Product Description
Karcher B 260 RI Bp Ride-On Floor Scrubber | 48" Cylindrical Deck | 36V AGM Batteries
The Karcher B 260 RI Bp is a high-capacity ride-on floor scrubber designed for large facilities that require fast, efficient cleaning across wide floor areas. This configuration uses the R120 cylindrical scrub deck and 53 inch parabolic squeegee to deliver increased cleaning coverage and strong water recovery for warehouses, airports, manufacturing plants, schools, and government buildings.
The cylindrical brush system provides aggressive mechanical scrubbing while also helping collect light debris during cleaning. This reduces the need for pre-sweeping in many environments. Combined with a durable steel frame, dual vacuum motors, and a top cleaning speed of 6.2 mph, the B 260 RI platform is built to deliver reliable high productivity floor cleaning.
This configuration includes the R120 cylindrical scrub head, 53 inch parabolic squeegee, and 36V 390 Ah AGM maintenance-free batteries with shelf charger. AGM batteries eliminate the need for watering and routine battery maintenance, making them a popular choice for schools, healthcare facilities, and government buildings.
Recommended Applications
- Warehouses and distribution centers
- Manufacturing plants
- Airports and transportation terminals
- School districts and universities
- Municipal and government facilities
- Large industrial buildings
Key Features
- R120 cylindrical scrub deck increases cleaning width for higher productivity
- Cylindrical brushes help collect light debris during scrubbing
- Ride-on platform with up to 6.2 mph cleaning speed for large floor areas
- Dual vacuum motors improve suction and drying performance
- 53 inch parabolic squeegee provides excellent water recovery
- Heavy-duty steel frame designed for demanding industrial environments
- Tool-free roller brush changes reduce maintenance time
- Simple operator controls and display for monitoring machine status
Specifications
- Model: B 260 RI Bp
- Manufacturer Part Number: 9.879-013.0
- Drive Type: Battery
- Scrub Deck: R120 Cylindrical
- Cleaning Width: 48 in
- Vacuum Working Width: 53 in
- Fresh / Recovery Tank Capacity: 70 / 70 gal
- Battery System: 36V AGM batteries
- Battery Capacity: 390 Ah
- Driving Speed: 6.2 mph
- Brush Speed: 1250 rpm
- Brush Contact Pressure: 330 lb
- Sound Pressure Level: 63 - 65 dB(A)
- Power Rating: 1200 W
Typical Cleaning Coverage Per Hour
The wider R120 scrub deck increases cleaning productivity compared to smaller scrubbers. When combined with the ride-on platform and high cleaning speed, the B 260 RI can clean very large floor areas quickly.
- Estimated cleaning path: 48 in
- Maximum cleaning speed: 6.2 mph
- Estimated productivity: up to 110,000 sq ft per hour (theoretical)
- Typical real-world productivity: 70,000 – 85,000 sq ft per hour depending on floor conditions
This level of productivity makes the B 260 RI ideal for large facilities such as airports, warehouses, manufacturing plants, school districts, and government buildings where fast floor cleaning is required.
Included with the Machine
- 2.763-034.0 - R120 cylindrical scrub head
- 4.777-105.0 - Parabolic squeegee, 53 in
- 4.250-137.0 - Squeegee blade, Linatex
- 36V 390 Ah AGM batteries
- Shelf charger
- Auto-fill system
- Stainless steel floater protection
- Dirt tray
- Water spray hose
- Standard working lights
Optional Accessories
- Side brush system
- Side brush spray nozzles
- Head guard and warning beacon
- Warning beacon
- Front blue spotlight
- Rear blue spotlight
- Polyurethane squeegee blades
Replacement Parts and Manuals
Manufacturer Warranty
This Karcher machine is covered by Karcher North America’s commercial equipment warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal commercial use.
View Karcher Commercial Warranty PDF
Industrial Floor Cleaning Performance for Large Facilities
The Karcher B 260 RI series is designed for large-scale floor cleaning where traditional walk-behind scrubbers cannot keep up. With a durable ride-on platform, wide cylindrical scrub deck, and large tank capacity, the B 260 helps facilities clean large floor areas faster while reducing labor requirements.
The R120 cylindrical deck increases cleaning width and productivity, making this configuration especially well suited for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, airports, and other large industrial environments where maximum coverage is important.
B 260 vs B 300 Ride-On Scrubbers
The Karcher B 260 and B 300 are both heavy-duty ride-on floor scrubbers designed for large facilities, but they serve slightly different cleaning environments.
- B 260 RI: Designed for large institutional and commercial facilities such as schools, universities, airports, and government buildings. Offers strong scrubbing performance with excellent maneuverability.
- B 300 RI: A larger industrial sweeper-scrubber platform designed to handle heavier debris loads in warehouses, logistics centers, and manufacturing plants.
Facilities that primarily need floor scrubbing typically choose the B 260 platform, while facilities with larger debris loads or industrial environments may choose the B 300 sweeper-scrubber platform.
Battery Options Explained
The Karcher B 260 RI is available with multiple battery configurations depending on runtime requirements and facility size.
- 36V 390 Ah AGM Batteries
AGM batteries are sealed lead-acid batteries designed for maintenance-free operation. They are commonly used in schools, hospitals, and government buildings because they do not require watering and have lower maintenance requirements. - 36V 650 Ah Steel Case Batteries
Steel case batteries are large industrial wet-cell batteries designed for extended runtime in demanding environments. These batteries provide significantly longer operating time between charges and are commonly used in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, airports, and other large industrial buildings.
Facilities running long cleaning shifts or covering very large floor areas often choose the 650 Ah battery configuration to maximize cleaning time and reduce charging cycles.
Disc vs Cylindrical Scrub Decks
The B 260 RI is available with both disc and cylindrical scrub deck configurations depending on floor type and cleaning needs.
- D100 Disc Deck - Best for smoother floors and facilities that prefer traditional pad or brush scrubbing, including many schools, offices, and government buildings.
- R100 Cylindrical Deck - Best for facilities that need stronger mechanical cleaning and the ability to handle light debris while scrubbing.
- R120 Cylindrical Deck - A wider cylindrical option for facilities that want more cleaning coverage and higher productivity.
Cylindrical decks are often preferred in warehouses and transportation environments, while disc decks are often chosen for smoother institutional floors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of machine is the Karcher B 260 RI Bp?
The B 260 RI Bp is a heavy-duty ride-on floor scrubber designed for high productivity cleaning in large facilities. This configuration uses the R120 cylindrical scrub deck and 53 inch parabolic squeegee for wider cleaning coverage and strong water recovery.
Is this a good machine for warehouses and industrial facilities?
Yes. The wider R120 cylindrical scrub deck makes this model especially well suited for warehouses, logistics centers, airports, manufacturing plants, and other large industrial environments where faster cleaning coverage is required.
Why choose the R120 cylindrical deck?
The R120 cylindrical deck increases cleaning width and productivity while still providing strong mechanical cleaning action. It also helps collect light debris during scrubbing, reducing the need for pre-sweeping in many facilities.
What is the difference between the parabolic squeegee and optional polyurethane blades?
The parabolic squeegee refers to the curved design of the rear squeegee assembly, which helps channel water toward the vacuum intake for better drying performance. Polyurethane blades refer to the blade material and are typically more durable in rougher industrial environments compared to standard Linatex blades.
Looking for a different B 260 configuration?
The B 260 RI platform is available in several configurations depending on scrub deck type, battery capacity, and side brush options.
- 9.879-011.0 - B 260 RI BP with D100 disc scrub deck and 36V 390 Ah AGM batteries.
- 9.879-012.0 - B 260 RI BP with R100 cylindrical scrub deck and 36V 390 Ah AGM batteries.
- 9.879-013.0 - B 260 RI BP with R120 cylindrical scrub deck and 53 inch squeegee for wider cleaning coverage.
- 9.879-014.0 - B 260 RI BP with dual side brushes for improved debris pickup.
- 9.879-062.0 - B 260 RI BP with dual side brushes and R120 cylindrical deck.
- 9.879-063.0 - B 260 RI BP with dual side brushes and 650 Ah industrial batteries.
- 9.887-001.0 - B 260 RI BP with R100 cylindrical deck and 650 Ah steel case batteries.
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