Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage review
A 5 HP, 175 PSI two-stage Type 30 on a 60-gallon tank, with 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI. It's a professional workhorse for auto and fabrication shops. At 85 dB it is louder than a vacuum cleaner.
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How loud is it?
- Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage85 dB
Retailer spec, measuring distance not stated. Brands measure at different distances, so treat 1–2 dB differences as a tie. Why dB ratings vary.
Full specifications
| Noise rating | 85 dB |
|---|---|
| Noise source | Retailer spec, measuring distance not stated |
| CFM at 90 PSI | 14.3 |
| CFM at 40 PSI | — |
| CFM at max pressure | 14 @ 175 PSI |
| Max PSI | 175 |
| Tank | 60 gal |
| Horsepower | 5 HP |
| Pump | Oil-lubricated |
| Stages | Two-stage |
| Power | 240V circuit |
| Duty cycle | — |
| Weight | 430 lb |
| Price band | $1,500+ (checked October 18, 2026) |
A dash means the manufacturer doesn't publish that figure. We never estimate one.
Our take
The Type 30 two-stage pump is one of the most common professional shop compressors in North America, and the 2340L5-V is its 5 HP, 60-gallon version. It delivers 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI and 14.0 CFM at its 175 PSI maximum.
That is enough for an auto shop running impact wrenches, die grinders and a paint gun, though not all at once at full load. The splash-lubricated cast-iron pump runs at lower speed than direct-drive units, which helps it last.
It is not quiet. Retail specs put it at about 85 dB, so in a home garage or a shop with an office next door, plan to put it in a separate room and run a hard line. Our How Loud Is an Air Compressor guide covers how to do that.
Pros
- 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI
- Two-stage cast-iron pump built for long hours
- 175 PSI max
Cons
- About 85 dB: plan for a separate room or enclosure
- Needs a 240V circuit and an anchored pad
What it can run
With a 30% safety margin, 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI comfortably covers these tools from our list (nailers assumed at 30 shots a minute):
- Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2" Impact Wrench (4.2 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 2235TiMAX 1/2" Impact Wrench (6 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 2135QXPA 1/2" Impact Wrench (5 CFM average)
- AEROPRO A398 1/2" Aluminum Impact Wrench (6.5 CFM average)
- Metabo HPT NT50AE2 18-Gauge Brad Nailer (0.025 cu ft per shot)
- Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer (0.09 cu ft per shot)
- Ingersoll Rand 170G 3/8" Air Ratchet (3 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 3101G 1/4" Die Grinder (3 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 119MAXK Air Hammer Kit (2.9 CFM average)
- AEROPRO R500 LVLP Spray Gun (3.9 CFM average)
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Best for: Professional two-stage shop air.
Buy it if: you run air tools for long stretches in a shop; you run impact wrenches, ratchets or spray guns in bursts.
Skip it if: you need to work indoors or near people without hearing protection; you don't have, or can't install, a 240V circuit.
How it compares in its class
- Ranked #2 of 4 in 60 gallon.
- Quieter than 0 of the 1 other rated models in that list (it is one of the louder options).
- 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI against a class median of 11.3 CFM, so above average airflow for the class.
- Price band $1,500+; see every spec side by side in the comparison table.
Ownership tips
- Drain the tank after each use (daily on a shop compressor) to stop rust from the inside.
- Check the oil level before use and change it on the schedule in the manual, using non-detergent compressor oil.
- Have an electrician install a dedicated 240V circuit sized to the motor, and anchor the tank on a level floor.
- Test the safety relief valve now and then by pulling its ring briefly, and never adjust or plug it.
General guidance; always follow the owner's manual. More in our maintenance checklist.
Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage: quick answers
How loud is the Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage?
It is rated at 85 dB (retailer spec, measuring distance not stated), which is louder than a vacuum cleaner.
What can the Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage run?
With a 30% safety margin it covers Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2" Impact Wrench, Ingersoll Rand 2235TiMAX 1/2" Impact Wrench, Ingersoll Rand 2135QXPA 1/2" Impact Wrench, AEROPRO A398 1/2" Aluminum Impact Wrench, Metabo HPT NT50AE2 18-Gauge Brad Nailer, Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer, Ingersoll Rand 170G 3/8" Air Ratchet, Ingersoll Rand 3101G 1/4" Die Grinder, Ingersoll Rand 119MAXK Air Hammer Kit, AEROPRO R500 LVLP Spray Gun from our tool list, based on 14.3 CFM at 90 PSI.
Is the Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage oil-free?
No. It has an oil-lubricated pump, so check the oil level before use and change it on schedule.
What power does the Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage need?
It needs a dedicated 240V circuit. Have a licensed electrician size and install it to match the motor's nameplate.
Spec sources
Where each figure on this page comes from (checked October 18, 2026). We don't present manufacturer figures as our own measurements.
- northerntool.com: noise, CFM @ 90 PSI, CFM @ max PSI
- shop.ingersollrand.com: max PSI, tank
- Amazon product listing: horsepower, pump type, stages
- amazon.com: weight
Alternatives to consider
California Air Tools CAT-60040CAD
75 dB · 10.6 CFM @ 90 PSI · $1,500+
The quietest 60-gallon shop compressor
Quincy QT-54 Two-Stage
dB not published · 15.2 CFM @ 175 PSI · $1,500+
Long-life splash-lubricated shop compressor
Appears in: 60 gallon · Two-stage · Shop / heavy duty · Industrial