Part of the most powerful line of vacs RIDGID has ever made, the RIDGID 16 Gal. NXT vac with detachable blower is sleeker than ever and unmatched in value – with all the specs of the 16 Gal. NXT vac and the bonus of 2 tools in 1. Detach the powerhead, attach the blower wand, and you have a powerful leaf blower that outperforms the most dedicated in the market at 190 MPH. The 6.5 peak horsepower motor is RIDGID’s highest-rated motor engineered for the Pro who needs the most power and highest performance. The 16 Gal. NXT vac includes the first ever 2-1/2 in. locking accessories that lock onto a wand or hose which means no downtime from attachments coming apart. The Gutter Cleaning Kit includes an elbow attachment which makes leaf removal easy. This is the ideal vac for yard clean-up. Replacement filter VF4000 and Size A VF3502 Dust Collection Bags sold separately.
- Maximum power 6.5 peak horsepower NXT vac for heavy-duty cleanup
- Offers 2 tools in 1 with powerful detachable emission free blower for convenient blowing of debris
- Gutter elbow is designed with a convenient angle for high-reach cleaning
- NEW 2-1/2 in. locking accessories lock your hose to your wands to your floor tools, so nothing falls off in use
- 20 ft. power cord provides the most reach and stores easily using cord wrap
- Storage features include: hose storage that keeps hose neat and secure when stowing or transporting, tool storage caddy securely stores the attached accessories even when lifting and emptying the drum
- Convenience features include: comfort grip drum carry handles for easy lifting, large ergonomic top carry handle, large power switch and swivel casters with accessory storage
- 4 swivel casters provide 360° movement
- Caster feet fit and store both 1-7/8 in. and 2-1/2 in. Dia accessories
- Includes 2 wands, a utility nozzle, a car nozzle, a wet nozzle, locking blowing wand, 90° gutter elbow, blowing nozzle and VF4000 filter
- Patented QwikLock filter snaps on or off the vacuum for easy cleaning without any tools
- Accepts RIDGID filter VF4200 and Size A – VF3502 dust collection bags
- Peak horsepower represents a level at or below the maximum horsepower output of an electric motor tested in a laboratory using a dynamometer
- Gallons indicated reflect drum volume, not necessarily collection capacity, actual capacity dependent upon type of debris collected, condition of filter and other factors
- Full lifetime warranty against material defects and workmanship
Myrtie Hauck (verified owner) –
Seems to work really well so far. I’ve only used it twice.
Shannon Hane (verified owner) –
This thing SUCKS. I’ve actually used the blower conversion more than I expected, too.
Marcella Gutmann (verified owner) –
It has great suction and is so nice to wheel around.
Carrie Brakus (verified owner) –
Only problem is that the tube is easily disconnected from the body.Have to push can’t pull.
Celia Weimann (verified owner) –
Very sturdy and versatile shop vac. I have it set up as part of a dust collection system, but also love the detachable top blower
Edwin Daugherty (verified owner) –
I bought this for a Christmas gift for my nephew and he loves it.
Peter Muller (verified owner) –
It’s was a gift for someone else
Kiel Doyle (verified owner) –
Didn’t even realize the complexity of this shop vac! Great quality and also seconds as a detachable leaf blower. Love it!
Ruby Larson (verified owner) –
Easy to set up and really please with the powerful motor.
Frankie Macejkovic (verified owner) –
Powerful, easy to use,big improvements on attachments and hook up.
Reinhold Schuppe (verified owner) –
Good wet/dry vac unit with detachable blower is just what I was looking for. I would rate it higher than I did but the reason for that is I have yet to use it.
Verla Douglas (verified owner) –
It is worth the money.
Lorenzo Runte (verified owner) –
My dad was so excited to receive this gift! All the different parts really help for any job. Awesome product
Amy Wilderman (verified owner) –
It performed as i expected it would.
Sydnie Sanford (verified owner) –
You will NOT be disappointed!!!!
Kaela Muller (verified owner) –
GREAT shop vac. Stronger and much quieter than the one it replaced!
Leonora Streich (verified owner) –
This replaced a Craftsman model over 20 years old with similar features, if it lasts as good as it, I will be well pleased.
Zella Dach (verified owner) –
Doesn’t have the suction but I thought it should have
May Swift (verified owner) –
This has been good enough to keep up with my table saw as dust collection. So far it has worked great.
Doug Stark (verified owner) –
Works good for what I’m doing with it