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GREENWORKS G40 vs NILFISK 160-10 Pressure Washer Comparison

Torn between buying a GREENWORKS G40 or NILFISK 160-10 pressure washer?

Greenworks/Nilfisk manufacture quality pressure washers, with the G40 – and 160-10 Excellent reflecting just that. We compared the Nilfisk 160-10 Excellent and Greenworks G40 -, analysing features, power, performance, and reviews.

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How G40 – and 160-10 Excellent Pressure Washers Work

Greenworks G40 and Nilfisk 160-10 pressure washers use a 1900 W and 2100 W (Watt) electric motor to draw up water, which is pressurised to 135 and 160 bar, respectively. Water is forced through GREENWORKS – G40 and NILFISK Excellent 160-10 jet nozzle lance, creating a powerful stream of water used to clean dirty surfaces.

The G40 and 160-10 can clean cars, vans, paving stones, decking, and all types of outdoor items. With 135 and 160 bars of pressure, the Greenworks G40 and Nilfisk 160-10 are built to blast away stains, grime, moss, mud, and dirt from hard surfaces.

GREENWORKS G40 Specs

GREENWORKS G40
  • Pressure Washer Brand: GREENWORKS
  • Model: G40
  • Series: –
  • Power(W): 1900 W
  • Pressure(bar): 135
  • Flow rate(litres per minute): 7.00 l/min
  • Hose Length(metres): 6m
  • RRP: £209.00

NILFISK 160-10 Specs

NILFISK 160-10
  • Pressure Washer Brand: NILFISK
  • Model: 160-10
  • Series: Excellent
  • Power(W): 2100 W
  • Pressure(bar): 160
  • Flow rate(litres per minute): 7.50 l/min
  • Hose Length(metres): 10m
  • RRP: £360.00

GREENWORKS G40 and NILFISK 160-10 Motor Wattage and Bar Pressure

Nilfisk 160-10 and Greenworks G40 pressure washers power is measured by their wattage and pressure (bar/force). Typically, pressure washers range between 1200 – 3000W, with the Nilfisk 160-10 rated at 2100 W and Greenworks G40 measuring 1900 W.

For bar pressure, the Greenworks – G40 is rated maximum 135 and the Nilfisk 160-10 – has max 160, which is plenty for thorough cleaning.

  • Does G40 GREENWORKS produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – GDC40 G-MAX 40V, G24PW, G24PWK4
  • Does 160-10 NILFISK produce cordless pressure washers? – No

Water Flow Rate

Water flow rate of the GREENWORKS G40 and NILFISK 160-10 pressure washer is measured in litres per minute or hours, (l/min – l/h), and informs how much water the machine goes through. GREENWORKS G40 and NILFISK 160-10 have flow rates of 7.00 l/min and 7.50 l/min, making them powerful at washing and rinsing.

  • G40 flow rate: 7.00 l/min
  • 160-10 flow rate: 7.50 l/min

Hose Length

The high-pressure hose length of 160-10 and G40 electric pressure washers affects reach. The GREENWORKS G40 comes with a 6m hose, and the NILFISK 160-10 measures 10m. Both G40 – and 160-10 Excellent pressure washer are compatible with hose extensions if required.

G40 – and 160-10 Excellent Accessories

GREENWORKS G40 – and NILFISK 160-10 Excellent pressure washers come with adjustable lance nozzles (varying spray patterns) and are compatible with Greenworks and Nilfisk accessories, including surface cleaners for patios, decking, and driveways, extension wands, brushes, detergent dispensers, snow foam, etc.

  • Greenworks G40 Supplied accessories: Retractable Handle, Wheels, Variable Fan jet nozzle, Patio cleaner, Rotary Nozzle, foam sprayer, brush
  • Nilfisk 160-10 Supplied accessories: Power Patio cleaner, G4R handle, G4R wash lance, detergent bottle
BrandModelPower (W)Pressure (bar)Hose (m)Prices
GREENWORKSG401900 W1356£209.00
NILFISK160-102100 W16010£360.00
NILFISK 160-10 vs GREENWORKS G40 Pressure Washer Quick Specs

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