Kärcher Pressure Washer: Lineup, Key Specs & How They Compare

German cleaning equipment specialist whose K1700 pairs a 1,700 PSI / 1.2 GPM pump with a foot-pedal switch and never-flat wheels.

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Best for: Compact storage (K1700) & auto care. Focus: Compact & Car Detailing. Top Kärcher model in our catalog: Kärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer — 1700 PSI, 1.2 GPM, Foot-Switch On/Off.

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Car Detailing & Small Garage StorageKärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer — 1700 PSI, 1.2 GPM, Foot-Switch On/OffCompact Electric w/ Foot Switch · Mid-Range

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Kärcher specs, side by side

Pick	Best for	PSI · GPM · Cleaning Units	Motor / Engine & Pump	Hose, Nozzles & Frame	Weight & Power Source	Listing
Mid-RangeKärcherK1700 (1700 PSI)	Car Detailing & Small Garage Storage	1,700 PSI · 1.2 GPM · CETA certified	120V electric motor · Auto-stop pump w/ foot switch	19 ft hose · 3 nozzles (15°, turbo, 65°) · 0.5 gal detergent tank	20.7 lbs · 17.25"×16.5"×33" · Never-flat wheels	Check price on Amazon

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KärcherMid-RangeBest for: Car Detailing & Small Garage Storage

Kärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer — 1700 PSI, 1.2 GPM, Foot-Switch On/Off

Dialed into the 1,700 PSI range that is gentle on automotive paint, with an on/off foot switch, auto-stop trigger, 0.5-gallon detergent tank and never-flat wheels.

PSI · GPM · Cleaning Units1,700 PSI · 1.2 GPM · CETA certified

Motor / Engine & Pump120V electric motor · Auto-stop pump w/ foot switch

Hose, Nozzles & Frame19 ft hose · 3 nozzles (15°, turbo, 65°) · 0.5 gal detergent tank

Weight & Power Source20.7 lbs · 17.25"×16.5"×33" · Never-flat wheels

Watch out for: 2,040 Cleaning Units is gentle for cars and patio furniture but slow on heavily mildewed concrete.

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About Kärcher

German cleaning equipment specialist whose K1700 pairs a 1,700 PSI / 1.2 GPM pump with a foot-pedal switch and never-flat wheels.

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Kärcher FAQ

Who is Kärcher best for?

German cleaning equipment specialist whose K1700 pairs a 1,700 PSI / 1.2 GPM pump with a foot-pedal switch and never-flat wheels. Best for: Compact storage (K1700) & auto care.

Is HydroWashers.com affiliated with Kärcher?

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What is more important on a pressure washer: PSI or GPM?

Both matter together—multiply PSI × GPM to get Cleaning Units (CU). PSI (pounds per square inch) is the stripping force that breaks grime loose, while GPM (gallons per minute) is the water volume that flushes dirt away. For washing cars, you actually want moderate pressure (1,500–2,100 PSI) and higher GPM (1.5–1.76+ GPM) so you don't damage paint.

Best Kärcher in our catalog

Kärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer — 1700 PSI, 1.2 GPM, Foot-Switch On/Off

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