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Hilti TE 3000-AVR vs Karcher K5 Power Control Flex
The Hilti TE 3000-AVR is a heavy breaker. The Karcher K5 Power Control Flex is a domestic electric pressure washer for patios, cars and outdoor cleaning.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hilti TE 3000-AVR | Karcher K5 Power Control Flex | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 27.08kg | 12.4 kg (without accessories) |
| Impact energy | 0.085kJ (85J) | - |
| Impact rate | 858bpm | - |
| Motor | Maintenance-free SR (brushless) motor | - |
| Max pressure | - | 20-145 bar |
| Max flow rate | - | 500 l/h |
| Area performance | - | 40 sq m per hour |
Sources: Hilti TE 3000-AVR, Karcher K5 Power Control Flex. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TE 3000-AVR if...
Hilti's heaviest hand-held breaker, used for large-scale demolition and hard concrete breaking where a lighter breaker would stall. AVR active vibration reduction keeps it usable for a full working day.
Full TE 3000-AVR specifications →Buy or hire the K5 Power Control Flex if...
The K5 sits in Karcher's mid-to-upper domestic range, bought outright by homeowners for regular patio, car and garden furniture cleaning rather than hired. It is frequently the model UK reviewers and retailers use as the benchmark domestic Karcher pressure washer.
Full K5 Power Control Flex specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hilti TE 3000-AVR and the Karcher K5 Power Control Flex?
The Hilti TE 3000-AVR is a heavy breaker; the Karcher K5 Power Control Flex is a domestic electric pressure washer for patios, cars and outdoor cleaning.
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