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Vacmaster Professional - Professional Wet/Dry , 5 Gallon, Beast Series, 5.5 HP 1-7/8" Hose Jobsite Vac (VFB511B0201), Black

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Style: 5 Gal 5.5 HP Vac


Features

  • 5 Gallon Polypropylene Tank.Specific uses:Professional

Description

Vacmaster Professional - Professional Wet/Dry Vac, 5 Gallon, Beast Series, 5.5 HP 1-7/8" Hose Jobsite Vac (VFB511B0201), Black

Brand: Vacmaster


Special Feature: Portable, Wet/Dry


Filter Type: Cartridge, Foam


Surface Recommendation: Car


Power Source: Corded Electric


Brand: Vacmaster


Special Feature: Portable, Wet/Dry


Filter Type: Cartridge, Foam


Included Components: • 7’ x 1-7/8” Kink Resistant EVA Hose • Utility Nozzle • Crevice Tool • (1) Extension Wand • Car Nozzle • Fine Dust Cartridge Filter • Foam Wet Filter • High Efficiency Dust Bag • Noise Diffuser


Is Cordless?: No


Capacity: 5 Gallons


Wattage: 320 watts


Maximum Suction: 82 Inches


Hose Length: 7 Feet


Form Factor: Cannister


Color: Black


Model Name: 5-Gallon* 5.5 Peak HP†Wet/Dry Vacuum


Product Dimensions: 17.1"L x 12.5"W x 17.1"H


Noise Level: 62 Decibels


Amperage: 12 Amps


Manufacturer: Vacmaster


Number of Items: 1


Controller Type: Push Button


Motor Horsepower: 5.5


Style: 5 Gal 5.5 HP Vac


Connectivity Technology: Cordless


Portable: Yes


Number of Power Levels: 1


Indoor/Outdoor Usage: Indoor


Global Trade Identification Number: 37


Vacuum Collection Technology: Bagged/Bagless


UPC: 814953014737


Item Weight: 13.5 pounds


Department: Unisex Adult


Item model number: VFB511B0201


Batteries: 1 12V batteries required.


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Specific instructions for use: Professional


Number of pieces: 1


Warranty Description: 5 year limited warranty.


Batteries required: No


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • "Powerful, Compact, and Reliable – A Beast of a Vacuum!"
Style: Upgraded 5 Gal
I've been using the Vacmaster Professional Beast Series 5-Gallon 5.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum for a few months now, and I can confidently say it's one of the best shop vacs I've ever owned. Performance: The suction power is outstanding. Whether it's sawdust, drywall debris, or water from a small leak, this vacuum handles it all with ease. The 5.5 Peak HP motor lives up to the "Beast" name – it's incredibly strong and efficient. Portability & Size: Despite its powerful motor, the unit is compact and lightweight enough to move around the garage, workshop, or even up stairs without any hassle. The 5-gallon tank is a great middle ground — large enough for most cleanup jobs but still easy to empty and store. Build Quality: Very solid and durable construction. The hose and attachments feel sturdy, not flimsy like with some other brands. The cord length is generous, and the onboard storage for tools is super convenient. Noise Level: For a vacuum this powerful, it’s surprisingly quiet. It’s not silent, of course, but it’s much less shrill than other wet/dry vacs I’ve used. Versatility: I love that it handles both wet and dry messes seamlessly. It's been a game changer for car detailing and cleaning up around the house and garage. Final Thoughts: If you're looking for a compact, powerful, and well-built wet/dry vac, the Vacmaster Beast is a fantastic choice. It's earned a permanent place in my workshop. Highly recommend! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2025 by GDMG

  • SUPERB DESIGN | POWERFUL & TOP NOTCH PERFORMANCE | BLOWER MANAGEMENT A +
Style: 5 Gal 5.5 HP Vac
SUCTION POWER The suction power is just as powerful as you expect and it meets all expectations and justifies the highest rating it has received in many reviews. Easily beats everything else that I've tried before. A test for vacuuming a dirty car showed how efficient and useful it is. Cuts down the vacuum time by a lot. Another plus is that it can handle wet messes just as well. BLOWER EXHAUST Like bigger models that I was hoping to avoid, it has a permanent powerful hot exhaust that is also known as the blower. There is no way around this. All vacuums must create an exit for the suction. The blower functionality from the other end can't be turned off. The suggestion is to insert the sound muffler that comes with the accessories to reduce the sound and may decrease the intensity of air flow output and it works wonders. It works very well in eliminating the hot nasty blast and reduces the sound by a lot. But because it is hot and the foam is made of petroleum based materials, it will produce a chemical like odor. That will go away with time but at least in the beginning sessions of operation, the odor is very unpleasant. Not suggested for use in closed spaces initially. Also don't overlook the usefulness of a blower function. It can dub as a leaf blower, replace compressed air can functions like cleaning computer boards if you fit it with the right adapters and even help inflate things. DESIGN Overall, it is better than competition both in terms of accessories and size. I also like the attempts for helping the user organize the accessories and the hose. There are places to put in the attachments so they won't go missing. INCREDIBLE PRICE It is worth every penny and beats every other model I've tried/owned. You would think a combination of all this which is a rarity in all other models would be very costly but it isn't. The bags are priced very reasonably and easily replaceable/accessible. No price gouging on frequent replacement and throw away designs. NEEDS A CARRYING/STORAGE CASE Difficult to find any storage or carrying case for it. I wish they made one for the unit. There are also no wheels or rolling cart attachment solution. It is primary designed to be set up on a wall, on the floor and be carried on the go. NON-WHEELED This is a non-wheeled vacuum designed to be used as stationary vac shop, hung from a wall or otherwise manually placed close to the mess you are cleaning up. You can make a cart for it and turn it into a wheeled version. Therefore it is not suitable to be used as a substitute for a traditional vacuum. The other issue is that the type of hose is suited for stationary tasks and doesn't have a rotate mechanism at the attachment points like wheeled based variants that would adjust to the pull and push action of vacuuming. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023 by Shervin

  • Excellent performer, extremely good suction.
Style: Upgraded 5 Gal
Just used my new vacuum for the first time. Here are my thoughts: has outstanding suction. It is marketed as such and it is true. It is made very well and with the caster wheels on it moves across the floor smoothly when you pull it. The extra dust bag for finer dust is nice, as is the noise refractor, that really does make a difference. A couple of things that could be better. Because of the high suction power, the accessory tools (crevice, car tool, etc) get pulled off the hose. It would be nice to have them screw on like the hose does to the vacuum. Also wished it had a drain for water instead of having to turn vac over to empty. But these are minor complaints as I doubt you would be able to find another smaller tank vac that does as good a job as this one. And cost is reasonable. Larger vacs are around the same price, but I considered how much more a 8, 10, or 12 gallon would weigh and thought this would be easier to handle. I researched a lot of tank vacs and chose this because of its high rating and the power it had for a small tank vac. Don't be fooled by the size of this vacuum. It is very capable. Hose and power cord are long enough for most uses. Also has a a good warranty. Highly recommended. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2025 by Mary Kay Kasteline

  • Amazing!
Style: Upgraded 5 Gal
This is the best vacuum I have ever used. I am using this for my car. It picks up dirt and crumbs with ease. The suction is really strong. To my surprise, it seems at least as strong or stronger than the vacuum at my local Caliber car wash. My carpet was padded with crushed goldfish. This vacuum picked up everything. Setting up was a breeze. It came with a vacuum bag that works really well. The hose is not super long. It does come with and extension for the nozzle, but moving the unit around is not a hassle. I just picked it up and moved it to the other side of the car. I highly recommend this for anyone looking for a car wash quality vacuum. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2025 by Greg D. Greg D.

  • Overall, good machine
Style: Upgraded 5 Gal
One of the best features about this is the power it has. Also, it's very quiet for a shop vac. At first I didn't like the onboard accessory storage thinking it wasn't secure and fell off when I moved the vacuum. But I didn't have those tucked into the slots correctly, so it's actually an asset to the machine. I like that it has a small profile and long cord, however, it does not retract like our older vacmaster does. My husband wasn't crazy about the thick hose so he is using the old hose from our previous machine, and it fits perfectly. Overall, I think the will be a great machine. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2026 by Helpful Hannah

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