The Simpson MegaShot MS60773-S is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 2800 PSI and flow of 2.3 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
Fuel | Gas-Powered |
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Handling | Hand Truck |
Water | Cold |
PSI | 2800 |
GPM | 2.3 |
Cleaning Units | 6440 |
Engine | 160cc 4.4 HP Honda GCV160 4-stroke OHC |
Pump | Axial Cam |
Series | MegaShot |
Other model numbers | 60784 |
Frame | Steel |
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Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
Soap dilution | 7:1 |
Nozzles | 0°, 15°, 40°, Soap |
Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
Onboard storage | Yes |
Hose | 25 ft, ⌀1/4 |
Hose storage | Hooks |
Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 26 x 18 x 35 in |
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Weight | 61 lbs |
Pressure control | Dial-N-Wash® |
Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12", never flat |
Included accessories | Oil, steel wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, soap hose, 4 nozzles, Dial-N-Wash® pressure regulator |
Security | Trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
Emissions | CARB, EPA |
Warranty | 2 years |
UPC | 879399002151 |
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Description
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In summary, the Simpson MS60773-S is a medium to heavy duty pressure washer, which provides:
- spot cleaning of hard, paint-free surfaces and out-of-reach areas
- thorough cleaning of hard, paint-free surfaces
- cleaning of painted and fragile surfaces
- application of detergent and cleaning solutions
Ahead are presented its power characteristics and design, its main features and any other additional features.
Power
With a 160cc (4.4 hp) engine, its axial cam pump delivers a pressure of 2800 PSI (roughly 47 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.3 GPM (CETA-certified values), resulting in the Simpson MS60773-S's cleaning power of 6440 Cleaning Units.
The Honda GCV160 engine of this gas-powered pressure washer gets started by a classic pull-start mechanism.
Gasoline storage is facilitated by a fuel tank with a maximum capacity of 0.25 gallon.
Design & Handling
The Simpson MS60773-S is very mobile, due to its hand truck design and approximate dimensions of D26 x W18 x H35 in. The robust steel frame guarantees longevity of the assembly. The handle adds to the MS60773-S convenience of transport.
The majority of users will be able to maneuver this unit easily, it only weighs 61 lbs. Its 160cc Honda GCV160 engine and steel frame account for a good chunk of that weight. Since the MS60773-S has a set of two 12" never-flat wheels, it is still easily maneuvered and manipulated.
Main Features
Along with the Simpson MS60773-S 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: Even though the device doesn't have a soap tank, detergent is supplied by a siphon hose. The detergent is diluted with a 7:1 ratio by the Simpson MS60773-S's automatic soap dilution mechanism. If a soap nozzle is attached, the device will proceed to add the detergent to the water automatically.
- Pressure hose: The included 25 ft ⌀1/4" high-pressure hose can be neatly stored on the unit when idle thanks to a set of convenient hooks.
- Spray gun and wand: Both the classic ergonomic spray gun and its steel wand may be conveniently stored in a side hook.
- Nozzles: The following table illustrates the 4 included nozzles, along with the surfaces which they are the most suitable for.
0° | 15° | 40° | Soap | |
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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
- Dial-N-Wash®: Simpson’s Dial-N-Wash® is an adjustable pressure regulator that allows you to choose a desired pressure for your specific cleaning application. High, medium and low pressure settings can be switched between easily by a simple twist. Its design assures its compatibility with most pressure washer standard spray wands and standard guns with threaded fittings.
- Onboard storage: The Simpson MS60773-S features a handy storage area, which allows you to neatly store nozzles and accessories and be always prepared by having everything needed at hand.
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation) and a thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage).
- Accessories: The Simpson MS60773-S 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 pressure regulator, spray gun, oil, soap hose, wand and pressure hose.
- Emissions: The Simpson MS60773-S is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant. Therefore, the sale and purchase of this pressure washer is permitted in all of the 50 states, including California.
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The Simpson MS60773-S's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Simpson MS60773-S compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- The Simpson MS60773-S, a device which can produce up to 2800 PSI, is on the lower end of the pressure spectrum, among the gas-powered pressure washers in the $300-400 price range. As for the device with the most powerful water stream, in this price range, one of the top products is the Westinghouse WPX3400 with 3400 PSI.
- The achievable water flow of this washer, which reaches 2.3 GPM (gallons per minute) can be described as low, compared to other devices in its price range. If being able to rinse away debris as efficiently as possible is your priority, one of the products with the highest GPM in this price range is the Lifan LFQ3370, with 3 GPM.
- The MS60773-S ranks as below average in terms of Cleaning Units, compared to gas-powered devices in its price range, reaching only a value of 6440 CU (PSI X GPM). If you consider the highest overall cleaning power as a really important factor, the Lifan LFQ3370 and its 9900 Cleaning Units has one of the highest cleaning efficiency of all the similarly priced units.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 6000 and 6500 Cleaning Units, the Simpson MS60773-S is on the expensive side of the price range.
While certainly not the cheapest of its cleaning power range, purchasing it could most likely also mean enjoying the reliability of a high-end product.
The bottom line
- Honda engine
- Good range of nozzles included
- Automatic detergent dilution
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- CARB-compliant
- On the expensive side
- No soap tank
- Low PSI for the price
- Low GPM for the price
- Low CU for the price
About Simpson
Simpson has over 50 years of experience making quality products for the outdoor power equipment industry. Part of the FNA Group based in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin since 2006, they are a vertically-integrated company, meaning most of the parts and accessories are manufactured and assembled by them. Their manufacturing facilities are international, but their gas-powered pressure washers are made in the USA. With the company motto "Driven by Performance", Simpson continues to offer a great variety of pressure-washing systems for the homeowner or the professional contractor.
Warranty Information
The Simpson MS60773-S 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 Simpson pressure washers, please contact the Simpson Customer Support: 1-877-362-4271.