Shoretech Industries (a division of Weeders Digest)

ShoretechModel Waterbug 3.0 -Aquatic Vegetation Harvester

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The 2025 Waterbug 3.0 is an advanced, remote-controlled aquatic vegetation harvester designed for efficient management of aquatic plants and debris in various small water bodies, such as lakes and ponds. This harvester features a sophisticated camera system that allows operators to view the harvesting process in real-time via a remote screen. The device dimensions are 5.4 feet in width and 11 feet 9 inches in length, yet it retains a lightweight profile of just 370 pounds, with an enhanced storage capacity of 600 pounds, doubling that of previous models. It operates in water as shallow as 4 inches and has a cutting and skimming width of 34 inches, adjustable to a depth of 28 inches. The innovative design includes a 24-volt lithium battery, enabling up to 5 hours of operation per charge. An impressive 1,000-foot remote sight range makes it suitable for individual pond owners and golf courses alike. The Waterbug is equipped with a 3-in-1 functionality from cutting to skimming and collecting. Additionally, it comes with optional attachments including sickle cutters and skimmer extensions for tailored harvesting needs. Each unit ships with a dedicated trailer for ease of transport and includes a one-year warranty.

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The WaterBug is 5.4’ wide by 11’ 9” long but weighs only 370 lbs. and boasts a storage bunk capacity of 600 lbs. which is double the capacity over the 2.0 model! This makes it easy for one person to use as it fits on a compact trailer that can be pulled behind a 4-wheeler or garden tractor.

It floats in as little as 4” of water and can cut and skim 34” wide, is adjustable to 28” water depth by remote control and features a long-lasting 24v lithium battery that can operate up to 5 hours on a single charge.

The WaterBug has a remote sight range of 1,000 feet making it an ideal solution for individual pond owners and golf courses in need of an effective pond weed and algae solution!

  • Remote controlled with harvester mounted camera & operator viewing screen
  • 3-in-1 cutter, skimmer, & collector
  • Long-lasting 24v lithium battery w/ up to 5 hour run time on a single charge
  • Load carrying capacity of up to 600 lbs.
  • 1,000 feet sightline range
  • One person operation
  • Includes trailer designed to be pulled behind a garden tractor, ATV/UTV with ball hitch (not street legal)
  • Optional Attachments: sickle-cutter, side sickle cutters, set of two skimmer boom extensions, and sweeper brush.