Head to head
Karcher HDS 5/11 U vs Rubi TX-1250 MAX
The Karcher HDS 5/11 U is a professional hot water pressure washer, upright class. The Rubi TX-1250 MAX is a manual rail tile cutter for large-format tiles.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Karcher HDS 5/11 U | Rubi TX-1250 MAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 65.4 kg (with accessories) | 26kg (57.3lbs) (with case) |
| Max pressure | 110 bar | - |
| Flow rate | 450 l/h | - |
| Max water temperature | 80 C | - |
| Motor power | 2.2 kW | - |
| Max straight cut | - | 1250mm (49-1/4in) |
| Max diagonal cut | - | 850 x 850mm (33-1/2 x 33-1/2in) |
| Max tile thickness | - | 3-22mm (1/8-7/8in) |
| Guide rails | - | 30mm tubular steel guides with aluminium slides |
Sources: Karcher HDS 5/11 U, Rubi TX-1250 MAX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HDS 5/11 U if...
The HDS 5/11 U is an entry point into Karcher's hot-water professional range, used by cleaning contractors and agricultural or workshop users needing hot water for grease and oil removal. It is a common unit on trade cleaning equipment hire fleets rather than a domestic purchase.
Full HDS 5/11 U specifications →Buy or hire the TX-1250 MAX if...
A heavy-duty manual tile cutter used by tilers for cutting large floor and wall tiles on site. Its long tubular steel rails keep the cut straight on big-format tiles that a smaller cutter cannot handle.
Listed by
- North London Plant Hire Ltd - Enfield
- North London Plant Hire - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Karcher HDS 5/11 U and the Rubi TX-1250 MAX?
The Karcher HDS 5/11 U is a professional hot water pressure washer, upright class; the Rubi TX-1250 MAX is a manual rail tile cutter for large-format tiles.
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