Smittybilt 2781 Air Compressor
#3 in Heavy dutyFull review
For off-roaders who air down and want fast refills on big tires without paying ARB prices. Drivers who only top up car tires should get something smaller.
Smittybilt $229.99$229.99
3.3/5
For truck, Jeep and SUV owners who air down on weekends and want a proven compressor at a sensible price. Bigger tires or long sessions call for a 400P or 450P.
- Battery clampsPower
- 150 PSIMax pressure
- 65.1 L/minAirflow
- NoAuto shutoff
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$158.06Check price at VIAIR$149.95
Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Airs up 33 in truck and Jeep tires much faster than a socket inflator
- 25 ft hose with a built-in deflator lets you air down and up with one tool
- Runs half an hour straight at normal tire pressures
- Long track record and parts support
Cons
- No auto shutoff: you watch the inline gauge
- Needs a rest at high pressures (33% duty cycle at 100 PSI)
- Has to be clamped to the battery under the hood
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 30033 |
|---|---|
| Inflating | |
| Max pressure | 150 PSI |
| Airflow (maker) | 65.1 L/min |
| Auto shutoff | No |
| Duty cycle | 30 min on |
| Noise | 78 dB |
| Power | |
| Power | Battery clamps |
| Power bank | No |
| Power cord | 8 ft |
| Build | |
| Air hose | 300 in |
| Light | No |
| Dimensions | 9.0 x 4.9 x 7.5 in |
| Weight | 8.7 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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