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The PowerStroke PS80555E is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3200 PSI and flow of 2.5 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Hand Truck |
| Water | Cold (104°F max.) |
| PSI | 3200 |
| GPM | 2.5 |
| Cleaning Units | 8000 |
| Engine | 196 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Pump | Axial Cam |
| Frame | Steel tubing |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Yes |
| Soap tank | 1 gal |
| Soap dilution | 20:1 |
| Nozzles | 0°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 25 ft |
| Hose storage | Straps |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 20.3 x 17.3 x 37.5 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 56 lbs |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12", never flat |
| Included accessories | Oil, funnel, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, battery charger, 4 nozzles |
| Security | Trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
| Emissions | CARB |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 046396018557 |
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Description
Zoom on the PowerStroke PS80555E
In summary, the PowerStroke PS80555E is a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, that offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, and also:
- spot cleaning of hard, paintless surfaces and reaching far-away areas
- cleaning of painted and fragile surfaces
- application of detergent and cleaning solutions
Its power characteristics and design, its main features and all its additional features are presented ahead.
Power
The PowerStroke PS80555E
With a 196 cc engine, its axial cam pump delivers a pressure of 3200 PSI (roughly 53 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.5 GPM (values as per PW101-2010), resulting in the PowerStroke PS80555E's cleaning power of 8000 Cleaning Units.
The engine provides a convenient and reliable start of this gas-powered pressure washer, with a dual start mechanism: you may choose the more convenient electric start, or the classic pull-start mechanism. The electric start requires a battery, which is included.
Gasoline is stored in a fuel tank with a maximum capacity of 0.26 gallon.
Design & Handling
Thanks to its hand truck design and approximate dimensions of D20.3 x W17.3 x H37.5 in, the PowerStroke PS80555E offers great mobility. The strong steel tubing frame assures assembly longevity. The foam-padded fixed handle adds to the PS80555E convenience of transport, while offering a comfortable grip.
Weighing 56 lbs, the unit is easy to maneuver by most people. One of the largest contributors to its weight are its 196 cc engine and its steel tubing frame. But, as the PS80555E does have a set of two 12" never-flat wheels, it can be easily maneuvered and manipulated.
Main Features
Along with the PowerStroke PS80555E itself, the package also includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 4 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are discussed in further detail below.
- Soap injection: A safe detergent storage is facilitated by a 1 gal tank. The automatic soap dilution mechanism of the PowerStroke PS80555E will dilute the detergent with a 20:1 ratio. Whenever a soap nozzle is connected, the detergent is automatically added to the water.
- Pressure hose: The 25 ft high-pressure hose, which is included with the device, can be stored neatly on the unit itself when idle, using a set of easy-to-use straps.
- Spray gun and wand: Both the classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand may be conveniently stored in a side hook.
- Nozzles: The 4 included nozzles, and the respective surfaces they’re appropriate for, are listed in the table below.
0° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable |
| Siding, gutters, house | Not recommended | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
| Fencing, deck, patio | Not recommended | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable |
Note: The shape of the nozzles above is for illustration purposes only and may differ.
Red cross: Not recommended. Green check: Suitable. Orange check: Use with caution.
Other Features
- Onboard storage: With the PowerStroke PS80555E'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) and a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: The PowerStroke PS80555E 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 oil, funnel, pressure hose, wand, battery charger and spray gun.
- Emissions: The PowerStroke PS80555E is CARB-compliant. Therefore, its sale and purchase are permitted in all of the 50 states, including California.
The PowerStroke PS80555E's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the PowerStroke PS80555E compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
Note: Even though we couldn’t list its price on this page, our research indicates that some retailers sell this unit around $350.
- Able to deliver a maximum pressure of 3200 PSI, the PowerStroke PS80555E is one of the gas-powered products that produce an above average water pressure, in the $300 to $400 price range. If the highest possible power of the water stream is your priority, one of the champions in this price range is the Westinghouse WPX3400 with 3400 PSI.
- In its respective price range, the water flow of this washer, 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute), ranks as average. In case you are looking for a device which can most efficiently rinse away debris in the current price range, the Lifan LFQ3370 has the highest GPM of 3.
- The PS80555E, with its 8000 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) sits at the high end of the cleaning efficiency spectrum, when compared to other devices of similar price. If the highest overall cleaning power is your top priority, the Lifan LFQ3370, which can reach up to 9900 Cleaning Units, is one of the most efficient of the devices in the current price range.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 8000 and 8500 Cleaning Units, the PowerStroke PS80555E is on the cheap side of the price range.
It can therefore be a really good buy if you're looking to acquire a budget pressure washer.
The bottom line
- Inexpensive
- Electric start
- Good range of nozzles included
- Automatic detergent dilution
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- CARB-compliant
- High PSI for the price
- High CU for the price
- Decent GPM for the price
- The PowerStroke PS80555E doesn't have any notably low specs.
About PowerStroke
PowerStroke is a brand name of outdoor power equipment owned by the parent company, Techtronic Industries Company Limited, (TTi) founded in 1985 and based in Hong Kong, with subsidiary offices in Anderson, South Carolina. TTi designs, manufactures, and markets many different brands of power tools worldwide. The PowerStroke line of tools includes pressure washers, generators, corded electric/battery powered drills, sanders, and heat guns.
Warranty Information
The PowerStroke PS80555E 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 PowerStroke pressure washers, please consult PowerStroke's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-877-617-3501.
