The Aztec Low Rider 070-27-LR is a 27-inch propane high-speed burnisher built for one job: keep large retail and institutional floors looking wet-finished while the doors stay open. Its short-chassis design slips under merchandising tables, refrigerator displays, lunchroom benches, and pallet racks that block standard 27-inch and 28-inch propane burnishers, so an operator can finish a full aisle in one pass instead of moving fixtures.
Why crews choose the Low Rider over a 21-inch electric or a tall propane unit. Propane burnishers run at 2,000+ RPM with no cord to drag, no battery to swap, and no productivity drop as the shift goes on. The 27-inch path is roughly 65% wider than a 21-inch corded burnisher, which on a 100,000 sq-ft floor is the difference between one operator finishing a wing in a shift and bringing in a second crew member. The Low Rider keeps the wide 27-inch pad but drops the chassis height to clear most retail fixtures, so the operator does not have to detour around displays or bring out a smaller machine for under-shelf passes.
Specifications
- Pad size: 27 inches
- Pad speed: ~2,000 RPM (varies with engine load)
- Engine: Kawasaki single-cylinder OHV, propane-fueled, electronic ignition
- Fuel: standard 20 lb DOT vapor-withdrawal propane cylinder (sold separately)
- Run time per cylinder: ~5-7 hours typical, depending on load and ambient temperature
- Dust control: 27-inch perimeter skirt with replaceable foam seal
- Catalytic converter: emissions-treated exhaust suitable for indoor use under most facility air-quality plans
- Operator controls: throttle, choke, kill switch, run-hour meter on handle
- Country of origin: United States
Where the Low Rider 070-27-LR earns its place
- Big-box and supermarket retail. 27-inch pad gets aisles done fast; low chassis slides under endcap displays and refrigerated cases.
- Hospital, school, and government concourses. Long polished corridors and lobbies finish in one or two passes per night.
- Auto dealerships and showrooms. Cars stay parked. The Low Rider walks under the front bumper of most sedans without bumping.
- Convention centers and arenas. Quick wet-look refresh between events, no power drop required mid-floor.
Frequently asked questions
Is propane safe to run indoors?
Yes, when the burnisher has a catalytic converter and the facility has a basic ventilation plan. The 070-27-LR carries a treated exhaust system designed for indoor commercial use. The crew should still log CO readings and follow PHFA / OSHA guidance for the building.
What pads work in this machine?
Standard 27-inch high-speed burnishing pads. Aqua, white, and pink-blend pads are common; the choice depends on finish chemistry and the look the customer wants. Burnishing pads are not the same as buffing pads. Using a low-speed buffing pad on this machine destroys the pad and scuffs the floor.
How does it compare to a 21-inch corded burnisher?
For a small medical office or a 5,000 sq-ft retail bay, a corded 21-inch is fine. Past about 25,000 sq-ft of finished floor, the cord becomes the limiter: an operator spends real time wrapping, unwrapping, and dodging fixtures. Propane removes that limit and the wider 27-inch pad cuts the pass count in half.
Will it fit through a standard door?
Yes. Overall width is shipped under 33 inches, so the machine clears 36-inch single-leaf doors. The low chassis also gets it under most door-mounted closers without scuffing the unit.
What kind of maintenance does it need?
Daily: wipe the chassis, inspect the skirt seal, check propane connection. Every 25 hours: inspect the pad driver, verify throttle response, look for fuel weeps. Every 50-100 hours per the Kawasaki manual: oil change, air filter, spark plug. The hour meter on the handle makes the schedule easy to follow.
Why buy the Aztec Low Rider 070-27-LR from Discount Cleaning Products
Free freight shipping in the lower 48, no-charge phone help with sizing pads and propane setup, and an in-house service relationship with Aztec Products that lets us troubleshoot warranty issues without a six-week parts wait. If your floor has fixtures and clearance issues, our team is happy to walk through the layout with you before you order so you do not end up with the wrong burnisher.