Simpson PS60869 - 4000 PSI 3.5 GPM Gas Pressure Washer With Honda Engine
The Simpson PowerShot PS60869 is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 4000 PSI and flow of 3.5 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Wheelbarrow |
| Water | Cold (100°F max.) |
| PSI | 4000 |
| GPM | 3.5 |
| Cleaning Units | 14000 |
| Engine | 270cc 9 HP Honda GX270 OHV 4-stroke |
| Pump | AAA Triplex |
| Series | PowerShot |
| Frame | Welded steel |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
| Nozzles | 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 50 ft, ⌀3/8 |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | Approx. 38 x 23.5 x 29 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 120 lbs |
| Pressure control | Yes |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀13", pneumatic |
| Included accessories | Oil, steel wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, soap hose, 5 nozzles |
| Security | Low oil, trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
| Emissions | EPA |
| Warranty | 10 years |
| UPC | 879399002748 |
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Description
With a powerful Honda engine, reliable triplex pump and welded steel frame construction, this gas pressure washer is great for construction, equipment upkeep, facility & fleet maintenance cleaning.
Zoom on the Simpson PS60869
In a nutshell, the Simpson PS60869 is a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, which not only offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, but that also allows:
- pinpoint spot cleaning of hard, unpainted surfaces, accessing high areas, and successfully removing stubborn stains
- overall cleaning of hard surfaces, washing vehicles, and prepping surfaces for painting
- delicate surface cleaning, andbroad area cleaning with reduced pressure
- applying detergents or chemicals, and rinsing surfaces afterward
Its power characteristics and design, its main features and all its additional features are presented ahead.
Power
Its triplex pump, which utilizes an impressive 270cc (9 hp) engine, may deliver a pressure of up to 4000 PSI (almost 67 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 3.5 GPM. Corresponding to these values is a cleaning power of 14000 Cleaning Units.
Initiating the Honda GX270 engine of this gas pressure washer is achieved through a classic pull-start process.
Fuel for the pressure washer is housed in a steel tank capable of holding up to 1.6 gallon of gasoline.
Design & Handling
With its wheelbarrow design, the Simpson PS60869 delivers superior maneuverability and stability, facilitating easy transport and steady performance across various surfaces. The robust welded steel frame guarantees longevity of the assembly, providing stability and protection for internal components, even under demanding working conditions. The handle adds to the PS60869 convenience of transport.
With its hefty 120 lbs, this unit isn't exactly easy to handle, making manual lifting and transport quite a daunting task, especially on uneven terrain. The major reasons for its heavy weight are its 270cc Honda GX270 engine, the triplex pump and welded steel frame. Despite this, the presence of two 13" pneumatic wheels reduces the complexity of moving the PS60869, even on rugged surfaces.
Main Features
The Simpson PS60869 comes with a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 5 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are detailed below.
- Soap injection: Though lacking a dedicated soap tank, the device ensures detergent supply via a siphon hose. Once a soap nozzle is connected, the pressure washer automatically blends the detergent with the water flow.
- Pressure hose: With a set of convenient hooks, the unit offers a practical solution for maintaining workspace order, allowing the included 50 ft ⌀3/8" high-pressure hose to be neatly stored when idle.
- Spray gun and wand: The included classic ergonomic spray gun and its steel wand can be easily stored in a side hook.
- Nozzles: Review the table below to learn about the 5 included nozzles and the surfaces they're recommended for.
0° | 15° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | |||||
| Siding, gutters, house | |||||
| Fencing, deck, patio | |||||
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV |
Important note: The shapes of the depicted nozzles serve for illustration purposes only and may vary. Symbols used include a for 'Not recommended,' a for 'Suitable,' and an for 'Use with caution.'
Other Features
- Onboard storage: The Simpson PS60869 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), a low oil protection and a thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage).
- Accessories: Besides the usual owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and documentation to get you promptly started, the Simpson PS60869 comes with oil, pressure hose, soap hose, wand and spray gun.
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The Simpson PS60869's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Simpson PS60869 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- Delivering a maximum pressure of 4000 PSI, the Simpson PS60869 is one of the gas-powered products renowned for above-average water pressure output, in the $900 to $1000 price range. As for the device with the most powerful water stream, in this price range, one of the top products is the Powerhorse 115179 with 4400 PSI.
- As this washer can produce a flow of water of 3.5 GPM (gallons per minute), it is average in terms of water volume for the above-mentioned price range. 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.
- In comparison to other gas-powered units of similar price, the 14000 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) of the PS60869 are average. For those placing importance on maximum cleaning power, the Powerhorse 115179 and its 18480 Cleaning Units offer one of the highest cleaning efficiencies among units in the same price range.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 13800 and 14700 Cleaning Units, the Simpson PS60869 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
- 10 year (limited) warranty
- Triplex pump
- Honda engine
- Designed to be stable
- Good range of nozzles included
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- High PSI for the price
- Decent GPM for the price
- Decent CU for the price
- No soap tank
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 PS60869 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 Simpson pressure washers, please contact the Simpson Customer Support: 1-877-362-4271.




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