Collection: Ballast Pumps

Filling and draining ballast bags efficiently comes down to matching the right pump to your boat's setup, and the options here from Jabsco, Johnson Pump, and Albin Group cover a wide range of needs. Flow rate is the most critical spec to nail down first: the Johnson Pump Talulah line runs from 13.5 GPM up to a high-flow 30 GPM for faster fill times on larger bags, while Jabsco's Ballast King and SuperKing pumps sit in the 15 to 20 GPM range. Jabsco also offers vessel-specific pumps such as the Mastercraft Ballast Pump for owners who need a direct-fit replacement.

Beyond flow rate, check whether you need a reversing switch, since Jabsco's Ballast King and Wakeboard Ballast Puppy models are available with or without one, and some configurations come with a Deutsch connector rather than a standard harness. The Albin Group FIP F4 uses female iron pipe thread fittings, so plumbing compatibility matters there. All pumps in this category are 12V DC, but confirm your wiring and fuse capacity can support the draw before ordering.