 N/A Stainless Steel

Hose/Steamer Nozzle Material

 N/A Bronze (ASTM B584)

Nozzle Cap Material

 N/A Ductile Iron

Features

N/A

  • 350 PSI working pressure; 700 PSI test pressure
  • True 6” flow path
  • UL Listed/FM approved
  • Meets or exceeds AWWA C502 requirements
  • High strength ductile iron body
  • Unique 2 bolt break flange feature for easy repair
  • Integral hydrant operating wrench (lockable)
  • Adjustable wedging bronze drain valve
  • Belleville washers allow easy opening low torque operation
  • Collapsible main valve requires no seat ring

Accessories, Options & Approvals/Listings

N/A Our Inside Sales Department can be contacted for further information of options, accessories, and agency approvals/listings of items not shown.

  • 1 The elbow to be NSF compliant and the balance coated to customer color preferences
  • 2 Additional trench depth options are available. Consult the Trench Depth Guide for more details. Trench Depth Guide
  • 3 Displayed weight is for 6' trench depth