Columbus ARA 66 BM 70 Ride-On Floor Scrubber Kit
Meet the Columbus ARA 66 BM 70 — Your Compact Ride-On Cleaning Powerhouse
The Columbus ARA 66 BM 70 is a precision-engineered ride-on floor scrubber that makes cleaning medium-sized commercial and industrial spaces effortless. Perfect for supermarkets, retail spaces, warehouses, and busy work environments, this compact machine delivers professional-grade results while remaining easy to manoeuvre in tighter areas.
Built with robust German engineering, it’s designed to provide consistent, reliable performance day after day. With a focus on operator comfort and efficiency, the ARA 66 BM 70 helps your team maintain spotless floors with less effort and more confidence.
Key Features & Benefits of the Columbus ARA 66 BM 70
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Traction Drive with Ride-On Control
Powered drive ensures effortless navigation and reduced operator fatigue over extended cleaning sessions. -
66cm Cleaning Width
Wide scrubbing path improves coverage and productivity, ideal for medium to large commercial areas. -
70L Clean Water Tank
Large tank capacity supports extended operation between refills, increasing overall efficiency. -
Ergonomic and Compact Design
Comfortable operator platform, intuitive controls, and a tight turning radius for maximum manoeuvrability. -
Quiet Operation
Low noise levels ensure suitability for noise-sensitive environments like hospitals and retail stores. -
Hygienic & Easy to Maintain
Smooth tank surfaces, tool-free access, and optional antibacterial tank coating support HACCP compliance. -
Durable & Service-Friendly Build
Robust German engineering with easy-to-service components keeps downtime and maintenance costs low.
Why You'll Love This Columbus Floor Scrubber
The Columbus ARA 66 BM 70 is built for fast, reliable cleaning in medium-sized spaces, combining a 660 mm scrubbing width with a 70 L solution tank to maximise productivity while reducing downtime. It delivers powerful, consistent results thanks to electronic water dosing, strong brush pressure, and excellent suction for streak-free drying.
Designed with the operator in mind, it features easy brush change, comfortable ride-on controls, and a tight turning circle for confident manoeuvring. Its compact, low-maintenance design ensures that cleaning is efficient, hygienic, and stress-free, even in confined or high-traffic areas.
What's the Difference from the Columbus ARA 85 BM 120?
While both machines are reliable ride-on scrubbers, the ARA 66 BM 70 is ideal for tighter spaces and medium-sized areas, whereas the ARA 85 BM 120 is built for large facilities with heavy-duty cleaning requirements. Key differences include:
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Tank Capacity: ARA 66 BM 70 – 70 L solution / 80 L recovery vs ARA 85 BM 120 – 120 L solution / 140 L recovery
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Scrubbing Width: 660 mm vs 850 mm for faster cleaning of open spaces
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Productivity: ARA 85 BM 120 covers up to 480 m² per hour more, suited for large-scale facilities
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Brush Pressure: 30 kg vs 36 kg on the ARA 85 BM 120 for more aggressive scrubbing
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Build & Size: ARA 66 BM 70 is compact and nimble with a 1.65m turning circle; ARA 85 BM 120 is heavier and better for warehouses, factories, and industrial environments

Columbus ARA 66 BM 70 Technical Specifications
- 66cm Cleaning Width
- 70L Solution Tank / 80L Recovery Tank
- Traction Drive System
- Productivity: Up to 4,620 m²/h
- Brush Pressure: 30 kg
- Vacuum: 110 mbar / 32 L/sec
- Noise Level: 63 dB (Standard) / 59 dB (Eco Mode)
- Dimensions: 1,380 × 680 × 1,170 mm
- Weight (w/ Batteries): ~456 kg
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