Pallas+ Trolley Car Washer – Mobile 100-180 Bar Cleaning Unit
The Pallas trolley car washer is a mobile, cart-mounted cold-water pressure washer built on a brass-head pump and supplied with a new-model plastic cover. Four models in the Pallas+ range cover 100 bar to 180 bar at 14-15 L/min, with motor ratings from 2.2 kW to 4.0 kW. Pump, motor and connections sit on a wheeled trolley with a 10 m high-pressure hose, so the unit can be repositioned between wash bays without dismantling pipework.
Pallas+ Trolley Range Specifications
| Parameter | Pallas+14100 | Pallas+14120 | Pallas+14150 | Pallas+15180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum flow | 14 L/min (3.6 GPM) | 14 L/min (3.6 GPM) | 14 L/min (3.6 GPM) | 15 L/min (4 GPM) |
| Maximum pressure | 100 bar / 1450 psi | 120 bar / 1740 psi | 150 bar / 2170 psi | 180 bar / 2600 psi |
| Pump head material | Brass | Brass | Brass | Brass |
| Pressure regulator | Fitted | Fitted | Fitted | Fitted |
| Autoswitch (auto start-stop) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Motor power | 2.2 kW | 2.5 kW | 3.0 kW | 4.0 kW |
| Motor speed | 1450 rpm | 1450 rpm | 1450 rpm | 1450 rpm |
| Voltage / frequency | 220 V / 50 Hz | 220 V / 50 Hz | 380 V / 50 Hz | 380 V / 50 Hz |
| High-pressure hose | 10 m | 10 m | 10 m | 10 m |
| Water inlet hose | 2 m | 2 m | 2 m | 2 m |
| Inlet filter | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Gun and lance | Short gun | Short gun | Short gun | Short gun |
| Nozzle tips | 4 tips, quick connect | 4 tips, quick connect | 4 tips, quick connect | 4 tips, quick connect |
| Net weight | 55 kg | 60 kg | 65 kg | 70 kg |
| Product size | 700 x 450 x 600 mm | 700 x 450 x 600 mm | 700 x 450 x 600 mm | 700 x 450 x 600 mm |
| Shipping size | 702 x 570 x 525 mm | 702 x 570 x 525 mm | 702 x 570 x 525 mm | 702 x 570 x 525 mm |
What the Trolley Format Changes in Practice
A fixed wall-mounted cleaner serves exactly one position. A trolley unit reaches further, because the 10 m high-pressure hose plus the 2 m inlet hose lets one machine cover two or three consecutive vehicle positions before it has to be wheeled forward. That matters in detailing shops where cars are processed one after another, and in yards where the washing point follows the vehicle rather than the other way round.
The 700 x 450 x 600 mm body passes through a standard 800 mm doorway, and the 55-70 kg net weight is manageable for one operator on level ground. The four castor positions let the unit be parked against a wall between jobs, so it does not permanently occupy a wash bay.
The new-model plastic cover on this revision replaces the earlier painted metal shell. Plastic does not corrode in a wet, detergent-heavy bay and does not trap water along seams, which is where painted steel covers normally fail first.
Pump, Controls and Operator Safety
- Brass pump head on all four models. Brass resists the scale and detergent attack that erodes aluminium heads in hard-water areas, which is the usual cause of lost pressure on older units.
- Pressure regulator fitted as standard. Working pressure can be turned down for delicate surfaces such as alloy wheels, painted panels or boat gelcoat, without swapping nozzles.
- Autoswitch (auto start-stop). The motor stops when the trigger is released and restarts on demand, cutting idle running and heat build-up during long sessions.
- Four quick-connect nozzles and a short gun. The 0, 15, 25 and 40 degree set covers a pencil jet for concrete and a wide fan for bodywork, with the short gun preferred for close vehicle work.
- Inlet filter on 14100, 14150 and 15180. Keeps grit out of the valves and prolongs seal life; a 2 m suction hose is supplied.
Choosing Between the Four Models
The 14100 at 2.2 kW and 100 bar is the light-duty entry model for occasional vehicle washing and household use on a 220 V supply. The 14120 raises pressure to 120 bar at 2.5 kW, still on single-phase 220 V, which suits daily detailing where more impact is needed on wheels and lower panels.
The 14150 and 15180 move to three-phase 380 V. The 14150 delivers 150 bar at 3.0 kW and the 15180 delivers 180 bar at 15 L/min with a 4.0 kW motor, making it the model for continuous commercial use, truck fleets and heavy soil. Confirm the site supply before ordering, because single-phase and three-phase units are not interchangeable.
Typical Applications
- Car wash and detailing bays where the machine moves between positions
- Taxi, van and light fleet yards
- Farm machinery, trailers and milking equipment
- Workshop floors, engine bays and parts washing
- Construction plant and small earthmoving equipment
- Boat yards and marina slipways
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Pallas+ trolley run from a water tank instead of a tap?
Yes. The 2 m inlet hose with filter is designed for suction feed, so the unit can draw from a tank or drum provided the supply keeps up with the 14-15 L/min demand and the filter stays submerged.
What actually separates the 14120 from the 14150?
Two things: pressure and voltage. The 14120 gives 120 bar from a 2.5 kW single-phase 220 V motor, while the 14150 gives 150 bar from a 3.0 kW three-phase 380 V motor. A site without three-phase power cannot run the 14150.
Is the plastic cover durable enough for outdoor storage?
It resists rain and detergent splash and will not rust, which is the main advantage over a painted steel cover. For long-term outdoor parking, keep the unit under a roof or cover and drain the pump before frost.
Which model suits a two-bay self-service car wash?
Two 15180 units, one per bay, give 180 bar and 15 L/min each with three-phase power, which is the usual configuration for continuous self-service operation. A single 14100 moved between bays is adequate only for low-volume sites.
Related Equipment
Where the machine stays in one position, the Pallas trolley car washer is not the right choice: compare instead the Pallas wall mounted pressure washer and the 2600 psi Pallas+ wall mounted unit, which use the same pump platform without the trolley. Browse the full single-phase high pressure cleaner range for 220 V models, or the three-phase range for 380 V units.
