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3 Gallon Portable Pro Wet/Dry Vac

WD3050

3 Gallon Portable Pro Wet/Dry Vac

WD3050

The new RIDGID® 3 gallon is a compact wet/dry vac that is designed to deliver performance of a vac 3x its size. It's lightweight, small size and large carry handle provide comfortable portability. The built-in suction-powered dustpan makes cleaning quick and easy. The vacuum’s 3.5 peak horsepower motor, 10-foot power cord, locking expandable hose, and 1-layer standard pleated paper filter will please Pros and DIY’ers alike.

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Features

  • Portable & Compact for easy transportation and storage
  • Built-in Suction-Powered Dust Pan Feature makes cleaning even easier
  • Patented Qwik Lock™ Filter Fastening System makes installing or removing your filter quick, easy and secure
  • Expandable 2’ - 7’ Tug-A-Long® Positive Locking Hose won’t pull loose during use
  • On-Board Cord Wrap for storage of the 10’ power cord

Specifications

Drum Size (Gallons) 3
Cord Length 10 ft
Accessory Size 1 7/8"
Net Weight 10.5 lb.
Built-In Accessory Storage No
Built-In Drain No
Casters No
Includes Vac, Car Nozzle, Expandable Locking Hose, Filter
Reconditioned No
Returnable 90-Day
Filter Type Cartridge
Included Filters VF3400
U.L. Listed Yes

Motor

Peak HP 3.5
Air Volume (CFM) 66
Amperage (amps) 7
Voltage 120

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Ordering Information
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Catalog Number Model No. Description Weight Cord Length Air Watts  (G/h)
lb. kg ft. m
36138 WD3050  3 Gallon Portable Wet/Dry Vac  11.60  5.30  1  -  135 
  • 29848 - 1 7/8" Car Nozzle (VT1481)
1 7/8" Accessories
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Catalog Number Model No. Description Weight
lb. kg
29848 VT1781  1 7/8" Car Nozzle (VT1481)  -  - 
31718 VT1701  1 7/8" Dusting Brush (VT1701)  -  - 
31723 VT1702  1 7/8" Crevice Tool (VT1702)  -  - 
31728 VT1708  1 7/8" Extension Wand (VT1708)  -  - 
31733 VT1709  1 7/8" Utility Nozzle (VT1709)  -  - 
31738 VT1710  1 7/8" Wet Nozzle (VT1710)  -  - 
40163 VT 1712  1 7/8" Crevice Tool/Dusting Brush (VT1712)  -  - 
40168 VT 1714  1 7/8" Floor Brush (VT1714)  -  - 
Kits/Hoses/Etc.
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Catalog Number Model No. Description Weight
lb. kg
24608 VT 2570  4X Pro Hose Replacement (VT2570)  -  - 
31713 VT 1720  1 7/8" x 7' Wet/Dry Vac Hose Kit (VT1720)  -  - 
31743 VT 1755  3 Piece Adapter Kit (VT1755)  -  - 
41603 VT 2571  Turbo "Beater Bar" Kit (VT2571)  -  - 
3 Gallon Portable Pro Wet/Dry Vac is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 274.
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Rated 4 out of 5 by from limited review It's difficult to review this product when I've only used it a few times. I can't rate the "durability" part because I've only had it for a few weeks. It does serve the need I purchased it for.... vacuuming my vehicles. I haven't used it for anything else. I have many RIDGID tools and I will say this about what I've experienced with RIDGID when it come to their warranty, they stand by it and that's one of the main reasons I purchased this RIDGID 3 Gallon Portable Pro Wet/Dry Vac.
Date published: 2018-12-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great vacuum! My 5.0 amp battery looses connection sometimes! Does not lock in place like it should. Otherwise great product! Love it!
Date published: 2018-12-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great portable vacuum for the field technician I purchased this vacuum for the preventive maintenances I do. This unit is light enough to haul around a campus without needing to be Popeye, but powerful enough to get the job done. It is somewhat loud, but not unexpectedly so. I can't speak to durability yet, but so far it feels like a well-built product and for under $50, it was an absolute steal.
Date published: 2018-12-04
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Small, portable, easy to use I bought this model because we don't have a lot of storage space. Small and compact design, but it doesn't lack for suction power. While only 3.5HP, I'll take the size/power tradeoff.
Date published: 2018-12-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works well, easy to use Suction power is good for small vac. Less noisy than my old unit from another brand. With handle easy to carry around and use. Good value.
Date published: 2018-12-01
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great size and function The unit is easy to move and use. No accessories is a negative and no blower function is a negative. One hose attachment does not do the job. Additional end tools will have to be imagined.
Date published: 2018-11-30
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Compact and light This is a secondary Shop-vac to the Ridgid WD1450 14-Gallon 6-Horsepower I already own. Easier to transport to/from the house for smaller home projects, and also around the workshop when the larger one is dedicated to dust collection on other tools.
Date published: 2018-11-25
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Too top heavy and hose too short and tight It keeps falling over i put a brick in it to stablize. Cord at wrong end of vac. Should include paper bags in the kit.
Date published: 2018-11-19
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Vacuum Bag

I own the Rigid WD1450 vac and love it. Was looking for a portable unit as well. Does this smaller vac have an option to use vacuum bags in addition to the filter. I prefer to use the bags in addition to the filter when picking up drywall dust. Thank you.
Asked by: BrianH
No, the internals of this vac are small, maybe the addition of a foam filter may help. I saw no options for a bag.
Answered by: Fergie12
Date published: 2017-09-06
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