FIND THE RIGHT 250 - 450 CFM AIR COMPRESSOR
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Looking for a 250, 300, 400 or 450 CFM compressor? Tell us your application, required pressure and budget. We’ll send you a personalised comparison of suitable new portable compressors across the CoolBlast range.
✔ Right specification – matched to your application, airflow and pressure.
✔ Warranties and availability – compare cover and delivery lead times.
✔ Your preferred setup – towable or skid-mounted, with aftercoolers and moisture separators where needed.
✔ Expert recommendation – advice on which option offers the best value for your requirements.
✔ UK support and finance available
Popular Compressors Between 250 - 450 CFM
Leasing available
Powerful, high-capacity and built for serious demand - industrial air power without compromise.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Applied 268 is a heavy-duty mobile diesel air compressor delivering up to 268 cfm at 7–14 bar, making it ideal for contractors and industrial users who need a consistent, high-volume air supply for demanding applications. Powered by a reliable 4-cylinder Hatz diesel engine, it delivers dependable performance with excellent efficiency and long service life.
Built for tough site conditions, the Applied 268 features a robust steel enclosure and trailer-mounted design for easy transport and durability on site. A standard integrated air dryer ensures a clean, moisture-free air supply, making it perfectly suited to abrasive blasting, dustless blasting, dry ice blasting, cabinet systems, and high-air-demand tooling.
With multiple outlets — 2 × ¾” and 1 × 1½” — the compressor offers excellent flexibility, allowing multiple tools or blasting systems to run simultaneously. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Applied blasting equipment, the 268 delivers outstanding versatility across a wide range of industrial applications.
Flow Rate:
268 CFM @ 7 bar
229 CFM @ 10 bar
194 CFM @ 14 bar
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High-capacity Kubota diesel compressor built for the big jobs
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
For operators who need serious air power, the MDVN 83 Eco5 delivers a massive 283 CFM at pressures up to 12 bar. With a 4-cylinder Kohler Stage V engine at its core, this compressor is designed for large-scale abrasive blasting, fibre optic cable blowing, and heavy industrial site work. Multiple air outlets allow flexible connection of different tools, while the fuel-saving pneumatic control system and large 140-litre tank provide excellent efficiency on long shifts. Rugged, reliable, and built to perform, the MDVN 83 is a workhorse for the most demanding applications.
Flow Rate:
283 CFM @ 7 bar
226 CFM @ 10 bar
198 CFM @ 12 bar
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Leasing available
High-output, versatile and built for demanding applications — delivering 370 CFM at pressures up to 14 bar.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Powerful, reliable and Stage V compliant – the Avelair AP11000 is a heavy-duty portable diesel compressor designed for demanding sandblasting, abrasive blasting, construction and industrial applications.
Powered by a 129.3 hp Kubota V3800 diesel engine, the AP11000 delivers up to 370 CFM with selectable working pressures up to 14 bar. This combination of high airflow and pressure makes it an excellent choice for professional blasting contractors, surface preparation specialists and industrial operators requiring reliable compressed air.
Available in towable and stationary configurations, the AP11000 provides flexibility for both mobile operations and fixed-site applications. An optional aftercooler can be specified for applications where reducing compressed air temperature is important.
With its soundproofed steel enclosure, advanced electronic controller, automatic safety monitoring and 170-litre fuel tank, the AP11000 is engineered for dependable performance in demanding working environments.
Flow Rate:
370 CFM @ 7 bar
370 CFM @ 8.5 bar
370 CFM @ 12 bar
342 CFM @ 14 bar
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Leasing available
Heavy-duty, high-capacity compressor for blasting and industrial applications.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The PDC 350 is a powerful portable diesel compressor delivering up to 388 cfm at 7 bar, making it ideal for demanding jobs such as sand blasting, shot blasting, dustless blasting, dry ice blasting and large-scale site work.
Powered by a robust Perkins 1104A-44T 4-cylinder engine, the PDC 350 combines high airflow with long service life and fuel efficiency. Built on a durable braked trailer chassis, it’s designed for safe road towing and easy transport to any site.
Flow Rate:
388 CFM @ 7 bar
346 CFM @ 10 bar
310 CFM @ 12 bar
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Leasing available
Flexible air power on the move — the world’s #1 PTO-driven compressor.
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Applied Varimount 350 is a best-selling PTO air compressor that delivers a powerful 350 cfm (5.0–10.2 m³/min) at 10 bar (145 psi), making it the most versatile solution for agriculture, construction and industrial sectors. Designed to be mounted on the front or rear of your tractor, it provides unbeatable flexibility and eliminates the hassle of towing a separate diesel compressor.
At its core is Applied’s patented MAGNUM air end, designed for maximum reliability and efficiency with virtually no wear. With a compact footprint, rugged construction, and easy maintenance design, the Varimount 350 delivers continuous, reliable compressed air whenever and wherever it’s needed — all while cutting emissions by using your tractor’s existing engine
Flow Rate:
350 CFM @ 10 bar
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Flagship Stage V compressor delivering maximum output
Power Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The MDVS 125 Ecoco5 is Rotair’s flagship portable compressor, offering an enormous 424 CFM of compressed air. Driven by a 142 HP Kubota Stage V diesel engine, it combines sheer power with the latest emissions compliance. With dual pressure capability (7–10 bar), heavy-duty four-outlet configuration, and a robust galvanized chassis, it is built for major industrial projects, from abrasive blasting yards to high-volume fibre blowing. This is the machine for contractors who need the very best in portable compressed air — uncompromising power, reliability, and efficiency.
Flow Rate:
424 CFM @ 7 bar
388 CFM @ 10 bar
353 CFM @ 12 bar
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Vortex Ice Labs chose CoolBlast to supply a Rotair MDVN 53, delivering 175 CFM, complete with integrated aftercooler for exceptionally dry compressed air.
Vortex Ice Labs - August 2026
POPULAR PORTABLE COMPRESSORS
Explore options from Rotair, Applied and Avelair. Whether you’re replacing an existing compressor or buying your first, we’ll help you compare the specification and cost.
Not sure which model suits your equipment? Send us your requirements and we’ll recommend suitable options.
PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSORS OVER 250 CFM
Compressors in this airflow range can suit pneumatic tools, construction work, industrial maintenance and blasting applications.
The right choice depends on how much air your equipment uses, the pressure it needs and whether you’re running one tool or several together.
At CoolBlast, we’ll help you compare suitable petrol, diesel and electric compressors, including towable and skid-mounted configurations where available.
WHICH CFM COMPRESSOR DO I NEED?
Your compressor needs to deliver sufficient airflow at your actual working pressure. The headline CFM figure alone doesn’t tell you whether a machine will meet your requirements.
When comparing compressors, we look at:
Required airflow and operating pressure.
The tools or machinery you’ll be running.
Whether several tools will operate together.
Continuous or occasional use.
Portability and available power supply.
Aftercooler and moisture separator requirements.
Your budget and preferred delivery date.
Not sure what you need?
Send us your equipment details or a photo of its specification plate. We’ll help you work out the correct airflow and pressure.
WHY BUY YOUR COMPRESSOR FROM COOLBLAST?
Multiple Compressor Manufacturers
Compare suitable options across our range, with advice based on your requirements.
Correct Compressor Sizing
We check airflow and pressure together to help you choose a machine that can support your equipment.
Clear Delivered Prices
Your comparison includes delivery costs, warranty details and current availability.
UK Support
Advice before purchase and support once your compressor arrives.
Finance Available
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