Father’s DayNorthStar 1571243 - 3600 PSI 3 GPM 301cc Gas Pressure Washer
The NorthStar 1571243 is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3600 PSI and flow of 3 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Description
This pressure washer is equipped with a commercial-grade NorthStar e300 301cc engine, verified by an independent powertrain authority as being equivalent to other leading commercial-grade engines after 1000 hours of rigorous testing.
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In a nutshell, the NorthStar 1571243 is a commercial pressure washer, which not only offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, but that also allows:
- general cleaning of hard surfaces , washing vehicles, and preparing surfaces for painting
- delicate surface cleaning, andbroad area cleaning with reduced pressure
- using cleaning solutions, and rinsing surfaces to remove residue
Its power characteristics and design, its main features and all its additional features are presented ahead.
Power
The NorthStar 1571243
Using an impressive fuel-injected 301cc engine, its triplex pump delivers a pressure of up to 3600 PSI (roughly 60 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 3 GPM (values claimed by the manufacturer). When these values are taken together, they yield a cleaning power of 10800 Cleaning Units.
The NorthStar e300 engine of this gas pressure washer is activated by pulling a starter cord, following a traditional approach.
Fuel for the pressure washer is housed in a steel tank capable of holding up to 1.4 gallon of gasoline.
Design & Handling
With its wheelbarrow-inspired design, the NorthStar 1571243 aims for excellent mobility and stability, enabling effortless maneuvering and dependable performance across diverse environments. Built to endure, the steel tubing frame ensures the assembly's longevity by providing stability and safeguarding internal components under all working conditions. The handle adds to the 1571243 convenience of transport.
With its weight clocking in at 118 lbs, this unit's heftiness can't be ignored, presenting significant difficulties for users who need to lift and transport it, especially over uneven terrain. The major reasons for its heavy weight are its 301cc NorthStar e300 engine, the triplex pump and steel tubing frame. Despite this, the presence of two 10" never-flat wheels reduces the complexity of moving the 1571243, even on rugged surfaces.
Main Features
The NorthStar 1571243's package includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 4 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, with a more detailed description below.
- Soap injection: Though lacking a dedicated soap tank, the device ensures detergent supply via a siphon hose. The NorthStar 1571243 includes an automatic soap dilution mechanism, which will dilute the detergent using a 15:1 ratio. Upon connecting a soap nozzle, the pressure washer takes over the task of seamlessly combining the detergent with the water flow.
- Pressure hose: Utilizing a set of convenient hooks, the unit offers a convenient solution for storing the included 50 ft ⌀3/8" high-pressure hose when it's not in use, keeping it neatly organized.
- Spray gun and wand: A side hook allows for an easy storage of the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand.
- Nozzles: In the table below, you can see the 4 included nozzles alongside their respective recommended surface uses.
15° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | ||||
| Siding, gutters, house | ||||
| Fencing, deck, patio | ||||
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV |
Important: The nozzle shapes shown above are for illustrative purposes and may vary. Symbols denote suitability, with a indicating 'Not recommended,' a for 'Suitable,' and an for 'Use with caution.'
Other Features
The NorthStar 1571243
- Onboard storage: With the NorthStar 1571243's handy storage area, you’ll always have all the necessary nozzles and accessories at hand and thus, you’ll be fully prepared for any job.
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage), a low oil protection and a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: The NorthStar 1571243 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 wand, soap hose, pressure hose and spray gun.
The NorthStar 1571243's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the NorthStar 1571243 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- With a maximum pressure output of 3600 PSI, the NorthStar 1571243 finds itself within the anticipated pressure range for gas-powered units priced between $875 and $1000. As for the device with the most powerful water stream, in this price range, one of the top products is the Simpson PS60843 with 4400 PSI.
- In its respective price range, the water flow of this washer, 3 GPM (gallons per minute), ranks as average. If maximum rinsing efficiency is your top priority, one of the devices with the highest water flow in the same price range is the Powerhorse 115179, with a GPM of 4.2.
- As the 1571243 has a total of 10800 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM), it finds itself in the average cleaning efficiency range for similarly priced gas-powered units. If the highest overall cleaning power is your top priority, the Powerhorse 115179, which can reach up to 18480 Cleaning Units, is one of the most efficient of the devices in the current price range.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 9300 and 12200 Cleaning Units, the NorthStar 1571243 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
- 10 year (limited) warranty
- Triplex pump
- EFI engine
- Designed to be stable
- Good range of nozzles included
- Automatic detergent dilution
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- Decent PSI for the price
- Decent GPM for the price
- Decent CU for the price
- No soap tank
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Engine | 301cc NorthStar e300 OHV 4-stroke |
| Pump | CAT 4SPX Triplex |
| Water | Cold (140°F max.) |
| PSI | 3600 |
| GPM | 3 |
| Cleaning Units | 10800 |
| Pressure control | Valve |
| Frame | Steel tubing |
|---|---|
| Handling | Wheelbarrow |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀10", never flat |
| Weight | 118 lbs |
| Dimensions | Approx. 40.3 x 26 x 23.8 in (L x W x H) |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
|---|---|
| Soap dilution | 15:1 |
| Nozzles | 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 50 ft, ⌀3/8 |
| Security | Low oil, trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
|---|---|
| Emissions | EPA |
| Included accessories | Wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, soap hose, 4 nozzles |
| Warranty | 10 years |
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 NorthStar
The NorthStar brand of outdoor power equipment is owned and distributed by the Northern Tool company, which was founded in 1981 in Minnesota, USA. The brand includes log splitters, generators, pressure washers, and air compressors. Though many of the components are manufactured in Northern Tool’s factory in China, NorthStar pressure washers are engineered, assembled, and tested in America, and powered by Honda engines. They include hot water, cold water, and soft-wash systems, along with many accessories. NorthStar brand products make up a large percentage of Northern Tool's product line.
Warranty Information
The NorthStar 1571243 is covered under a warranty for up to 10 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of NorthStar pressure washers, please contact the NorthStar Customer Support: 1-800-270-0810.
