The Hydro-Force Nautilus MX3-1200 is a dual-surface commercial extractor that cleans both carpet and hard surfaces at up to 1200 PSI. This unit is an open-box example of the same machine offered with the hose package, giving a serious cleaner a high-pressure, dual-motor portable at a reduced price. It is built for restoration and commercial carpet professionals who need real pressure and recovery from a portable.
Built for
The MX3-1200 suits carpet cleaning and restoration contractors, facility teams maintaining large carpeted and hard-surface areas, and operators who want a single portable that handles both deep carpet extraction and tile/grout or hard-floor work. The 1200 PSI pump is geared toward demanding commercial soil, not light residential touch-ups.
AirFlow+ dual-motor vacuum
The AirFlow+ vacuum system lets the operator switch the dual 3-stage vacuum motors between series and parallel configurations in under a minute, with no tools - series for maximum lift on deep extraction, parallel for high airflow on hard surfaces and long hose runs. That flexibility is what makes one machine genuinely dual-surface.
Convenience and certification
An Auto Fill feature keeps the solution tank topped up and an Auto Pump Out empties recovery waste without manual bailing, both of which keep a crew working instead of stopping to manage water. The Nautilus MX3-1200 earned Platinum Certification from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI), the industry's top tier for cleaning effectiveness and water removal.
Specifications
- Pump: 1200 PSI solution pump
- Vacuum: dual 3-stage motors, AirFlow+ series/parallel switching
- Tanks: 12-gallon solution / 12-gallon recovery
- Power: two 50 ft. power cords supplied
- Dimensions: 42-1/4-inch H x 34-3/8-inch L x 23-3/8-inch W, approximately 160 lbs
- Wheels: 12-inch rear wheels with 5-inch casters
- Certification: CRI Platinum
- Condition: open box (inspected); includes hose package
Frequently asked questions
What does dual-surface mean on the MX3-1200?
It cleans both carpet and hard surfaces. The AirFlow+ system switches the dual vacuum motors between series and parallel - series for maximum lift on carpet extraction, parallel for high airflow on hard floors and long hoses.
How big are the tanks and how is it powered?
It has a 12-gallon solution tank and a 12-gallon recovery tank, and ships with two 50-foot power cords to run its dual vacuum motors.
What does CRI Platinum certification mean?
Platinum is the Carpet and Rug Institute's highest tier, indicating top-level cleaning effectiveness and water removal - a meaningful mark for restoration and commercial work.
What does open box condition mean for this unit?
It is the same Nautilus MX3-1200 with hose package, sold as an inspected open-box unit at a reduced price. Our team can confirm exactly what is included before you order.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized Hydro-Force dealer. This open-box MX3-1200 is genuine Hydro-Force equipment supported by our US-based customer service team, who can walk through condition and included items with you before purchase.
