The Tornado BR 22/14 (Catalog #99695T-C) is the larger of Tornado’s two BR cylindrical walk-behind scrubbers — built for facilities where the BR 18/11’s 18″ path and 18,000 sq ft/hr productivity are not enough. With a 22″ cleaning path, 14-gallon solution tank, and 22,000 sq ft/hr productivity, the BR 22/14 cleans a 20,000 sq ft facility floor in approximately 55 minutes at continuous operation. The cylindrical brush system scrubs at 1300 RPM with 4–6 times more contact pressure than rotary scrubbers — reaching grout lines, floor texture, and uneven surfaces that flat rotary pads ride over without cleaning. At 67 dB, it qualifies for LEED certification and is suitable for daytime cleaning in occupied facilities. Backed by a 4-year parts / 10-year roto / 2-year labor warranty — a longer parts warranty than the BR 18/11’s 2-year coverage. Unit includes on-board charger and a set of soft scrub brushes.
Twin City Vacuum in Crystal, Minneapolis, MN is an authorized Tornado dealer. We carry the complete Tornado commercial equipment lineup. Questions? Call us at 763-535-0770. Free shipping on orders over $30 to all 50 states.
Why the BR 22/14 Instead of the BR 18/11
Both machines use identical cylindrical brush technology, the same 1300 RPM brush speed, the same parabolic squeegee system, and the same rotomolded polyethylene construction. The decision between them is entirely about facility size, floor layout, and throughput requirements.
The BR 22/14 is the right choice when:
Your primary cleaning areas are open floor spaces — warehouses, distribution centers, large retail floors, school gymnasiums, hospital corridors — where the wider path reduces passes and cleaning time
You need 22,000 sq ft/hr productivity to meet your cleaning schedule within one shift
Your floor plan has doorways and access points wide enough for a 24″ machine — the BR 22/14 is 24″ wide vs the BR 18/11’s 21″
You want the 4-year parts warranty rather than the BR 18/11’s 2-year coverage — meaningful for a capital equipment purchase at this price point
Larger 14-gallon solution and 15-gallon recovery tanks reduce tank fill/dump cycles during a cleaning session
The BR 18/11 at $4,680 is the right choice for tighter spaces, smaller facilities, narrower corridors, and restrooms where the 22″ path and 24″ machine width cannot maneuver. Shop the BR 18/11 →
Key Features of the Tornado BR 22/14
22″ Cleaning Path — 22,000 Square Feet Per Hour
The 22″ cleaning path covers 22,000 sq ft per hour — 22% more productive per hour than the BR 18/11 at 18,000 sq ft/hr. For a facility requiring 40,000 sq ft of floor scrubbing per shift, this difference reduces required scrubbing time from approximately 2 hours 13 minutes (BR 18/11) to approximately 1 hour 49 minutes (BR 22/14) — saving roughly 24 minutes of labor per shift, every shift.
1300 RPM Cylindrical Brush — 4–6× More Contact Pressure Than Rotary
The cylindrical brush spins at 1300 RPM driven by a 550W brush motor, with the angled brush geometry delivering 4–6 times more contact pressure per square inch than a flat rotary pad. Grout lines, floor texture seams, and uneven surface areas that a rotary pad rides over without engaging are cleaned in a single BR 22/14 pass. Five brush options are available:
Super Soft Scrub Brush (48902140) — delicate or polished surfaces
Medium Roller Brush (K57623480) — medium-duty scrubbing
Hard Grit Roller Brush (K57622990) — aggressive soil removal on concrete
Parabolic Squeegee System — 100% Solution Recovery
The parabolic squeegee delivers 100% solution recovery — leaving no solution on the floor, no slip hazard, and the floor ready for immediate use after scrubbing. The 33″ squeegee width extends beyond the 22″ brush path to capture all solution. The four-sided rear blade and quick-release lever allow fast, tool-free squeegee rotation and replacement to maintain recovery performance without downtime.
14-Gallon Solution Tank / 15-Gallon Recovery Tank
The 14-gallon solution tank and 15-gallon recovery tank are the largest in the Tornado BR walk-behind lineup — allowing extended scrubbing sessions before tank servicing is needed. At 22,000 sq ft/hr, the BR 22/14 can cover approximately 12,000–15,000 sq ft before a typical tank fill cycle depending on solution flow rate settings. Both tanks are rotomolded polyethylene — single-piece, seamless, corrosion and impact resistant.
4-Year Parts Warranty — The Strongest in the BR Lineup
The BR 22/14 carries a 4-year parts / 10-year roto / 2-year labor warranty — double the 2-year parts coverage of the BR 18/11. For a capital equipment purchase at this price level, the extended parts warranty meaningfully reduces total cost of ownership over the machine’s service life.
On-Board Charger — No Separate Charger Purchase Required
The on-board charger is included with the machine — plug in overnight and the BR 22/14 is fully charged for the next shift. No separate charger purchase required.
24V Battery System — Three Configurations Available
The BR 22/14 runs on a 24V battery system requiring two batteries. Three battery types are available:
Lead-Acid (99695T-C) — two batteries #99812 required — standard configuration, lowest upfront cost
AGM (99695T-CG) — two batteries #99559 required — maintenance-free, non-spillable, longer service life than lead-acid
TPPL (99695TE) — two batteries #NXS120 required — fastest charge time, longest cycle life, lightest option
The standard listing (99695T-C) includes lead-acid batteries. Call us at 763-535-0770 to discuss AGM or TPPL battery configurations.
67 dB — LEED Qualifying Quiet Operation
At 67 dB, the BR 22/14 qualifies for LEED certification and is suitable for daytime cleaning in occupied facilities — during school hours, in open office environments, and in healthcare facilities where noise disruption must be minimized.
Simple Operator Interface — Low-Profile Sight Line
Clear, intuitive controls with a low-profile sight line — the operator has an unobstructed view of the floor being scrubbed from the handle position. Minimal training required. The BR 22/14 operates identically to the BR 18/11 — operators trained on either machine can switch between both without additional instruction.
Rotomolded Polyethylene Body — 10-Year Roto Warranty
The single-piece rotomolded polyethylene body has no seams, welds, or joints to crack or leak — backed by a 10-year warranty on the roto body, identical to the BR 18/11.
Tornado BR 22/14 vs BR 18/11 — Side-by-Side Comparison
Healthcare — hospital corridors, large clinic floors, patient wings — LEED-qualifying quiet operation at 67 dB
Education — school cafeterias, gymnasium floors, large hallways, university facilities
Industrial and manufacturing — concrete warehouse floors, loading docks, production floor areas
Hospitality — hotel back-of-house service corridors, kitchen floors, large function room hard floors
Retail — large-format store tile floors, distribution center access areas
Office buildings — open floor hard surface areas, lobby floors, service corridors
Airports and transit — gate area hard floors, concourse corridors, service areas
Video Guides — Tornado BR Cylindrical Scrubbers
No BR 22/14-specific video exists. The following Tornado official videos cover the BR family including the BR 22/14. The BR 22/14 is mechanically identical to the BR 18/11 in operation — all BR 18/11 operating procedures apply directly.
Tornado Automatic Scrubbers Family Overview
Official Tornado overview of the full automatic scrubber family — covers the BR cylindrical scrubber line including key features, cleaning technology, and commercial applications.
BR 18/11 Scrubber Training — Applies to BR 22/14 Operation
The BR 22/14 operates identically to the BR 18/11. This official Tornado on-site training video with David Nagel covers complete BR scrubber operation, solution and recovery tanks, brush adjustment, squeegee maintenance, and battery care — all procedures apply to the BR 22/14.
What is the difference between the BR 22/14 and the BR 18/11?
The BR 22/14 has a 22″ cleaning path (vs 18″), 22,000 sq ft/hr productivity (vs 18,000), 14-gallon solution tank (vs 11), 15-gallon recovery tank (vs 12), 550W brush motor (vs 500W), weighs 223 lbs (vs 157 lbs), and carries a 4-year parts warranty (vs 2 years). The BR 18/11 is right for tighter spaces, restrooms, and corridors. The BR 22/14 suits larger open floor areas where wider cleaning path and larger tanks reduce passes and tank cycles. Call us at 763-535-0770 if you’re unsure which model fits your facility.
Does the BR 22/14 include batteries and charger?
Yes — the 99695T-C standard model includes lead-acid batteries and an on-board charger. No separate charger purchase required. AGM (99695T-CG) and TPPL (99695TE) battery configurations are also available. Call us at 763-535-0770 to discuss battery options.
Why does the BR 22/14 have a longer parts warranty than the BR 18/11?
The BR 22/14 carries a 4-year parts warranty vs 2 years for the BR 18/11 — reflecting its positioning as a higher-output machine built for more demanding facility applications. Both carry the same 10-year roto body warranty and 2-year labor warranty.
What floor types can the BR 22/14 clean?
Nearly any hard commercial flooring — ceramic tile, VCT, polished concrete, quarry tile, textured rubber, epoxy-coated concrete, and sealed natural stone. Match brush type to floor finish: soft brushes for polished or delicate surfaces, hard grit brushes for unfinished concrete or heavily soiled industrial floors.
Is there a training video specifically for the BR 22/14?
No BR 22/14-specific video exists. The BR 22/14 operates identically to the BR 18/11 — all BR 18/11 training videos and operating procedures apply directly. The Tornado BR Scrubber Training video on this page covers complete operation and maintenance for both machines.
Is Twin City Vacuum an authorized Tornado dealer?
Yes. Twin City Vacuum in Crystal, Minneapolis, MN is an authorized Tornado dealer. All units are genuine Tornado equipment backed by the full manufacturer warranty. Our in-house technicians service Tornado commercial equipment at our Crystal, MN location. Call us at 763-535-0770.
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Twin City Vacuum ships the Tornado BR 22/14 (99695T-C) to all 50 states. Every unit is genuine Tornado equipment backed by the full manufacturer warranty and supported by our in-house commercial equipment technicians.
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