Westinghouse WP160
#2 in Up to 2 inFull review
A budget 2 in semi-trash pump for occasional pool draining and yard flooding. It suits owners who want a known brand at a no-name price.
Amazon $269$269
The Westinghouse WP160 is the better gas water pump overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Westinghouse WP160 leads on value. The Wacker Neuson PT2A wins on solids and head. The Westinghouse WP160 costs $1,330.50 less ($269 vs $1,599.50).
Wacker Neuson PT2A
#12 in Up to 2 inFull review
A rugged 2 in trash pump from a construction equipment maker, for job sites with dirty water.
Core & Main $1,599.50$1,599.50
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Westinghouse WP160 for value ($1.70 per gpm ($269, 158 gpm) vs $9.69 per gpm ($1,599.50, 165.1 gpm)).
- Choose the Wacker Neuson PT2A for solids (passes solids up to 1 in vs passes solids up to 0.6 in) and head (105 ft maximum head vs 91 ft maximum head).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 2 in gas water pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Westinghouse WP160 | Wacker Neuson PT2A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $1.70 per gpm ($269, 158 gpm) | 19 $9.69 per gpm ($1,599.50, 165.1 gpm) |
| Flow 15% | 48 158 gpm maximum | 54 165.1 gpm maximum |
| Head 10% | 52 91 ft maximum head | 75 105 ft maximum head |
| Solids 15% | 30 passes solids up to 0.6 in | 60 passes solids up to 1 in |
| Warranty 30% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Westinghouse WP160 | Wacker Neuson PT2A | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Semi-trash | Trash |
| Ports | 2 in | 2 in |
| Maximum flow | 158 gpm | 165.1 gpm |
| Maximum head | 91 ft | 105 ft |
| Suction lift | 25 ft | 24.6 ft |
| Largest solids | 0.6 in | 1 in |
| Engine and build | ||
| Engine | 212 cc | Honda GX160, 163 cc |
| Fuel tank | - | 0.8 gal |
| Runtime on a tank | - | 1.8 hr |
| Weight | 53 lb | - |