Different types of Bell dredgers

    Dredgers are the vessels and equipment used to remove sediment, sand and debris from waterways, ports and reservoirs. We offer a wide range of dredgers (baggermachines in Dutch), both for sale and for rent, providing flexible solutions for any project, whether it’s a short-term task or long-term investment. New to dredging? Read our introduction to what dredging is and how it works, or dive into how a cutter dredger, A-frame dredger or amphibious excavator works. Our product range includes cutter dredgers, A-frame dredgers, pontoon dredgers, and amphibious dredgers, ensuring that we have the right equipment to meet your specific needs.

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    Bell Dredging cutter suction dredger 'Wodan' with orange and black hull, spud poles, and cutter head, operating in a harbor under a clear blue sky.
    Aerial view of a Bell Dredging Pumps dredger floating in a sandy excavation pond, equipped with a crane boom and a floating discharge pipeline supported by orange buoys, used for pumping dredged material to shore.

    Dredgers for sale

    Bell builds cutter suction dredgers, A-frame dredgers, pontoon dredgers and amphibious dredgers. They are used for sand mining, harbour maintenance and land reclamation. The cutter and A-frame models can be delivered diesel driven or fully electric.

    Tell us the material, the depth and the site, and we will help you pick the model. Contact us.

    Dredgers for rent

    For a temporary project you can rent a Bell dredger instead of buying one. The rental dredgers are fully serviced and ready to use, whether the job is short or runs for a longer period.

    We advise you on the right dredger for your project. Get in touch about availability.

    Cutter suction dredger Wodán by Bell Dredging Pumps, floating on blue water with its orange cutter head and ladder structure extended, spud poles raised, under a clear sky.
    Bell Dredging Pumps cutter suction dredger operating on a calm waterway, with an orange and grey vessel featuring a cabin, crane arm, and submerged cutterhead, surrounded by dense green trees along the shoreline.

    BELL CUTTER DREDGER 250M

    A multifunctional dredge with suction and cutting depth up to 9 or up to 15 meters. It’s available in two variations: diesel driven or fully electric. The BCD is multifunctional because different types of dredge heads can be installed for all different types of soil.

    More information about the Bell Cutter Dredger 250M? Then check out the Cutter dredgers page or contact one of our specialists.

    BELL CUTTER DREDGER 300-350 LM & 300-350 HDM

    These Cutter Suction Dredgers are among the most powerful in their class, with cutting depths up to 15 meters and dredging depths up to 21 meters. The Bell Cutter Dredger 300-350 model is available in LM and HDM versions, and can be supplied as diesel driven or fully electric. Thanks to their multifunctional design, three of our dredge heads can be installed, making them suitable for all different types of soil.

    More information about the Bell Cutter Dredger 300-350 LM & 300-350 HDM? Then check out the Cutter Dredgers page or contact one of our specialists.

    Orange and black cutter suction dredger with a rotating cutter head on a ladder arm, floating on a river, with a support crane and exhaust stacks visible on the vessel, surrounded by a tree-lined riverbank under a clear blue sky.

    BELL CUTTER DREDGER 400

    This is our most powerful Cutter Suction Dredger, with cutting depths up to 15 meters and dredging depths up to 21 meters.

    More information about the Bell Cutter Dredger 400? Then check out the Cutter Dredgers page or contact one of our specialists.

    Aerial view of an orange and black cutter suction dredger moored in a harbor channel, with a jetty, breakwater, excavator, and sandy coastline visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
    Cutter suction dredge with orange floating pontoon housing pump machinery, control cabin, and diesel power unit, positioned on a sediment pond with black discharge pipes floating on pontoons extending to shore, surrounded by an excavated sandy landscape and forest in the background.

    BELL A-FRAME DREDGER

    Bell A-frame Dredgers are diesel or electric driven floating platforms that maneuver on 4 point mooring.

    A Bell pump equipped with either a sand production head for loose soils or double cutter head for compact soils is suspended from an A-frame at the front of the pontoon.

    The big advantage of this set-up is that there is virtually no limit to the depth you can dredge.

    More information about the Bell A-frame Dredger? Then check out the A-frame page or contact one of our specialists.

    Which Bell dredger fits your project?

    • Cutter suction dredger: breaks up compacted soil with a rotating cutter head and pumps it away. The 300-350 and 400 models dredge up to 21 metres. See the cutter dredgers.
    • A-frame dredger: a floating platform on four-point mooring, with the pump suspended from an A-frame at the front. There is virtually no limit to the dredging depth. Fit a sand production head for loose soil or a double cutter head for compact soil. See the A-frame dredger.
    • Pontoon and amphibious dredgers: see the pages for the pontoon dredger and the amphibious dredger.

    The Bell Dredgers brochure lists the models side by side. The pump on every dredger is described on the dredge pumps page. New to the subject? Read what dredging is and how it works.

    Frequently asked questions about dredgers

    What is the maximum dredging depth of the Bell Cutter Dredgers 300-350 and 400?

    The Bell Cutter Dredgers 300-350 and 400 reach a dredging depth of up to 21 meters. This range is fully usable without compromising production output, depending on the soil type and project configuration.

    What is the difference between a cutter dredger and an A-frame dredger?

    A cutter dredger cuts the soil with a rotating head on a ladder, which suits compacted ground. An A-frame dredger lowers a pump on an A-frame at the front of the pontoon, so it can work at almost any depth. It suits loose soil, or compact soil with a double cutter head.

    Can the Bell A-frame Dredgers be configured for highly abrasive materials?

    Yes, A-frame Dredgers can be equipped with wear-resistant liners, reinforced pump casings, and double cutter heads, ideal for dredging coarse sand, gravel, or compacted soils under harsh conditions.

    Are your dredgers available in fully electric configurations?

    All Bell Cutter and A-frame Dredgers can be delivered as diesel-hydraulic or fully electric. This makes them suitable for emission-restricted areas or projects with strict sustainability targets.

    What are the benefits of the modular dredger design?

    Modular construction allows containerized transport, fast on-site assembly, and easy customization. Perfect for remote or logistically complex projects that require flexibility and rapid deployment.

    Can Bell dredgers be integrated with advanced positioning and monitoring systems?

    Yes, our dredgers support integration with RTK-GPS, dredging control systems, and bathymetric sensors. Contact us for questions about compatibility with software.

    Is there a brochure?

    Yes. The Bell Dredgers brochure can be downloaded from the media section.