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MAKITA HW132/2 vs RYOBI RY140PWA Pressure Washer Comparison

Torn between buying a MAKITA HW132/2 or RYOBI RY140PWA pressure washer?

Makita/Ryobi manufacture quality pressure washers, with the HW132/2 – and RY140PWA – reflecting just that. We compared the Ryobi RY140PWA – and Makita HW132/2 -, analysing features, power, performance, and reviews.

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How HW132/2 – and RY140PWA – Pressure Washers Work

Makita HW132/2 and Ryobi RY140PWA pressure washers use a 2100 W and 1800 W (Watt) electric motor to draw up water, which is pressurised to 140 and 140 bar, respectively. Water is forced through MAKITA – HW132/2 and RYOBI – RY140PWA jet nozzle lance, creating a powerful stream of water used to clean dirty surfaces.

The HW132/2 and RY140PWA can clean cars, vans, paving stones, decking, and all types of outdoor items. With 140 and 140 bars of pressure, the Makita HW132/2 and Ryobi RY140PWA are built to blast away stains, grime, moss, mud, and dirt from hard surfaces.

MAKITA HW132/2 Specs

MAKITA HW132/2
  • Pressure Washer Brand: MAKITA
  • Model: HW132/2
  • Series: –
  • Power(W): 2100 W
  • Pressure(bar): 140
  • Flow rate(litres per minute): 7.00 l/min
  • Hose Length(metres): 8m
  • RRP: £350.00

RYOBI RY140PWA Specs

RYOBI RY140PWA
  • Pressure Washer Brand: RYOBI
  • Model: RY140PWA
  • Series: –
  • Power(W): 1800 W
  • Pressure(bar): 140
  • Flow rate(litres per minute): 7.00 l/min
  • Hose Length(metres): 6m
  • RRP: £149.00

MAKITA HW132/2 and RYOBI RY140PWA Motor Wattage and Bar Pressure

Ryobi RY140PWA and Makita HW132/2 pressure washers power is measured by their wattage and pressure (bar/force). Typically, pressure washers range between 1200 – 3000W, with the Ryobi RY140PWA rated at 1800 W and Makita HW132/2 measuring 2100 W.

For bar pressure, the Makita – HW132/2 is rated maximum 140 and the Ryobi RY140PWA – has max 140, which is plenty for thorough cleaning.

  • Does HW132/2 MAKITA produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – DHW180Z 18V LXT, DHW080ZK
  • Does RY140PWA RYOBI produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – ONE+, RY18PW22A-0, RY120350, RY18PWX41A-0

Water Flow Rate

Water flow rate of the MAKITA HW132/2 and RYOBI RY140PWA pressure washer is measured in litres per minute or hours, (l/min – l/h), and informs how much water the machine goes through. MAKITA HW132/2 and RYOBI RY140PWA have flow rates of 7.00 l/min and 7.00 l/min, making them powerful at washing and rinsing.

  • HW132/2 flow rate: 7.00 l/min
  • RY140PWA flow rate: 7.00 l/min

Hose Length

The high-pressure hose length of RY140PWA and HW132/2 electric pressure washers affects reach. The MAKITA HW132/2 comes with a 8m hose, and the RYOBI RY140PWA measures 6m. Both HW132/2 – and RY140PWA – pressure washer are compatible with hose extensions if required.

HW132/2 – and RY140PWA – Accessories

MAKITA HW132/2 – and RYOBI RY140PWA – pressure washers come with adjustable lance nozzles (varying spray patterns) and are compatible with Makita and Ryobi accessories, including surface cleaners for patios, decking, and driveways, extension wands, brushes, detergent dispensers, snow foam, etc.

  • Makita HW132/2 Supplied accessories: Cleaning brush, turbo nozzle, foam sprayer, hose reel, adaptor
  • Ryobi RY140PWA Supplied accessories: Turbo Lance, Brush attachment, Patio Surface Cleaner, Vario Lance, trigger spray gun
BrandModelPower (W)Pressure (bar)Hose (m)Prices
MAKITAHW132/22100 W1408£350.00
RYOBIRY140PWA1800 W1406£149.00
RYOBI RY140PWA vs MAKITA HW132/2 Pressure Washer Quick Specs

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