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14 Gal. 6.0 Peak HP NXT Shop Vacuum Wet Dry Vac with Fine Dust Filter, Hose, Accessories and Car Cleaning Kit HD1401

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  • Large capacity wet dry vacuum for heavy-duty, pro cleanups
  • Wet dry vacuum car cleaning kit includes 7 convenient tools
  • RIDGID shop vac features a Full Lifetime Warranty
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About This Product

The RIDGID 14 gallon 6.0 peak horsepower NXT wet dry shop vacuum was built for pros to take their projects to the next level. This vac comes with a 7 ft. hose, fine dust filter, NXT Max floor tool with wet shoe, NXT Max car nozzle, 2 extension wands and a premium car cleaning kit to deep clean your vehicle. With more power, enhanced durability and an advanced design engineered for the pro user, this high-performance vacuum is part of the most powerful line of wet dry vacs RIDGID has ever made. Its redesigned scroll technology gives the shop vac an increase in power, suction, and lift. The 14 gal. NXT vac includes 2-1/2 in. locking accessories that lock onto a wand or hose for uninterrupted cleaning and the 2-1/2 in. diameter size resists clogs. Two locking extension wands extend reach while the bare floor tool cleans larger areas. Use the floor tool with wet shoe to clean liquid spills and the car nozzle for detailed cleaning. A tool caddy on the back and caster feet securely store included accessories. The blower port adds versatility and allows you to use the hose to blow leaves, grass clippings and more. This vac features our patented Qwik Lock filter that makes installing or removing your wet dry vac filter quick, easy, and secure. Pro Tip: Add a RIDGID shop vac filter (VF4000, VF5000, VF6000, VF7000, VF8000 sold separately) to a RIDGID shop vac to maintain the power of the vac and extend vacuum life. Dust bags are also available for quick cleanups and disposal.

Highlights

  • With 301 air watts, 165 CFM and 56 inches lift, this RIDGID 14 gallon 6.0 Peak HP NXT wet/dry shop vacuum with premium car cleaning kit is best for tackling large-volume messes or heavy-duty pro cleanups
  • Shop vac locking attachments include 2-1/2 in. x 7 ft. Tug-A-Long, DUAL-FLEX locking hose, 2 extension wands, NXT Max floor tool, NXT Max wet shoe and NXT Max car nozzle
  • Premium car cleaning kit includes a more durable and flexible 1-1/4 in. x 10 ft. premium hose, a claw nozzle, a 1-1/4 in. to 2-1/2 in. adapter, a 2-1/2 in. hose-to-hose connector, an extra-long flexible crevice tool for tight spots, a hard bristle brush for lifting dirt and a soft bristle brush for gentle cleaning
  • NXT Max accessories are part of the Swap.Lock.Clean attachment system, an upgraded ecosystem of customizable wet dry vac accessory tools with swappable shoes that adapt to your needs
  • Filtration includes a patented Qwik Lock fine dust filter for trapping fine powders, cold ashes and mold, that snaps on or off the wet/dry shop vac for easy cleaning
  • 2-piece heavy-duty drum construction offers the toughest RIDGID durability and the vac's powerful performance increases pickup power
  • 7-ft. Tug-A-Long hose has a locking connection that won't pull loose during use and the DUAL-FLEX hose feature gives 180-degree mobility at both hose ends while resisting collapsing
  • 2-1/2 in. accessory diameter is the optimal size to resist clogging and makes cleaning large messes quick and easy through the secure locking connections
  • Use the extension wands to extend reach, the floor tool with detachable wet shoe to clean larger areas, and the car nozzle to clean smaller spaces
  • Ergonomic front-to-back top carry handle and the side carry handles allow for a better grip when emptying and maneuvering around the jobsite or workstation
  • Drum keying ensures the motor cover is correctly oriented to create optimal airflow, while the lid latches tight to the drum, improving suction loss and convenience while carrying the wet/dry shop vac
  • Onboard accessory storage on caster feet keeps attachments secured and right at hand, hose storage keeps hose neat, and the top handle doubles as a cord wrap for stowing long 20-ft. power cord
  • 4 swivel casters on bottom of vac provide 360-degree rotation for easy movement from room-to-room or jobsite-to-jobsite and the large power switch allows for easy on/off activation
  • RIDGID offers a wide range of replacement filtration options (VF4000 general debris filter, VF5000 fine dust filter, VF6000 HEPA material filter, VF7000 wet application filter and VF8000 HEPA filter) that capture a variety of dirt and debris, and a variety of Size A collection bags (VF3502 dry debris, VF3602 cyclonic dry debris, VF3702 wet/dry debris) for quick and easy cleanups (sold separately)
  • Product may vary by store, included accessories may differ from that pictured, but does not affect function
  • Air Watts specifications tested to ASTM standard. CFM specifications are based on average motor performance. Peak Horsepower represents a level at or below the maximum horsepower output of an electric motor tested in a laboratory using dynamometer.
  • Gallons indicated reflect drum volume, not necessarily collection capacity. Actual capacity dependent upon type of debris collected, condition of filter, and other factors.
  • Shop compatible NXT accessories and shoes. Swap.Lock.Clean.
  • Full lifetime warranty against material defects and workmanship (www.RIDGID.com/us/en/wet-dry-vac-warranty)
  • Register your RIDGID wet/dry vacuum at www.RIDGID.com/Tools/Vac-Registration
  • Purchase only genuine RIDGID replacement filters and collection bags, use of any other replacement filters and collection bags may reduce performance
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Product Information

Internet # 308343494

Model # HD1401

Store SKU # 1003104206

Specifications

Dimensions: H 25.2 in, W 20.7 in, D 20.7 in

Dimensions

Hose Diameter (in)

2 1/2 in

Hose Length (ft.)

7 ft

Peak Horsepower (php)

6

Product Depth (in.)

20.7 in

Product Height (in.)

25.2 in

Product Width (in.)

20.7 in

Details

Amperage (amps)

10.5

Blower Port

Included

Cord Length (ft.)

20

Cordless/Corded

Corded

Debris Type

Cold Ashes, Dust Mites, Fine Powders, General Debris, Pollens, Sawdust

Filter Type

Cartridge

Included Accessories

No additional accessories included

Product Weight (lb.)

25 lb

Returnable

90-Day

Vacuum Maximum Capacity (Gallons)

14 gal

Questions & Answers

the published numbers don't add up. I quote "With 301 air watts, 165 CFM and 56 inches lift, ....." 165CFM & 56" lift computes to 1087 airwatts. How are you getting these numbers?
ByJun 3, 2026
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What does a 55inch lift mean
ByMay 30, 2026
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Hello Vale, Thanks for reaching out. HD1401 has a water lift of 56" ASTM Inches. Basically, Water Lift measures how strong the pull is. For any other questions, please call our friendly Customer Service team from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Central Time. You can reach us at 1-800-474-3443. Alternatively, feel free to send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com, and we'll be more than happy to help. Thanks, RIDGID

By|Jun 1, 2026

    It means the vacuum can create enough suction to lift a column of water 55 inches high in a test setup.

    By|May 31, 2026


      Can the vacuum be operated without a bag?
      ByFeb 19, 2026
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      Yes you may use this shop bank without a bag however it must have a filter installed though.

      By|Feb 20, 2026


      does the pliable orange hose come with it?
      ByFeb 12, 2026
      1 Answer | 
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      Hi HomeDepotCustomer, Thank you for your inquiry, and we appreciate your interest in our product. Yes, the model HD1401 comes with the premium car cleaning kit VT2534, which includes the flexible orange hose. We hope this helps. If you have additional questions, you may call our Customer Service at 1-800-474-3443 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time or send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com and we'll be glad to assist you. Thanks, RIDGID

      By|Feb 27, 2026


        How do I change the filter
        ByFeb 4, 2026
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        Below is a link to the vacuum's use and care manual it will answer all of your questions. https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/e5/e53eac58-d430-4fd9-8bfd-34c5e63f6817.pdf

        By|Feb 5, 2026


        I need a shoe for using on carpet.
        ByDec 29, 2025
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        Hello Shoe, Thanks for reaching out. You can try the 2-1/2 in. SK1500 NXT Floor Tool Hard and Soft Bristle Shoe Kit Shop Vacuum Attachments which will work with the floor tool of your HD1401. You can get it at your preferred Home Depot Stores or online at https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-2-1-2-in-SK1500-NXT-Floor-Tool-Hard-and-Soft-Bristle-Shoe-Kit-Shop-Vacuum-Attachments-for-RIDGID-NXT-Wet-Dry-Vacs-SK1500/328760730. For any other questions, please call our friendly Customer Service team from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Central Time. You can reach us at 1-800-474-3443. Alternatively, feel free to send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com, and we'll be more than happy to help. Thanks, RIDGID

        By|Dec 30, 2025


          What is the water lift for this vac?
          ByDec 10, 2025
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          Hello Curt, Thank you for your inquiry about our products. For HD1401, the water lift is 56 ASTM Inches. If you have additional questions you may call our Customer Service at 1-800-474-3443 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time or send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com and we'll be glad to assist you. Thanks, RIDGID

          By|Dec 11, 2025


            What is the CFM of the 14 gallon 6.0 HP vac?
            ByDec 5, 2025
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            Hello CFMs, Thanks for your inquiry about our product. This HD1401 14-gallon wet/dry vac is rated at 165 CFM. If you have questions or concerns, you may call our Customer Service at 1-800-474-3443 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time or send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com and we'll be glad to assist you. Thanks, RIDGID

            By|Dec 6, 2025


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              Customer Reviews

              4.7 out of 5

              • 4.7 out of 6,110 reviews
              • 94% recommend this product
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              Bought it during Black Friday for a great deal and has worked awesome. Plenty of power and I like how the attachments latch in. It is some what noisy but probably no more than most shop vacs. Arrived quick with no issues.
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              I went with the 16gal 6.0 peak because it has higher CFM (184cfm I believe) where the 12gal is about 100-130cfm. I can note the difference in my shop. I wish the footprint was a little smaller however.
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              Order for pickup in store!!
              Do not get this item shipped to your house. They use OnTrac for shipping (whole other issue) and the vacuum sat at their warehouse for 3 days (I only live 45 minutes away from their warehouse) after telling me it would arrive earlier than the expected date. Then the vacuum did not come in a RIDGID box, it arrived in 2 brown boxes taped together. I then opened the box and it seemed like the vacuum was used. Scrapes all over it and the bag with all the accessories was ripped open and looked like the bristles on the brush were all frayed and had also looked to have been used. Complete hassle for them to only offer a 20% discount after telling me they could only do 15% after originally only offering 10%. Pick up items in store so you can see they are in the original box or container and have not been messed with.
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              Response from RIDGIDJan 9, 2026
              Hello Just a regular guy,

              Thank you for taking the time to write a review and bringing your issue with your order to our attention. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

              Please be advised that the items ordered online are usually shipped in brown kraft cartons. It will not have a retail carton like what is in stores.

              We recommend reviewing Home Depot return policy, which can be found at this link: https://www.homedepot.com/c/Return_Policy. It will provide you with detailed information on how to proceed with returning your product. Additionally, we encourage you to reach out directly to Home Depot regarding the issue with your order. They have dedicated customer service representatives who will be able to assist you further in resolving any concerns or queries.

              For further assistance with regards on the damaged accessories, you may contact our friendly Customer Service from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Central Time. You can reach us at 1-800-474-3443. Alternatively, feel free to send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com with the pictures of the damaged accessories and we'll be more than happy to help.
                

              Best regards,
              RIDGID Ridgid
                3 found this review helpful
                So far I have only used it to clean my car, and it's performance was outstanding. Compared to my house shark and a smaller shop vac from another brand this was so pleasant to use and watch it suck dirt so easily. On the other hand, I did not anticipate the filters and bags cost, however, that wasn’t enough for me to return it; I’m still glad I did. Before purchasing this vac, I read some reviews about issues installing the casters and I got to understand where they were coming from. After the first try with bare hands, (given that my hand dexterity and strength is somewhere around the lower levels) I opted to use 2 screw drivers to press on casters and that took care of the issue for me.
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                Main attachment arrived broken
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                Response from RIDGIDDec 29, 2025
                Hello HOWARD,

                Thank you for writing us a review, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused you. This is not the experience we strive to provide. If the vacuum was purchased within the last 90 days, we suggest bringing it to the store. Alternatively, you can contact our friendly customer service at 1-866-994-8759 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time and we’ll be glad to assist you.

                Thanks,
                RIDGID Ridgid
                • Verified Purchase
                This rigid shop-vac is great. It comes with several attachments for getting into tight spaces especially for vehicle vacuming. It also has vefy powerful suction. I recommend this shop-vav.
                by
                1 found this review helpful
                Never received my product so I can’t give any stars and customer service was trash didn’t offer a replacement or refund at the least
                by
                Response from RIDGIDApr 21, 2025
                Hello HomeDepotCustomer,

                Thank you for taking the time to write a review and bringing your issue with your order to our attention. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

                To address your concern, we recommend reviewing Home Depot return policy, which can be found at this link: https://www.homedepot.com/c/Return_Policy. Additionally, we encourage you to reach out directly to Home Depot regarding the issue with your order. They have dedicated customer service representatives who will be able to assist you further in resolving any concerns or queries.

                If you have additional questions or concerns, you may call us at 1-866-994-8759 from Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time or email us at info.info@emerson.com and we'd be glad to assist you

                Thanks,
                RIDGID Ridgid
                1 found this review helpful
                First time use.
                Im upset and frustrated and feel like this product is a joke. I actually used it for the first time this weekend. It was fine picking up dust and lint but when it came to small piece of plastic, little bits of drywall or a tiny nail the size of a thumb tack, it didn’t pick up crap. With a 6 hp motor you’d think it could handle more than what a generic home vacuum could pick up. I got this product thinking it could suck up small bits and piece of whatever. Well I was wrong. Very disappointed!!!
                by
                Response from RIDGIDFeb 7, 2025
                Hello Alex,

                Thanks for writing a review and we’re sorry to know what you have experienced with the vac. This is not typical with our vacuums to malfunction prematurely. We recommend that you check the following:
                1. Check for blockage
                 Empty the tank
                 Clean or replace the filter
                 Check the float. It should be moving freely
                 Check the hose for any blockage
                2. Check for loose connections
                 Check hose connections
                 Replace hose if there are holes or tears
                 Make sure that the powerhead is seated correctly to the drum

                Please also eep in mind that there are several factors that can affect actual airflow, including turbulence in the hose and wands.

                You may return the vac to Home Depot store within 90 days of purchase. If your vac was purchased more than 90 days ago or you no longer have the receipt, our RIDGID® wet / dry vacs have a full lifetime warranty against manufacturing and material defects. Please note that failures due to misuse, abuse or normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty. If the issue persists, you may submit a warranty claim online at https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/wet-dry-vac-warranty or call our customer service at 1-800-474-3443. Note that our normal business hours are from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time. Or send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com and we'll be glad to assist you.

                Thanks,
                RIDGID Ridgid
                  • Recommended
                  2 found this review helpful
                  Missing part
                  Sense like a good vacuum, but you don't get all the pieces that the box shows or the owners manual shows. Customer service is useless in helping. They just have a lame excuse saying you must not have gotten the updated version.
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                  Response from RIDGIDJan 7, 2025
                  Hello Biged169,

                  Thank you for writing us a review and we’re sorry for the inconvenience. We assure you that his is not typically with our products. For missing parts out of the box, you may return the product at the store within 90 days of purchase. You may also call our Customer Service at 1-800-474-3443 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time or send us an email at info@ridgidvacs.com and we'll be glad to assist you.
                  Kindly provide the model and serial number of the vacuum when you call.

                  Thanks,
                  RIDGID Wet/Dry Vac Customer Support Ridgid
                    • Recommended
                    2 found this review helpful
                    Item Without Advertised Attachments
                    Great vacuum and value at this advertised price. However, the vacuum does not include the advertised NXT max attachments. It includes the older wet nozzle, car nozzle and utility nozzle that is incompatible with the NXT max line. Spoke with Home Depot and they are unwilling to provide the advertised attachments. Only option is return. Photo attached shows the vacuum you actually will receive. The car detailing kit is still included.
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                      Built for pros, this 14 Gal. wet/dry vac offers powerful suction, a car cleaning kit, and locking accessories for uninterrupted cleaning.
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                      Suction Power

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                      Filter Type

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