Memorial DayFurther down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Kärcher K1900 and the Kärcher K1700.
But before checking out explanations regarding their power, design, and features here's a table that summarizes the main pros of each of these 2 pressure washers:
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Power Comparison
- Fuel: Both units are electric pressure washers.
- Engine & Pump: The Kärcher K1900 and the Kärcher K1700 both use an axial-type pump to put water under pressure. The latter's pump is manufactured by N-COR. Two main factors differentiate the motors used in these 2 units. To start with, the Kärcher K1900's pump is powered by a 13-amp motor, while the Kärcher K1700 uses a 14-amp one. But it should also be noted that, while the latter is a standard, universal motor, the former is an induction motor and thus, more energy-efficient, quiet and durable.
The following charts are provided to show you at a glance how the main specs of the Karcher K1900 compare to the Karcher K1700.
- Pressure: With a maximum reachable pressure of 1900 PSI, the Kärcher K1900 provides a higher force to blast off dirt and grime than the 1700 PSI of the Kärcher K1700.
- Water Flow: When operating at low pressure, the K1900 can generate a higher maximum volume of water than the K1700. It can deliver up to 1.3 GPM (gallons per minute), whereas the K1700 offers a maximum water flow of 1.2 GPM. The former should thus allow you to rinse away dirt and debris with better efficiency and speed.
- Cleaning Power: With its 2470 C.U., the Kärcher K1900 offers a much higher overall cleaning efficiency than the K1700 and its 2040 C.U.
Design Comparison
- Design: With its compact, portable design, the Kärcher K1700 will be the better option if you consider portability, mobility, and ease of storage as important factors, as the Kärcher K1900 can be considered less mobile, with a hand truck design.
- Weight: Weighing 20.7 lbs, the K1700 is far lighter than the 39.3 lbs of the K1900.
- Maneuverability: Both products benefit from a set of wheels, which greatly contributes to their maneuverability. The K1900 has the advantage of having a folding handle, which allows it to take up less space when not in use.
Feature Comparison
- Soap Addition: Both washers allow for the addition of chemical detergent solutions to the water. Whether you choose the K1900 or the K1700, you'll be able to store your cleaning chemicals in the unit's onboard soap tank. However, as the K1900 can hold 1 gal of cleaning solution, it benefits from a bigger detergent tank than the K1700 and its 0.5 gal tank.
- Trigger Gun & Wand: Each of these 2 units comes with a fairly standard ergonomic trigger gun and a classic wand.
- Nozzles: Both pressure washers come with 15°, soap, and turbo nozzles, but the nozzle similarities stop here. The K1900 also has a 40° nozzle.
- Reach: With its included 25 ft high-pressure hose, the Kärcher K1900 will allow you, out of the box, to move farther away from the unit than the Kärcher K1700 and its 20 ft high pressure hose. As both units feature a 35 ft power cord, their maximum allowable placement from an electrical outlet is the same.
- Storage: The K1900 and K1700 both offer onboard storage that allows you to neatly keep the accessories you need at hand. Both washers feature a set of hooks to help you neatly store their high pressure hoses when not in use.
TL;DR
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