Let's consider an important aspect - how much a washing machine weighs. Before you decide on the choice of unit for washing clothes, you need to think carefully. How will you install it and what size is it? And you need to understand how much it weighs.
Do you turn off the water tap after washing?
Oh yes! No.
You need to know this if you plan to move frequently from one home to another, and it also affects the “jumping” of the machine when wrung out clothes. The logic is this: the heavier the device, the more stable it is.
- How much does SMA weigh?
- Why you need to know about weight
- Review of models, depending on the weight of the laundry
- Weight by brand
- Washing machine tank
- Drum
- Catalog of washing machines with reviews
How much does SMA weigh?
The most primitive washing machine will weigh about 30 kilograms. And a machine with “bells and whistles” is about 100. The indicators vary significantly and there are reasons for this. What is important:
- First, pay attention to what the body of the machine is made of. It is logical that metal is heavier than plastic. But do not forget that it is less durable.
- Secondly, the more bells and whistles the machine has (additional functions such as drying, mini-drum, etc.), the greater its weight will be.
- Thirdly, the machine has elements called “counterweights”. They serve to ensure that during washing the machine itself does not bounce or turn over at high speeds. On the one hand, the thing is necessary and there would be more of them, but there is also the other side of the coin. If it breaks, such a counterweight can “fall” in the washing machine itself and damage the fastenings, drum or something else. The larger and heavier the counterweights, the more the washing unit itself weighs.
- Fourthly, we have already mentioned the fastenings in the machine. Their quality also affects the overall weight of the SMA.
Based on the parameters listed above, the weight of a standard washing machine is 60-70 kilograms.
Standard washing machine
Why you need to know about weight
No, you need to be interested in the weight of the washing machine not only because you then have to drag it to the fifth (and higher) floor. Although this also plays an important role. For example, the lift capacity in your home may be limited. Then you will definitely have to carry the washing machine on your back yourself...
If your machine will stand alone, not attached to the headset, then you need a lot of weight. Otherwise she will just dance around the room.
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The large model is suitable for those who often wash heavy items. If blankets, jackets and everything else often end up in the washing machine drum, then it should weigh decently.
Which is logical, but not everyone understands this right away. For people who are used to frequent travel, it would be more advisable to purchase a lighter car. After all, in this case, there are much fewer problems and worries with its transportation.
If your machine is small and narrow, then this increases the chances that it will start waltzing around the room. It must have an impressive weight to avoid this or an auto-balancing mode.
Review of models, depending on the weight of the laundry
More details:
- 4 kilograms. Daewoo DWF-760MP is the lightest washing machine. She weighs only 30 kg. The method of loading laundry is vertical. The machine has all the advantages that such washing machines usually have. But the downside is that it consumes a lot of water in one cycle. In addition, the spin mode is only 750 rpm.
- 5 kilograms. LG F-1096ND3 is a front-loading machine. It has 13 washing modes, electronic controls, and a digital display. 1000 spin speed. There is protection against leaks and imbalance of the machine. She herself weighs 60 kg.
- 6 kilograms. Hansa AWS610DN - this model differs from the previous one in that it has a much smaller number of modes - 8. But at the same time, “Wool” and “Children’s clothing” remain among them. LED display, protection against excess foam and leaks. The spin speed is 1000. The weight of the machine is 50 kg.
- 7 kilograms. The Miele WDB 020 W1 Classic is a particularly smart showpiece that has the ability to dose the amount of powder and conditioner. Includes 12 programs. The spin speed is 1400. And this happiness already weighs 90 kilograms.
Do you store laundry in the washing machine?
Oh yes! No.
Why you need to know about SMA weight
Pay attention to this feature if you:
- You live on the far floor, and the elevator's lifting capacity is very limited. Knowing how much the unit weighs, it is easier to plan delivery and installation.
- You move often. A light-weight SM is more mobile, which is important during transportation.
- Choose a narrow automatic washing machine. The narrow model saves living space, but the small body support area often plays a cruel joke during the washing process. If the washing machine starts dancing, communications and wires may be damaged. When buying a narrow, lightweight SM, inquire about the presence of the “Auto-balancing” function. This option controls the balance by changing the engine speed.
- You often wash heavy, bulky items. A winter jacket, a duvet, and other bulky items will unbalance even the most resistant model. If such washing is the norm for you, a heavier model will do.
- Choose a freestanding model with a large load of laundry. Built-in machines have no problems with stability, because they are securely attached to the walls of furniture sets. For freestanding options with a loading volume of 7 kg or more, weight matters.
Review of models of different weights: light models
The lightest model in our rating, weighing 30 kg, Daewoo DWF-760MP has all the advantages of a vertical loading SM. Dimensions (width/height/depth) - 52.5/85.8/53.5 cm.
The maximum load capacity of laundry is 5.5 kg. Features include control of water level and imbalance. 6 washing programs plus electronic control, display. Among the disadvantages is the high water consumption: 130 liters per wash, maximum spin speed 740 rpm.
Second place in the category is taken by the vertical Galatec TL S-01L - 45 kg.
Dimensions - 60/100 cm, load of laundry - 10 kg. Spins at a speed of 1000/63 rpm. Electronic control with digital display, 6 modes. Equipped with a child safety lock, partial leak protection, and a delayed start option for up to 48 hours.
Popular “medium-heavy” models
The leader is the horizontal machine Hansa AWS610DN - 50 kg.
Dimensions - 60/47/85, can wash 6 kg of laundry at a time. Spin - 1000 rpm. 8 modes, including “Washing children's clothes”, “Wool”. Equipped with an LED display and an auto-cleaning system. Bonus - protection of the housing from leaks, control of foam, imbalance. The electronic panel is protected from child intervention in the process.
Next on the list is LG F-1096ND3 - 60 kg.
Loading type: frontal. Equipped with a removable cover for installation. Dimensions - 60/44/85. Washes 6 kg of clothes in one process. When spinning, it makes 1000 revolutions. Electronic, intelligent control, digital display. Includes 13 modes. Among the features are the drip surface of the drum, “Care for health”, self-cleaning, protection from children, leaks, imbalance, increased foaming.
Bronze goes to the front Candy GVW 264DC - 70 kg.
Case size - 60/44/75. Includes all the delights of electronic control, a high level of protection against breakdowns and children's pranks. Spin rotation: 1200 rpm. 12 washing modes. The main feature - the Shiatsu drum - allows you to carefully wash items of different colors at the same time.
Fourth place goes to the full-size, intelligent Electrolux EWF 1497 HDW - 80 kg.
Parameters - 60/60/85. Drum capacity is 9 kg of dry laundry, rotation speed is 1400 rpm, 12 programs, including: steam treatment, “Jeans”, additional rinsing. Features: adjustable legs, Fuzzy Logic technology, complete leak protection.
Weight by brand
The most popular model (judging by sales) “Indesit” IWUC 4105 weighs about 55 kilograms. At the same time, the machine has a sufficient number of modes and speeds that are most often required in everyday life.
The entire range of Bosch washing machines ranges from 30 to 100 kilograms. But if we talk about the number of the most popular models, the list quickly reduces to a range of 50-70 kilograms. The situation is similar with the Samsung and Kandy models.
Experts who analyzed the composition of LGi brand cars confirmed that the highest quality models are those that weigh from 55 to 70 kilograms. If the washing machine you previously wanted to purchase is lighter, then it is better to reconsider this option.
In the case of the Ariston brand, the situation changes. Here, all models weigh only from 64 kilograms to 70, but the quality has not become worse.
“Atlant” and “Zanussi” are in the category from 50 to 60 kilograms with a sufficient number of modes, speeds and functions.
About weight
Not every user thinks about how much an automatic washing machine weighs. But various washing machines can have a weight from 30 kg to 100 kg. But this parameter cannot be determined by eye. In this case, the material from which the device body is made plays an important role. Buyers should be aware that:
- A stainless steel case is much heavier than a polymer case.
- The bulk of the washing machine is on the balancers, which are located symmetrically on both sides of the structure. They are necessary to maintain the balance of the device during operation.
- The heavier the device, the less vibration is observed during spinning at maximum speeds.
Indesit
Washing machine tank
washing machine tank
The weight of the tank is another indicator that will affect the total weight of the washing machine. Products made of plastic, of course, will be light, but at the same time they will be more fragile. The same cannot be said about stainless steel, but it will create more noise when washing.
It is impossible to answer the question unambiguously for everyone about which machine with what tank weight is best to choose, since everything here is purely individual. Its average weight is from 4 to 7 kilograms.
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Note that currently almost all companies produce plastic tanks. makes some models from metal. But the reliability of its production since 2012 is a big question.
How much does a standard automatic washing machine weigh?
Modern cars differ in weight parameters; there are not many extremely heavy or very light models. Miniature machines are produced with a minimum load, the width of the body, the depth of the drum, fit under the sink, and weigh less than three tens of kilos. “Heavy weights” are produced with a high spin speed; the product will weigh more than 80 kilograms.
The answer to the question, how much does a washing machine weigh? Most standard SMAs weigh between 50 and 80 kilograms. With such indicators, the machine is stable and does not cause any difficulties in carrying. You can ask your sales consultant for exact weight figures, search on the Internet, or find them in the technical specifications of the equipment you are purchasing.
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Drum
Typically, the weight of the drum does not reach more than 5 kilograms - this is the norm for most washing machines. When choosing a unit, you should not think about the separate weight of this element. To ensure the stability of the washing machine, a sufficient number of weights will still be provided.
That's all about the weight of washing machines. Many are surprised by the fact that this characteristic is not a secondary indicator at all. Depending on your plans and needs, you should pay attention to it first.
The large weight of the Indesit washing machine is an advantage
The standard weight of an Indesit washing machine is a difficult concept to define, since the weight depends on many factors discussed above. The lightest machines, which are sold today in specialized stores, weigh less than 30 kg, and the heaviest - more than 100 kg. But there are few such models on display. Basically, household appliances weigh between 50-80 kg. This figure can be taken as an average.
If the weight of the machine is 50-80 kg, this means that it:
- Sufficiently stable;
- Vibration protected;
- Quite transportable.
Indesit washing machines can have both large and small weights, depending on the model
Today there are many ratings, you can study them and decide on the choice of a machine that will suit the weight. Indesit and Samsung have models with different dimensions, parameters and weight, so the choice is always up to the consumer. However, experts give some advice on choosing. Narrow modifications today are very popular among owners of small apartments, but such washing machines have one serious drawback that you need to be aware of: a small support area, which creates strong vibrations during spinning.
Manufacturers Bosch and others often deliberately add additional weight to narrow machines, making them more stable.
When choosing a model for your home, you should pay attention to such a thing as the presence of automatic balancing. This is an innovative feature that manufacturers equip new generation models with. It provides control of the drum rotation speed, which makes it possible to avoid strong vibration and noise.
