Technical specs may include optional equipment that is not included with all units.
New Aztec Sidewinder 30" Propane Stripper
Our Take (from the SES Sales Team)
“The Sidewinder 30 is built for the strip jobs that eat up a crew's night: long corridors, gyms, retail floors and big office areas with years of finish built up. Instead of one pad spinning one way, it runs three 10 in Malgrit brushes counterclockwise while the whole head turns the other way on a planetary drive. That dual-direction scouring, with up to 288 lb of head pressure, is why Aztec rates it at 7 to 10 coats of finish removed in one pass and up to 15,000 sq ft per hour of stripping. There is also no side torque, so the operator guides the machine instead of fighting it. Power comes from a Kawasaki 603 cc propane engine, which means no cords to drag and no outlets to hunt for across a big floor. The floating head follows irregular surfaces, and a centrifugal clutch comes standard to extend belt life. If your strip jobs are smaller or your doorways are tight, the 24 in Sidewinder is the next size down, and the Sidewinder Cobalt is the battery-powered, zero-emission option.”
A 30 in propane stripping machine with a planetary brush head
The Aztec Sidewinder 30 is a propane-powered floor stripper and scrubber. Its gimbaled planetary drive turns three counter-rotating 10 in brushes under up to 288 lb (130 kg) of head pressure, so it strips 7 to 10 layers of finish in a single pass with no strip shadows and no side torque.
Aztec rates the 30 in model at up to 15,000 sq ft (1,393 m²) per hour of stripping and 30,000 sq ft (2,787 m²) per hour of scrubbing. A Kawasaki 603 cc propane engine powers it, so there are no cords or outlets to manage.
Condition: New.
What you get
Built for heavy stripping, start to finish
Why a planetary head strips faster
Features
Rugged and simple to run
- ✓Strips 7 to 10 layers of finish in one pass
- ✓Rugged, all-steel construction
- ✓Planetary brush drive eliminates strip shadows and side torque
- ✓Standard centrifugal clutch for longer belt life
- ✓Additional 8 gal (30.3 L) water tank available on request
Compare
The Sidewinder family
| Model | Power | Path | Head pressure | Stripping rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidewinder 30 (propane) | Kawasaki 603 cc propane engine | 30 in (76 cm) | Up to 288 lb (130 kg) | Up to 15,000 sq ft/hr (1,393 m²/hr) |
| Sidewinder 24 (propane) | Kawasaki 603 cc propane engine | 24 in (61 cm) | Up to 241 lb (109 kg) | Up to 12,000 sq ft/hr (1,115 m²/hr) |
| Sidewinder Cobalt 24 (battery) | Two 48 V, 60 Ah lithium-ion batteries | 24 in (61 cm) | 212 to 265 lb (96 to 120 kg), variable | Not published |
Stripping rates are Aztec ratings. The propane models also scrub; Aztec rates the 30 in model at up to 30,000 sq ft per hour of scrubbing.
Specifications
Aztec Sidewinder 30 at a glance
| Models | Sidewinder 30 propane |
|---|---|
| Stripping path | 30 in (76 cm) |
| Engine | Kawasaki 603 cc propane |
| Centrifugal clutch | Standard |
| Head pressure | Up to 288 lb (130 kg) |
| Brushes | 3 x 10 in (25 cm) Malgrit |
| Brush speed | 1,295 rpm (counterclockwise) |
| Brush drive speed | 250 rpm (clockwise) |
| Productivity | Stripping up to 15,000 sq ft/hr (1,393 m²/hr); scrubbing up to 30,000 sq ft/hr (2,787 m²/hr) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 47.25 x 32.75 x 42.25 in (120 x 83 x 107 cm) |
| Machine weight | 440 lb (199 kg) |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 495 lb (225 kg) |
| Optional | Additional 8 gal (30.3 L) water tank; Blue Sky certified engine |
| Green certifications | EPA, LEED, GS-42 |
| Model Numbers | 010-603 (Sidewinder 30 in propane) |
Technical specs may include optional equipment that is not included with all units.
Questions
Aztec Sidewinder 30: common questions
How many coats of finish will it remove in one pass?
Aztec says the Sidewinder strips 7 to 10 layers of finish in one pass. Results depend on the finish, the chemical and the brushes used.
How much floor can it strip in an hour?
Aztec rates the 30 in Sidewinder at up to 15,000 sq ft per hour of stripping and up to 30,000 sq ft per hour of scrubbing.
Can it scrub as well as strip?
Yes. Aztec describes the Sidewinder as a propane floor stripper and scrubber; the same brush pressure and planetary action are used for deep scrubbing.
Should I choose the 24 in or the 30 in model?
The 30 in model covers more floor per hour and has more head pressure. The 24 in model is 26.5 in wide versus 32.75 in, which helps in narrower corridors and doorways.
Is there a battery version?
Yes. The Sidewinder Cobalt uses the same planetary head design with a 24 in path and two 48 V lithium-ion batteries, for zero emissions.
Not sure the Sidewinder 30 fits your strip jobs?
Tell our team about the floors, the finish and the size of the job, and we will help you decide if this is the right machine.
