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Hawk Glide Freedom XHD 17" Floor Machine – 165 RPM, 1.5 HP, Floating Head

Brand: Hawk EnterprisesSKU: F92-17-01In Stock – Ready to Ship
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Extra-Heavy-Duty 17" Forward-Motion Floor Machine with Floating WD Head at 165 RPM

The Hawk Glide Freedom XHD 17" (F92-17-01) runs a 1.5 HP dual-capacitor motor through XHD-rated 11:1 helical-cut gears at 165 RPM — the higher gear ratio of the XHD model compared to the standard HD provides more torque for stripping, aggressive scrubbing, and severe-duty floor preparation. The Wheels-Down floating head and forward-motion control system reduce operator fatigue on large commercial floor areas. At 113 lbs it is lighter and more maneuverable than the Merlin WD heavy machines while sharing the XHD gear specification.

XHD Drive System and Performance Specs

  • 1.5 HP dual-capacitor, 7.1A, 165 RPM — draws 7.1 amps at full load, comfortably within a 15-amp circuit even with other equipment running; 165 RPM is the standard low-speed buffer range for stripping and heavy scrubbing.
  • XHD 11:1 helical-cut gears — the extra-heavy-duty gear rating handles the torsional loads of aggressive black pads, scrub brushes, and diamond abrasive applications without gear wear; 11:1 ratio provides higher torque output per motor revolution than 10:1 gearing at the cost of slightly lower speed.
  • Floating Head WD design, forward-motion control — WD pivot eliminates pad bounce on uneven floors; forward-motion handle replaces side-to-side swing with straight-line passes that double area coverage per operator-hour.
  • 50-ft cord, 115V, 69 dB — 69 dB meets GS42 standard at operating speed; 50-ft industrial cord with lock covers typical large-bay floor areas from a single outlet.

Deployment Environments

Commercial cleaning contractors use the Glide Freedom XHD for floor stripping and rescrubbing on large VCT floor areas in distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, and institutional kitchens. Restoration floor contractors use the XHD gear rating with diamond tooling and abrasive pads for light concrete preparation and sealer removal in commercial spaces. Facility maintenance crews in healthcare campuses use the forward-motion control to reduce repetitive-motion strain during daily scrubbing cycles on large corridor and lobby floors. Hospitality floor-care teams run it for strip-and-wax cycles in hotel conference centers, banquet halls, and casino gaming floors where large area coverage and reduced operator fatigue are both priorities.

Specifications

Part Number F92-17-01
Machine Size 17"
Brush Size 15"
Speed 165 RPM
Amp Draw 7.1 A
Motor 1.5 HP, 66 frame, dual capacitor AC
Drive System XHD 11:1 helical-cut gears
Power Supply 115V, 60 Hz
Power Cord 50 ft, 2-piece 12-3 industrial with cord lock
Noise Level 69 dB
Weight 113 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Glide Freedom XHD (F92) and the Glide Freedom HD (F91)?
The F92 XHD uses 11:1 XHD-rated gears at 165 RPM and draws 7.1 amps — higher torque for aggressive stripping and severe-duty applications. The F91 HD uses 10:1 gears at 175 RPM and draws 6.7 amps — slightly faster with less torque, better suited to standard maintenance and spray buffing. Both use the same 1.5 HP dual-capacitor motor and floating head design.
What is the XHD gear rating and why does it matter?
XHD (Extra Heavy Duty) designates gears manufactured to a higher material and tolerance specification than standard commercial grade. The 11:1 ratio XHD gears handle sustained torsional loads from diamond tooling, aggressive scrub brushes, and stripping pad applications without developing backlash or premature wear.
What is the amp draw and what circuit is required?
The F92-17-01 draws 7.1 amps at full load. This is within the capacity of a standard 15-amp circuit and can run alongside other equipment on the same branch circuit in most commercial buildings.
How does the forward-motion control reduce operator fatigue?
Traditional buffers require side-to-side handle swinging to steer across the floor, which causes repetitive shoulder and wrist strain. The Glide Freedom's forward-motion system steers the machine in straight forward and backward passes, eliminating the lateral oscillation and allowing operators to cover twice the floor area per shift at lower physical cost.
Is the Glide Freedom XHD suitable for diamond tooling and concrete preparation?
Yes. The XHD 11:1 gear rating is specified by Hawk for diamond tooling and aggressive surface preparation applications at 165 RPM. However, the 113-lb machine weight provides less downforce than the heavier Merlin WD models (231 lbs), which may limit effectiveness on heavily contaminated or damaged concrete surfaces.

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