The Stihl RB 200 is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 2500 PSI and flow of 2.3 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Hand Truck |
| Water | Cold (125°F max.) |
| PSI | 2500 |
| GPM | 2.3 |
| Cleaning Units | 5750 |
| Engine | 173cc 5 HP Kohler 173XT 4-stroke OHV |
| Pump | Axial |
| Frame | Steel tubing |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
| Soap dilution | No |
| Nozzles | 15°, 25°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 25 ft |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 27.3 x 18.1 x 37.3 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 62.5 lbs |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12" |
| Included accessories | Oil, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, soap hose, 3 nozzles |
| Security | Trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
| Emissions | EPA |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 886661293698 |
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Description
Zoom on the Stihl RB 200
The Stihl RB 200 is a medium duty pressure washer, that provides its users with an all-around versatile cleaning experience, and enables:
- complete cleaning of hard surfaces, vehicle washing, and surface prep for painting
- 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
The Stihl RB 200
Powered by a 173cc (5 hp) engine, its axial pump can deliver a pressure of 2500 PSI (around 42 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.3 GPM (values claimed by the manufacturer). With these values combined, the Stihl RB 200 boasts a cleaning power of 5750 Cleaning Units.
To initiate the Kohler 173XT engine of this gas-powered pressure washer, a traditional pull-start mechanism is employed.
Gasoline is stored in a fuel tank with a maximum capacity of 0.38 gallon.
Design & Handling
With its hand truck design, the Stihl RB 200 provides excellent maneuverability. The steel tubing frame's robustness ensures the assembly's longevity, maintaining stability and protecting internal components, even in the harshest environments. The folding handle enhances its mobility, while allowing for a convenient storage.
At 62.5 lbs, this unit is light enough for easy handling, yet substantial enough to provide stability during operation. This substantial weight can be partially attributed to the incorporation of the 173cc Kohler 173XT engine and a resilient steel tubing frame. Nevertheless, the RB 200's two 12" wheels ensure it remains easy to maneuver.
Main Features
The Stihl RB 200
The Stihl RB 200 comes with a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 3 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are detailed below.
- Soap injection: Even without a built-in soap tank, the device relies on a siphon hose to provide detergent. As the Stihl RB 200 doesn’t include a soap dilution mechanism, the user must provide a correctly diluted detergent before proceeding to use it. The pressure washer automatically dispenses and mixes the detergent with the water when a soap nozzle is attached.
- Pressure hose: Utilizing a set of convenient hooks, the unit offers a convenient solution for storing the included 25 ft 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: Find details on the 3 included nozzles and their recommended surface applications in the table below.
15° | 25° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable |
| Siding, gutters, house | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable |
| Fencing, deck, patio | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable |
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable |
Please note: The shapes of the nozzles depicted above are for illustration purposes and may vary. Symbols used include a red cross for 'Not recommended,' a green check for 'Suitable,' and an orange check for 'Use with caution.'
Other Features
The Stihl RB 200
- Onboard storage: With the Stihl RB 200'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: Besides the usual owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and documentation to get you promptly started, the Stihl RB 200 comes with pressure hose, soap hose, wand, oil and spray gun.
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The Stihl RB 200's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Stihl RB 200 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- Featuring 2500 PSI, the Stihl RB 200 achieves a lower pressure value compared to competing gas-powered pressure washers within the $600-700 price category. If your priority is the highest possible power of the water stream, in this price range, we suggest checking out the Briggs & Stratton 20507, which reaches up to 4000 PSI.
- When measured against items within the price range mentioned earlier, this washer, with its 2.3 GPM, falls on the lower end of achievable water flow rates. If you're looking for optimal debris removal capabilities, consider the Briggs & Stratton 20507 as one of the top choices in this price range, with a flow rate of 4 GPM.
- Featuring 5750 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM), the RB 200 sits at the lower spectrum when compared to other devices in the same price range and fuel category. For those placing importance on maximum cleaning power, the Briggs & Stratton 20507 and its 16000 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 5200 and 6300 Cleaning Units, the Stihl RB 200 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
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- On the expensive side
- Could include more nozzles
- No soap tank
- No detergent dilution mechanism
- Low PSI for the price
- Low GPM for the price
- Low CU for the price
About Stihl
Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in 1926 with the invention of the first two-person electric chainsaw, STIHL has become one of the top-selling brands of outdoor power equipment in the US and around the world. Their ever-growing product line includes gas-powered, corded-electric and battery products. Made in the USA and in China by over 2,000 dedicated employees at their state-of-the-art, dedicated, manufacturing facilities in Virginia Beach, VA, and in Qingdao, STIHL products are sold by local, authorized dealers in over 80 countries.
Warranty Information
The Stihl RB 200 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 Stihl pressure washers, please consult Stihl's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-467-8445.
