Shop-Vac 5872911 Specialty
- Specialty
- 11.8 amps
- 120 watts
- Corded electric
A solid corded shop vac choice if its compact footprint and outlet-based power fit your setup.
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How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track
4.2★ across 124 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
124 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 273 specialties we track - how the scorecard works · full specialties data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Shop-Vac 5872911 is a corded electric shop vacuum from the Specialty line, running on 120 volts with an 11.8 amp draw and measuring 14 by 17.25 by 17.25 inches.
Shop-Vac's Specialty line covers a range of shop vacuum sizes, and the amperage and footprint given here place this unit as a mid-size corded model suited to a fixed shop or garage setup rather than portable job-site use.
- Shop-Vac Specialty line
- 120V corded electric, 11.8 amp motor
- Dimensions 14 in L x 17.25 in W x 17.25 in H
- Model 5872911
Who it's for
Good for garage or workshop cleanup where a corded vacuum near an outlet is practical. Not built for mobile, battery-based cleanup.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 11.8 amp motor near max standard-circuit draw
- Compact 14 x 17.25 x 17.25 inch footprint
- Corded design ties it to an outlet
- Hose diameter and tank capacity not specified
Performance notes
With a 120 volt, 11.8 amp motor, this vacuum draws close to what a standard 15 amp household circuit allows, which generally correlates with strong suction. Actual pickup also depends on hose diameter and tank capacity, neither of which is listed here.
Specifications
| Brand | Shop-Vac |
|---|---|
| Model | 5872911 |
| Amperage | 11.8 amps |
| Motor Power | 120 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Dimensions | 14 × 17.2 × 17.2 inches |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in specialties.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop-Vac 5872911 SpecialtyThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 124 | 3.8 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMCK200C2 SpecialtyCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 8,953 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Worx WX082L.2 SpecialtyWORX | 4.4 / 5 | 18,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Stanley SL18116P SpecialtySTANLEY | 4.6 / 5 | 14,157 | 4.5 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCV580H SpecialtyDeWALT | 4.5 / 5 | 8,646 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Shop-Vac 5872911
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Shop-Vac 5872911 corded or cordless?
Corded electric, running on a 120 volt outlet.
What is the amperage of the Shop-Vac 5872911 motor?
11.8 amps.
What are the dimensions of the Shop-Vac 5872911?
14 inches long by 17.25 inches wide by 17.25 inches high.