Product Description
Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp 59" Battery Ride-On Industrial Sweeper
The Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp is a battery-powered ride-on industrial sweeper built for large warehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, parking areas, transportation facilities, and heavy-duty facility maintenance. This consolidated product uses MJK98413380 as the base machine and allows the customer to choose the configuration package that best fits their facility.
Built for demanding industrial sweeping, the KM 150/500 R Bp combines a rugged steel chassis, fully hydraulic drive and sweeping system, large 132-gallon hopper, 75 ft² filter area, 47-inch main cylindrical broom, and battery-powered operation for facilities that need large-area cleaning with low-noise, emission-free operation at the machine.
Quick Highlights
Configuration Package Options
Select the configuration package above before adding the machine to cart. The base product uses MJK98413380 as the default option.
| Option | Store SKU | Clean Karcher Reference | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Machine STL | MJK98413380 | 98413380 | Base battery-powered sweeper package with steel case batteries and standard charger. |
| Overhead Guard STL | MJK98413390 | 98413390 | Facilities wanting added overhead operator protection. |
| Overhead Guard + Front/Rear Lights STL | MJK98413400 | 98413400 | Low-light warehouses, industrial sites, and large facility routes. |
| 2 Side Brushes STL | MJK98413410 | 98413410 | Wider sweeping path and improved edge cleaning on both sides. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Overhead Guard STL | MJK98413420 | 98413420 | High-productivity sweeping with overhead operator protection. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Overhead Guard + Front/Rear Lights STL | MJK98413430 | 98413430 | Complete standard-charger package with 2 side brushes, guard, and lights. |
| Standard Machine STL + High-Efficiency Charger | MJK98413440 | 98413440 | Base machine package with high-efficiency charging. |
| Overhead Guard STL + High-Efficiency Charger | MJK98413450 | 98413450 | Overhead guard package with high-efficiency charging. |
| Overhead Guard + Front/Rear Lights STL + High-Efficiency Charger | MJK98413460 | 98413460 | Guard, lighting, and high-efficiency charging in one package. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Overhead Guard STL + High-Efficiency Charger | MJK98413480 | 98413480 | High-productivity 2 side brush package with guard and high-efficiency charger. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Overhead Guard + Front/Rear Lights STL + High-Efficiency Charger | MJK98413490 | 98413490 | Most complete Bp configuration with 2 side brushes, guard, lights, and high-efficiency charging. |
Recommended Applications
- Warehouses and distribution centers
- Manufacturing plants and industrial facilities
- Large parking structures and paved facility areas
- Transportation hubs, logistics centers, and service yards
- Public buildings, campuses, municipal facilities, and event venues
- Facilities needing a large battery-powered ride-on sweeper for indoor or noise-sensitive cleaning
- Heavy-duty dry sweeping where a larger hopper and wider broom are needed
Key Features
Maximum Industrial Sweeping Performance
The KM 150/500 R Bp is built for heavy-duty sweeping where wide coverage, large hopper capacity, and industrial durability are required.
Fully Hydraulic Drive & Sweeping System
Fully hydraulic traction drive and sweeping operation support consistent performance in demanding commercial and industrial environments.
Large 132 Gallon Hopper
The large debris hopper helps reduce dumping stops during long industrial sweeping routes.
Large Dust Filter Area
The flat pleat filter system and large 75 ft² filter area help manage dust during dry sweeping.
Best For
- Large industrial facilities with long sweeping routes
- Heavy dry debris, dust, packaging debris, and facility soil
- Large indoor spaces where battery-powered operation is preferred
- Wide aisles, loading docks, production floors, service yards, and paved surfaces
- Customers choosing between standard, 2 side brush, overhead guard, lighting, and charger packages
Not Ideal For
- Wet pickup or liquid recovery
- Carpet vacuuming or floor scrubbing
- Small rooms, tight offices, or congested spaces
- Applications requiring LPG power instead of battery power
- Fine hazardous dust collection without confirming proper filtration and safety requirements
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Karcher
- Model: KM 150/500 R Bp
- Base Store SKU: MJK98413380
- Base Clean Karcher Reference: 98413380
- Equipment Type: Battery-powered ride-on industrial sweeper
- Power / Drive: 48 V / 10 kW DC motor
- Theoretical Area Performance: Up to 193,752 ft²/hr with 2 side brushes
- Working Width - Main Broom: 47 in
- Working Width with 1 Side Brush: 59 in
- Working Width with 2 Side Brushes: 71 in
- Waste Container Capacity: 132 gal
- Climbing Capacity: 12 percent grade
- Working Speed: 5 mph
- Filter Area: 75 ft²
- Weight: 5,650 lb
- Dimensions: 96" L x 61" W x 65" H
- Battery: Two 24 V, 721 Ah steel case batteries
- Charger Options: Standard 48 V charger or high-efficiency 48 V charger depending on selected configuration
Included with the Machine
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp ride-on industrial sweeper
- Selected configuration package
- Steel case battery setup on STL configurations
- Standard charger or high-efficiency charger depending on selected package
- 47" regular main cylindrical brush
- Regular side brush configuration based on selected package
- Flat pleat filter system
- Warning beacon
- Rear back-up alarm
- Steel hopper
- Overhead guard and front/rear lights when selected as part of the configuration package
Cleaning Productivity & Configuration Differences
The Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp is available in multiple configuration packages so facilities can choose the right setup for sweeping width, productivity, charger type, operator protection, and visibility. The biggest productivity difference is whether the machine is configured with 1 side brush or 2 side brushes.
Best for general warehouse, facility, and industrial sweeping routes where one edge brush is enough.
2 side brush configuration for maximum coverage, wider aisles, parking areas, and faster edge cleaning.
Which setup should you choose?
- You want the lowest starting price
- Most debris is in open aisles or traffic lanes
- You do not need edge cleaning on both sides
- You want a simpler base machine package
- You want the highest productivity
- You clean wide aisles, parking areas, or open spaces
- You need better edge cleaning on both sides
- You want to reduce passes on large sweeping routes
Best for facilities using normal overnight or scheduled charging routines.
Recommended where high-efficiency charging is preferred or required, including California and Oregon.
Helpful for industrial sites, low-light areas, parking structures, warehouses, and added operator visibility.
For large warehouses, distribution centers, parking structures, and high-production sweeping routes, choose a 2 side brush configuration. For general facility sweeping where budget is the priority, the standard 1 side brush configuration is the better starting point.
Actual productivity may vary based on floor layout, debris type, surface condition, operator pace, battery condition, hopper dumping, traffic, dust control requirements, and selected configuration.
Optional Accessories & Replacement Wear Parts
Common accessories and replacement wear parts for the Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp are listed below. Use the SKU links to search compatible parts and supplies.
Main Roller Brushes
- Main Cylindrical Brush, Regular, 47" – SKU 69870850 standard main cylindrical brush for Bp machine.
- Main Cylindrical Brush, Hard, 47" – SKU 69874360 harder brush option for more aggressive sweeping needs.
- Main Cylindrical Brush, Soft Natural, 47" – SKU 69874370 soft natural brush option.
Side Brushes
- Side Brush, Regular – SKU 69870830 regular side brush for standard sweeping applications.
- Side Brush, Hard – SKU 69057730 harder side brush for tougher debris.
- Side Brush, Soft – SKU 69056200 soft side brush for lighter debris and sensitive surfaces.
- Side Brush, Hard Steel Bristles – SKU 69056190 aggressive side brush option for heavy-duty applications.
Filters
- Flat Pleat Filter, Green, Standard – SKU 69881590 standard flat pleat filter. Two are required to fill the filter compartment.
- Flat Pleat Filter, White – SKU 69871770 optional flat pleat filter. Two are required to fill the filter compartment.
Battery & Chargers
- Battery, 24V, 721Ah Steel Case – SKU 86368960 replacement steel case battery. Two are required.
- Battery Charger, 48V, Standard – SKU 86372910 standard 48V charger.
- Battery Charger, 48V, High-Efficiency – SKU 86372930 high-efficiency 48V charger. Required in California and Oregon.
Wheels, Safety & Factory-Installed Options
- Front Wheel, Solid Rubber, Set of 2 – SKU 45153290 puncture-proof front wheel set.
- Front/Rear Light Kit – SKU 86369530 factory-installed lighting option.
- Comfort Seat – SKU 86402560 comfort seat option.
- Seat Belt – SKU 86402080 seat belt accessory.
- Left Side Broom Kit – SKU 86369890 factory-installed left side broom kit.
- Dust Control Cover for Side Brush – SKU 86389920 factory-installed dust control cover for side brush.
- Overhead Guard – SKU 86389900 factory-installed overhead guard.
- Overhead Guard with Windscreen & Wiper – SKU 86389910 factory-installed overhead guard with windscreen and wiper.
- Water Spray Dust Control System – SKU 86389750 factory-installed water spray dust control system.
Recommended Supplies
Keep replacement brushes, filters, and wear parts available to support daily sweeping routes and reduce downtime.
- Main cylindrical brushes for routine wear replacement
- Side brushes for edge sweeping and perimeter cleaning
- Flat pleat filters for dust-control performance
- Battery and charger components for compatible Bp configurations
- Wheel, safety, and visibility accessories for machine support
Manuals and Documents
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp Product Information Sheet - 98413380
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp Product Information Sheet - 98413390
- Karcher Sweeper Safety Instructions
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp Operator Manual
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp Additional Manual
- Karcher Parts Manuals and Model Lookup
Free Demo Available
See if the Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp is the right fit for your facility. Monster Janitorial can help compare 1 side brush and 2 side brush configurations, standard charger and high-efficiency charger packages, overhead guard needs, lighting options, replacement brushes, filters, batteries, chargers, and ongoing maintenance supplies.
- Compare 59" and 71" sweeping configurations
- Review standard charger vs high-efficiency charger packages
- Get help choosing overhead guard and front/rear light configurations
- Get support with compatible brushes, filters, batteries, chargers, and parts
Questions? Email sales@monsterjanitorial.com or call 956-772-4842.
Replacement Parts and Manuals
Replacement brushes, filters, batteries, chargers, wheels, safety accessories, and additional machine parts can be searched by SKU. If you are not sure which part is correct for your machine, contact Monster Janitorial with your model and serial number before ordering.
- Search parts for Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp
- Shop Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp parts and accessories
- Karcher Parts Manuals and Model Lookup
Manufacturer Warranty
Karcher commercial equipment warranty coverage may vary by machine type, battery package, part category, and usage. For warranty questions, service support, or coverage confirmation, contact Monster Janitorial before purchasing or submitting a warranty request.
- Warranty support available for qualifying Karcher commercial equipment
- Model and serial number may be required for warranty verification
- Battery and charger warranty coverage may vary by configuration
- Wear items, brushes, filters, wheels, batteries, chargers, and misuse-related damage may be excluded or limited
- Commercial use, maintenance history, and application may affect warranty eligibility
Questions? Email sales@monsterjanitorial.com or call 956-772-4842.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which SKU is the base product?
The base product SKU is MJK98413380. This is the standard KM 150/500 R Bp STL battery-powered ride-on sweeper configuration.
What does 2SB mean?
2SB means the machine is configured with two side brushes. This increases the sweeping width from 59 inches with one side brush to 71 inches with two side brushes.
What is the difference between standard charger and high-efficiency charger?
Standard charger packages include the standard 48V charger. High-efficiency charger packages include the high-efficiency charger option, which may be required in California and Oregon.
Is this the battery-powered version?
Yes. This page is for the Karcher KM 150/500 R Bp battery-powered ride-on sweeper. LPG versions should be listed separately as their own base machine.
How productive is the KM 150/500 R Bp?
The machine has theoretical area performance up to 193,752 ft²/hr with two side brushes. Actual productivity may vary by surface, debris, operator pace, traffic, and facility layout.
Can this sweeper pick up liquids?
No. This is a dry debris ride-on sweeper. It is not intended for wet pickup, spill recovery, or floor scrubbing.
Does this machine include a steel hopper?
Yes. The KM 150/500 R Bp configurations include a steel hopper.
Should accessories be added as product variants?
No. Brushes, filters, wheels, batteries, chargers, seats, belts, guards, and other wear parts should remain listed as optional accessories or replacement parts, not machine variants.
Institutional Purchasing Support
- D-U-N-S Number: 080901706
- UEI Number: U4TYL7A5LEN9
- Purchase order support available for approved schools, government agencies, and institutions
- Quote support available for facility managers, procurement teams, and fiscal departments
Why Choose Monster Janitorial?
- Authorized Karcher commercial cleaning equipment support
- Fast order processing
- Expert product support for equipment, parts, chemicals, and accessories
- Configuration package guidance
- Commercial quote support for facility purchasing teams
Questions? Email sales@monsterjanitorial.com or call 956-772-4842.
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