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A portable, flexible, fabric-composite-based, tank system with internal baffles capable for transporting water and other liquids on a non-dedicated truck is herein disclosed. A heavy textile tank is impregnated with a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is available in multiple sizes capable of being tra

A portable, flexible, fabric-composite-based, tank system with internal baffles capable for transporting water and other liquids on a non-dedicated truck is herein disclosed. A heavy textile tank is impregnated with a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is available in multiple sizes capable of being transported by pickup, flatbed or tractor-trailer trucks. The fabric tank have a series of internal inflatable baffles to aid in the stability of the tank by preventing sloshing of the liquid contents while traveling with the tank partially filled. The internal baffles inflate to sizes large enough to force liquids out of the tank through the discharge valve by displacing fluid with air without the need for a pump. When finished with use, the fabric tanks can be cleaned, dried, and collapsed for storage, thus allowing the truck's transport platform to be used for other tasks if necessary.

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What is claimed is: 1. A fluid containment apparatus comprised of a textile-based composite material and consisting of internal baffles, further comprising: a fabric tank for receiving and storing a fluid for subsequent transportation; at least one baffle situated within said fabric tank for reduci

What is claimed is: 1. A fluid containment apparatus comprised of a textile-based composite material and consisting of internal baffles, further comprising: a fabric tank for receiving and storing a fluid for subsequent transportation; at least one baffle situated within said fabric tank for reducing a sloshing effect of a partially filled tank thus ensuring safe transport; at least one baffle valve in fluid connection therewith said baffle for receiving air pressure from an external source and directing said air pressure thereto said baffle; a clamp top further comprising: a set of hand grips to aid in movement and placement of said tank when empty; a right hand top end clamp; a left hand top end clamp; and, a clamp bottom further comprising: a right hand bottom end clamp; a left hand bottom end; and, a valve assembly through which said fluid is introduced and dispensed therethrough, said valve assembly further comprising a control assembly; wherein fastening of said clamp top and clamp bottom is aided by a plurality of fastening elements; wherein said baffle provides said tank with an overall shape and provides added stability. 2. The tank of claim 1, further comprising a rectangular shape footprint allowing for attachment to a hauling or towing vehicle. 3. The tank of claim 2, wherein said fabric tank collapses to a contained water level which reduces gas build-up and further enhances vehicle stability. 4. The tank of claim 3, wherein said fabric tank further comprises safety features comprising: a plurality of tie-down harnesses for preventing said tank from lateral movement during transportation; a ratcheting mechanism for operating said tie-down harnesses; and, a protective bed cloth for protecting said tank from any physical abnormalities present on the bed of said towing vehicle, thereby helping to avoid possible punctures. 5. The tank of claim 4, wherein said tank may be rolled and tied for storage which also provides said hauling or towing vehicle with additional hauling capacity after said fluid has been dispensed therefrom said fabric tank. 6. The tank of claim 5, further comprising a standard four-inch hose connector for attachment thereto said tank. 7. The tank of claim 6, wherein said fabric tank further comprises a reinforced bed layer to reduce a chance of punctures. 8. The tank of claim 7, further comprising an integral pressure gage assembly to indicate and control internal pressure build-up within said tank. 9. The tank of claim 8, further comprising an on-board conventional air compressor releaseably connected thereto said fabric tank to inflate or deflate said baffle. 10. The tank of claim 9, wherein said valve assembly is a four-inch gate valve. 11. The tank of claim 10, wherein said valve assembly further comprises: an inside flange face and an inlet end; a rubber adapter placed between said tank and said inside flange face and functions as a gasket; a pipe clamp is then placed around said first end of said tank and tightened to provide a mechanical and watertight seal; and, a hose adapter is provided at an outlet end of said gate valve assembly to allow said valve assembly to connect to external distribution piping. 12. The tank of claim 1 wherein said fabric tank has at least one area where identification labels, instructions, or other safety indicia can be placed or replaced as necessary and attached thereto. 13. The tank of claim 12, wherein said fabric tank comprises any color or design, including camouflage. 14. The tank of claim 13, wherein said fabric tank has a weight less than a conventional stainless steel tank of similar dimensions. 15. The tank of claim 14, further comprising a relief valve for providing a means to bleed off vapors and gases attachable thereto said tank; wherein said relief valve further provides stabilization during transportation when said tank is partially filled. 16. The tank of claim 15, wherein said fabric tank comprises three baffles inflated via three air valves. 17. The tank of claim 16, wherein said tank comprises a deflated state of dimensions comprising approximately 28′ long by 7′4″ wide by 4″ high and a fully inflated state of dimensions comprising approximately 27′ long by 5′2″ wide by 4′6″ high and is capable of holding approximately 3,000 gallons. 18. The tank of claim 17, further comprising at least two lengths of hose, preferably ten (10) feet in length with quick connect fittings in a conventional arrangement. 19. The tank of claim 18, further comprising an inlet and an outlet connector each in fluid connection therewith external distribution piping at second ends and thereto said portable, flexible and transportable tank system at first ends. 20. The tank of claim 19, further comprising a heavy textile-based bladder either coated thereon or impregnated or both therewith a flexible material, such as PTFE.