Kärcher K2 Horizontal - 1700 PSI 1.4 GPM Electric Pressure Washer
The Kärcher K2 Horizontal is an electric pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 1700 PSI and flow of 1.4 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Description
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The Kärcher K2 Horizontal, a light duty pressure washer, gives its user an all-around versatile cleaning experience, topped off by the following features:
- focused spot cleaning on hard, unpainted surfaces, accessing high spots, and efficiently eliminating stubborn stains
- delicate surface cleaning, andbroad area cleaning with reduced pressure
- applying detergent and cleaning solutions, and rinsing surfaces
The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics and design, its main features and all the additional features it has to offer.
Power
The Kärcher K2 Horizontal
With a 13-amp universal motor powering it, the axial cam pump of this unit is capable of achieving a pressure of 1700 PSI (approximately 28 times greater than that of a standard garden hose) and a flow rate of up to 1.4 GPM (values claimed by the manufacturer). Corresponding to these values is a cleaning power of 2380 Cleaning Units.
The K2 Horizontal starts up effortlessly with a quick press of an ON/OFF switch, ensuring ease of use. The unit is ready-to-use with peace of mind, thanks to the included GFCI cord.
Design & Handling
Designed for on-the-go use, the Kärcher K2 Horizontal offers a portable design and approximate dimensions of L15 x W7.8 x H9.8 in to facilitate easy movement. The handle adds to the K2 Horizontal convenience of transport.
This unit's weight of 9.9 lbs makes it a breeze to carry around, perfect for on-the-go cleaning tasks. Its plastic frame plays a role in ensuring its lightweight profile.
Main Features
The Kärcher K2 Horizontal's package includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose and a detergent injection feature, with a more detailed description below.
- Soap injection: Even without a built-in soap tank, the device relies on a siphon hose to provide detergent. Detergent is automatically dispensed when the VPS wand is in low pressure mode.
- Pressure hose: An easy-to-connect 20 ft high-pressure hose is included with the unit. But, there is no proper storage solution designed for it (no reel, strap or hook).
- Spray gun and wand: A dedicated slot enables you to easily store the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its VPS wand. The Vario Power Spray (VPS) wand allows you to conveniently switch from low to high pressure, and everything between, while you clean. Simply twist the end for infinitely variable pressure adjustment.
Other Features
Some of the included accessories
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: The Kärcher K2 Horizontal comes with an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and some basic documentation to get you quickly started. On top of that, you also get spray gun, power cord, garden hose adapter, wand and pressure hose.
The Kärcher K2 Horizontal's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Kärcher K2 Horizontal compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- The Kärcher K2 Horizontal and its 1700 PSI, ranks amongst electric pressure washers with a comparably low pressure output, considering the units that cost between $150 and $170. As for the device with the most powerful water stream, in this price range, one of the top products is the A-iPower E2800-FM with 2800 PSI.
- This washer reaches 1.4 GPM (gallons per minute) and thus, has an average water flow compared to similarly priced devices. If rinsing away debris most efficiently is your priority, one of the devices with the highest GPM in this price range is the AR Blue Clean XM2200, which can reach up to 1.9 GPM.
- At 2380 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) in total, the K2 Horizontal emerges as one of the more efficient devices available at its price point. When considering the importance of superior cleaning power, the Westinghouse ePX3500 stands out with its 2480 Cleaning Units, boasting one of the highest cleaning efficiencies among similarly priced units.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other electric washers between 2000 and 2500 Cleaning Units, the Karcher K2 Horizontal is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this pressure washer nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of cleaning power.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Portable
- High CU for the price
- Decent GPM for the price
- No soap tank
- No pressure hose storage
- Low PSI for the price
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Electric |
|---|---|
| Motor | 13-amp, universal |
| Pump | Axial Cam |
| Water | Cold (104°F max.) |
| PSI | 1700 |
| GPM | 1.4 |
| Cleaning Units | 2380 |
| Frame | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Handling | Portable |
| Wheels | No |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs |
| Dimensions | Approx. 15 x 7.8 x 9.8 in (L x W x H) |
| Hose storage | None |
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
|---|---|
| Nozzles | Adjustable wand (VPS) |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 20 ft |
| Security | Trigger lock |
|---|---|
| Included accessories | VPS wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, garden hose adapter, GFCI power cord |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Other model numbers | 1.600-940.0 |
| UPC | 886622053484 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About Kärcher
Founded in 1935 by Alfred Kärcher, this family-owned business is headquartered in Winnenden, Germany. Credited with developing Europe's first hot water high-pressure washer in 1950, the company continues to pride itself on ingenuity and innovative thinking for new solutions in the cleaning industry. Kärcher also insists on being a socially- and ecologically-sustainable company. The popularity of the brand can be seen by the fact that the name Kärcher has in some European countries become a colloquial term used synonymously with pressure washers.
Warranty Information
The Kärcher K2 Horizontal is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of Kärcher pressure washers, please consult Kärcher's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-537-4129.
