Ingersoll Rand SS3L3 Single-Stage review
A 3 HP single-stage 60-gallon with 11.3 CFM at 90 PSI (Ingersoll Rand's figure). It's the least expensive way into a pro-brand 60-gallon tank.
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Full specifications
| Noise rating | Not published |
|---|---|
| Noise source | — |
| CFM at 90 PSI | 11.3 |
| CFM at 40 PSI | — |
| CFM at max pressure | 10.3 @ 135 PSI |
| Max PSI | 135 |
| Tank | 60 gal |
| Horsepower | 3 HP |
| Pump | Oil-lubricated |
| Stages | Single-stage |
| Power | 240V circuit |
| Duty cycle | — |
| Weight | 300 lb |
| Price band | $600–$1,500 (checked October 18, 2026) |
A dash means the manufacturer doesn't publish that figure. We never estimate one.
Our take
The SS3L3 is Ingersoll Rand's 3 HP, single-stage, 60-gallon vertical. Ingersoll Rand's own spec table lists 11.3 CFM at 90 PSI and 10.3 CFM at its 135 PSI maximum, with a 300 lb unit weight.
Single-stage pumps stop at lower pressures than two-stage ones, so the tank stores less air. For a home shop running an impact wrench, air ratchet and blow gun, it is a solid, well-supported choice.
There is no published noise rating. For a quieter 60-gallon, see the California Air Tools CAT-60040CAD.
Pros
- 11.3 CFM at 90 PSI from 3 HP
- Ingersoll Rand pump and support
- Lower price than two-stage 60-gallon units
Cons
- Single-stage tops out at 135 PSI
- No published noise rating
What it can run
With a 30% safety margin, 11.3 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: Entry-level 60-gallon from a pro brand.
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 #4 of 4 in 60 gallon.
- No published noise rating, unlike 2 of the 4 models in that list.
- 11.3 CFM at 90 PSI against a class median of 11.3 CFM, so about average airflow for the class.
- Price band $600–$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 SS3L3 Single-Stage: quick answers
How loud is the Ingersoll Rand SS3L3 Single-Stage?
The manufacturer doesn't publish a noise rating, so we can't place it on our decibel scale. Treat it as typical for its class.
What can the Ingersoll Rand SS3L3 Single-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 11.3 CFM at 90 PSI.
Is the Ingersoll Rand SS3L3 Single-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 SS3L3 Single-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.
- ingersollrand.com: CFM @ 90 PSI, CFM @ max PSI, max PSI, pump type, weight
- Amazon product listing: tank, horsepower, stages
Alternatives to consider
California Air Tools CAT-60040CAD
75 dB · 10.6 CFM @ 90 PSI · $1,500+
The quietest 60-gallon shop compressor
Ingersoll Rand 2340L5-V Two-Stage
85 dB · 14.3 CFM @ 90 PSI · $1,500+
Professional two-stage shop air
Appears in: 60 gallon · Shop / heavy duty