Elgin has led the mechanical street sweeping industry since the invention of the first 3 wheeled Elgin Sweeper in 1914


Mechanical Street Sweepers Built for Every Application

Elgin’s mechanical street sweepers are engineered to handle a wide range of debris, routes, and operational demands. From compact, maneuverable models to high-capacity, highway-speed machines, each sweeper is purpose-built to deliver reliable performance, efficient debris collection, and proven durability. Compare key specifications below to find the mechanical sweeper that best fits your route conditions, debris type, and productivity requirements.

 

Mechanical: Pelican® Eagle® Broom Bear® Road Wizard® Broom Badger®

Engine

John Deere 4045T 
74 hp @ 2400 RPM
Cummins Qsf 2.8 L
74 hp @ 2500 RPM
Cummins L9 260
260 hp @ 2200 RPM
Cummins QSF 2.8 L
74 hp @ 2500 RPM
Kubota V2403
65 hp @ 2700 RPM

Sweep System

Hydraulically
driven brooms
No-jam conveyor
Hydraulically
driven brooms
Hydraulically
driven brooms
Hydraulically
driven brooms
Hydraulically
driven brooms
Squeegee elevator
Sweeping Path (max) 10 ft Standard 10 ft
(12 ft option)
Standard 10 ft
(12 ft option)
Standard 10 ft
(12 ft option)
10 ft
Hopper Capacity 3.6 cu yd 4.5 cu yd 4.5 cu yd 5.4 cu yd 4 cu yd
Water Capacity 220 gal 360 gal 360 gal 360 gal 220 gal
Hopper Dump (max) 9 ft 6 in 11 ft 2 in 11 ft 2 in 11 ft 2 in 11 ft 2 in 
Hopper Dump (location) Variable height
front dump
Variable height
right dump with side shift
Variable height
right dump with side shift
Variable height
right dump with side shift
Variable height
left dump 
Chassis Elgin purpose-built Conventional / Cab-over Conventional / Cab-over Conventional / Cab-over Cab-over
Travel Speed 20 MPH Highway Highway Highway Highway

 

Explore Elgin’s Mechanical Sweeper Lineup

Learn more about Elgin’s powerful mechanical sweepers—including the Broom Badger, Road Wizard, Pelican, Broom Bear, and Eagle—designed to handle everything from tight urban routes to heavy-duty debris by navigating through the sections below.


Broom-Badger

Dual-Engine, Millings & Granular Debris, Non-CDL Available 

Product Overview

Looking for a maneuverable yet powerful compact mechanical sweeper? If so, consider the Broom Badger® from Elgin® Sweeper. This dual-engine sweeper is easy to operate and maintain and does not require a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) to operate, making it ideal for municipal and contractor customers who need powerful cleaning in a size that benefits their operations. The compact, low-profile design allows easy access to tree-lined streets. And the short, 109-inch (2769 mm) wheelbase and tight turning radius give the operator great maneuverability for cul-de-sac curb lines and tightly winding streets without sacrificing sweeping performance.

 

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Road-Wizard

Dual-Engine, Millings & Granular Debris

Product Overview

The Elgin® Road Wizard® mechanical broom sweeper has a powerful, dual-engine design with a 360-gallon (1363l) water tank for superior dust control and a large 5.4 yd3 (4.1 m3) hopper. This sweeper features a double-scissors lifting mechanism, which is center-mounted for greater stability, rigidity, and trouble-free operation. Plus, its dumping height is variable up to 11 feet, 2 inches (3404 mm), and 11” (279 mm) of hopper side-shift ensuring uniform dumping.

 

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Pelican1

Single-Engine, Hybrid, Bulky Debris, Non-CDL Available

Product Overview

The Elgin® Pelican® broom sweeper is a three-wheel mechanical sweeper based on one of the original street sweeper designs, which has been continuously improved since 1914, meeting the highest sweeper standards. Maneuverability, visibility, economy, serviceability, and single-lane dumping with a sweep system that easily handles heavily compacted dirt and bulky debris are all features of the Elgin Pelican. An isolation-mounted cab provides a cleaner, quieter operation, and the improved 360-degree visibility and easier access for service and maintenance make the Elgin Pelican an industry leader in road sweepers.

 

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Broom Bear Neighborhood

Single-Engine, Hybrid, Millings & Granular Debris, Non-CDL Available

Product Overview

The Elgin® Broom Bear® four-wheel mechanical (broom) sweeper is the epitome of durability and longevity. It boasts unparalleled efficiency, making it the top choice on the market. The sweeper is mounted on a commercially available conventional or cab-over chassis, complete with fully dualized controls (single-steer optional) and an intelligent single-engine design that utilizes the chassis engine to power the sweeper. The Elgin Broom Bear features a large hopper and water tank, which translates to more productive sweeping time. Its single-engine design ensures minimal maintenance or the need for replacement sweeper parts.

 

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Eagle-Beauty-1

Dual-Engine, Bulky Debris

Product Overview

Looking for a top-notch sweep system that can handle variable high dump capabilities and highway transport speeds? The Elgin® Eagle® four-wheel mechanical (broom) sweeper has got you covered. With features like a no-jam conveyor or optional elevator squeegee system, a wide sweep path, and a tried-and-true variable height lift system, dumping is a breeze with 11” (279 mm) of hopper side-shift. The Eagle is built on a conventional or cab-over commercial chassis and boasts a dual-mode air suspension system that allows operators to switch between a solid rear axle for dumping stability and a fully sprung chassis for comfortable, controlled high-speed transport.

 

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  • Broom Badger
    Dual-Engine
    Millings & Granular Debris
    Non-CDL
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  • Pelican
  • Single-Engine, Hybrid
    Bulky Debris
    Non-CDL

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  • Broom Bear
  • Single-Engine, Hybrid
    Millings & Granular Debris
    Non-CDL Available

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  • Eagle
  • Dual-Engine
    Bulky Debris

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Elgin has led the mechanical street sweeping industry since the invention of the first 3 wheeled Elgin Sweeper in 1914.

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