Stihl RB 200 - 2500 PSI 2.3 GPM 173cc Gas Pressure Washer
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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Description
When you need to do a heavy cleaning on your deck, house or equipment, the STIHL RB 200 pressure washer does it all without fuss. Its powerful 173 cc (5 hp) engine delivers 2,500 psi of water pressure – powerful enough to tackle tough cleaning jobs on sidewalks, driveways, decks and more. This power washer also features an easy start pump system, so no hard pulls or difficult starts. It also comes standard with a detergent injector system, so you can easily add detergents to the washer for efficient cleaning.
Zoom on the Stihl RB 200
In a nutshell, the Stihl RB 200 is a medium duty pressure washer, which not only offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, but that also allows:
- comprehensive cleaning of hard surfaces, vehicle washing, and readying surfaces for painting
- utilizing cleaning solutions, and rinsing surfaces clean
Ahead are presented its power characteristics and design, its main features and any other additional features.
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.
Fuel for the pressure washer is housed in a tank capable of holding up to 0.38 gallon of gasoline.
Design & Handling
Enhanced mobility is a key feature of the Stihl RB 200, thanks to its hand truck design. The durable steel tubing frame of the assembly ensures its longevity, providing stability and shielding internal components from damage, even in tough conditions. The folding handle enhances its mobility, while allowing for a convenient storage.
This unit, weighing 62.5 lbs, strikes a comfortable balance between portability and stability, ensuring easy maneuvering for users of various strengths. This substantial weight can be partially attributed to the incorporation of the 173cc Kohler 173XT engine and a resilient steel tubing frame. However, with its two 12" wheels, the RB 200 is easy to maneuver.
Main Features
The Stihl RB 200
The Stihl RB 200's package includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 3 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, with a more detailed description below.
- Soap injection: While not equipped with a soap tank, the device maintains detergent supply through a siphon hose. The Stihl RB 200 is not equipped with a soap dilution mechanism, and thus, it is up to the user to ensure the detergent’s correct dilution ratio when using it. Upon attaching a soap nozzle, the pressure washer seamlessly integrates the detergent into the water flow.
- Pressure hose: When not in use, the unit allows for tidy storage of the included 25 ft high-pressure hose using a set of convenient hooks, ensuring convenient organization.
- Spray gun and wand: A side hook enables you to easily store the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand.
- Nozzles: Review the table below to learn about the 3 included nozzles and the surfaces they're recommended for.
15° | 25° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | |||
| Siding, gutters, house | |||
| Fencing, deck, patio | |||
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV |
Note: The shape of the nozzles above is for illustration purposes only and may differ.
Not recommended. Suitable. Use with caution.
Other Features
The Stihl RB 200
- Onboard storage: The Stihl RB 200's handy storage area lets you store nozzles and accessories, and thus, you’ll be always prepared and have everything necessary for the job 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 Stihl RB 200 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, oil, spray gun, pressure hose and soap hose.
Product Videos
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.
- The Stihl RB 200 with its 2500 PSI achieves a lower pressure value, compared to other gas-powered pressure washers in the $700-800 price range. If the highest possible power of the water stream is your priority, one of the champions in this price range is the A-iPower PWF4200SH with 4200 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 rinsing away debris most efficiently is your priority, one of the devices with the highest GPM in this price range is the A-iPower PWF4200SH, which can reach up to 4 GPM.
- Amongst similarly priced gas-powered devices, the 5750 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) of the RB 200 rank as low. In case you are looking for the highest overall cleaning power, in this price range, one of the current champions is the A-iPower PWF4200SH and its 16800 Cleaning Units.
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
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Engine | 173cc 5 HP Kohler 173XT 4-stroke OHV |
| Pump | Axial |
| Water | Cold (125°F max.) |
| PSI | 2500 |
| GPM | 2.3 |
| Cleaning Units | 5750 |
| Frame | Steel tubing |
|---|---|
| Handling | Hand Truck |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12" |
| Weight | 62.5 lbs |
| Dimensions | Approx. 27.3 x 18.1 x 37.3 in (D x W x H) |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
|---|---|
| Soap dilution | No |
| Nozzles | 15°, 25°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 25 ft |
| Security | Trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
|---|---|
| Emissions | EPA |
| Included accessories | Oil, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, soap hose, 3 nozzles |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 886661293698 |
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 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.
