Product Description
Karcher Heavy-Duty LPG Industrial Sweeping
59- to 71-inch LPG ride-on industrial sweeper with a 132-gallon hopper, 75 ft² filter area, and theoretical productivity up to 193,752 ft²/hr.
The Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg is an LP-powered ride-on industrial sweeper built for heavy-duty sweeping in warehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, transportation facilities, parking areas, and large industrial environments. This consolidated product uses MJK98414040 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 Lpg 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 high working speed for large-area sweeping where LP power is preferred.
Quick Highlights
Configuration Package Options
Select the configuration package above before adding the machine to cart. The base product uses MJK98414040 as the default option.
| Option | Store SKU | Clean Karcher Reference | Weight | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Machine with 1 Side Brush + Warning Beacon | MJK98414040 | 98414040 | 3,119 lb | Lowest-cost base LPG sweeper package with 59" sweeping width. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Warning Beacon | MJK98414050 | 98414050 | 3,119 lb | Wider sweeping coverage and improved edge cleaning on both sides. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Overhead Guard + Warning Beacon | MJK98414060 | 98414060 | 3,119 lb | High-productivity 2 side brush setup with added overhead operator protection. |
| 2 Side Brushes + Overhead Guard + Working Lights + Warning Beacon | MJK98414070 | 98414070 | 3,119 lb | Most complete 2 side brush LPG package with guard and working lights. |
| Overhead Guard + Warning Beacon | MJK98414080 | 98414080 | 3,119 lb | 1 side brush configuration with overhead operator protection. |
| Overhead Guard + Working Lights + Warning Beacon | MJK98414090 | 98414090 | 3,119 lb | 1 side brush configuration with overhead guard and working lights. |
Recommended Applications
- Warehouses and distribution centers
- Manufacturing plants and industrial facilities
- Parking structures and paved facility areas
- Transportation hubs, logistics centers, and service yards
- Public buildings, campuses, municipal facilities, and event venues
- Large dry sweeping routes where LP power is preferred
- Heavy-duty sweeping where a large hopper and wide broom are needed
Key Features
Heavy-Duty LPG Sweeping
The KM 150/500 R Lpg is built for demanding industrial sweeping where wide coverage, large hopper capacity, and durable LP power 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
- Outdoor or large indoor areas where LP-powered sweeping is appropriate
- Wide aisles, loading docks, production floors, service yards, and paved surfaces
- Customers choosing between 1 side brush, 2 side brush, overhead guard, and working light packages
Not Ideal For
- Wet pickup or liquid recovery
- Carpet vacuuming or floor scrubbing
- Small rooms, tight offices, or congested spaces
- Facilities requiring battery-powered operation instead of LP power
- Fine hazardous dust collection without confirming proper filtration and safety requirements
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Karcher
- Model: KM 150/500 R Lpg
- Base Store SKU: MJK98414040
- Base Clean Karcher Reference: 98414040
- Equipment Type: LP-powered ride-on industrial sweeper
- Drive: Four-stroke LPG engine / Kubota
- Power: 22 kW
- 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: 18 percent grade
- Working Speed: 7 mph
- Filter Area: 75 ft²
- Weight: 3,119 lb
- Dimensions: 96" L x 61" W x 65" H
- Configuration Options: 1 side brush, 2 side brushes, overhead guard, working lights, and warning beacon packages
Included with the Machine
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg ride-on industrial sweeper
- Selected configuration 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 working lights when selected as part of the configuration package
Cleaning Productivity & Configuration Differences
The Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg is available in multiple configuration packages so facilities can choose the right setup for sweeping width, productivity, 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
Helpful for industrial sites where added operator protection is preferred.
Useful for low-light areas, parking structures, warehouses, and early or late cleaning routes.
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, 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 Lpg 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.
- 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.
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
- Wheel, safety, and visibility accessories for machine support
- Factory-installed options for dust control, lighting, overhead guard, and side broom needs
Manuals and Documents
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg Product Information Sheet
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg Parts / Diagram Document
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg Operator Manual
- Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg Additional Manual
- Karcher Parts Manuals and Model Lookup
Free Demo Available
See if the Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg is the right fit for your facility. Monster Janitorial can help compare 1 side brush and 2 side brush configurations, overhead guard needs, working light options, replacement brushes, filters, and ongoing maintenance supplies.
- Compare 59" and 71" sweeping configurations
- Review 1 side brush vs 2 side brush packages
- Get help choosing overhead guard and working light configurations
- Get support with compatible brushes, filters, wheels, and parts
Questions? Email sales@monsterjanitorial.com or call 956-772-4842.
Replacement Parts
Shop Karcher main brushes, side brushes, filters, wheels, seats, guards, lighting components, dust-control accessories, and related service parts.
Shop Karcher Replacement PartsManufacturer Warranty
Karcher commercial equipment warranty coverage may vary by machine type, engine system, 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
- Engine-related coverage may vary by manufacturer and equipment configuration
- Wear items, brushes, filters, wheels, belts, 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.
MJ University Learning Center
Explore industrial sweeper selection, one versus two side brushes, dust control, hopper capacity, LPG equipment, broom selection, and sweeper maintenance resources.
Visit MJ UniversityFrequently Asked Questions
Which SKU is the base product?
The base product SKU is MJK98414040. This is the KM 150/500 R Lpg base machine with 1 side brush and warning beacon.
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.
Is this the LPG-powered version?
Yes. This page is for the Karcher KM 150/500 R Lpg LP-powered ride-on sweeper. Battery-powered Bp versions should be listed separately as their own base machine.
How productive is the KM 150/500 R Lpg?
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 Lpg configurations include a steel hopper.
Should accessories be added as product variants?
No. Brushes, filters, wheels, seats, belts, guards, lights, 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
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