Recommended Models
Craftsman compressors are the most widely available brand thanks to the nationwide chains of Sears and KMart stores. Usually these compressors are Craftsman specific models built for Sears by other compressor manufacturers. This brand has a very large selection of different models. Sale prices occur often. To keep our recommendations simple, we'll stick to the ones that offer a higher maximum psi. This is a necessary specification for road tires, and makes inflation of MTB tires more effective as well.
Craftsman 15309
Retail Price: $99.99
- 150 PSI Max Pressure, 2.0 SCFM @ 90 PSI
- 1.5 Gallon tank for instantly available pressure
- Built-in pressure regulator
- Compact and only 25 lbs.
- 120 Volt oil-free pump for no maintenance
- accessory kit and hose included
Craftsman 15216
Retail Price: $169.99
- 150 PSI - Higher Pressure for longer air tool performance
- 2.6 SCFM @ 90 PSI for fast recovery time, per ISO1217
- 6 Gallon Pancake style tank for stability, includes water drain valve and rubber feet
- Low amp 120 Volt motor starts easily in cold weather or with extension cord
- Oil-Free pump for no maintenance
- Two regulated, factory installed air couplers to easily support two users
- 9-piece accessory and hose kit included
Craftsman 16642 & 16643
Retail Price: $279.99
- 150 PSI maximum
- 3.8 SCFM @ 90 PSI
- 20 Gallon tank
- 90 lbs. / 80 lbs.
- Oil-Free pump
Craftsman 16770 & 16771
Retail Price: $319.99
- 160 PSI maximum
- 4.9 SCFM @ 90 PSI
- 26 Gallon tank
- 127 lbs. / 118 lbs.
- Oil-Free pump
Craftsman 16662 & 16663
Retail Price: $379.99
- 150 PSI maximum
- 4.9 SCFM @ 90 PSI
- 33 Gallon tank
- 130 lbs. / 119 lbs.
- Oil-Free pump
- Quiet Operation - 78dBA
- Extension Cord Friendly
Please visit Sear Craftsman's website to review all their models and purchasing options.
Very useful, unique cycling product.
~ Kenneth G. Merkel, PhD, PE