Some people may say that any air compressor that you can muscle into the bed of a pickup truck is a portable air compressor. The majority of us, however, prefer to have truly portable tools. The kinds that you can pick up on your own, and take with you everywhere you go. With that type of real portability in mind, the DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor is now available.

Of course, we all know that DeWalt is one of the world’s leading tool makers, so it’s no wonder that they are heading the way for a new generation of portable air compressors. But the sheer power and durability that they have managed to pack into the DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor is going above and beyond the call of duty.

Rock Solid

I’ve seen my fair share of “portable” air compressors over the years. One thing that they all had in common was that they were simply not tough. The majority of air compressors that are small enough to fit in the trunk of a car were just not intended for daily use and abuse. That’s what makes the DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor stand out from the crowd.

This air compressor has managed to deliver a relatively powerful pump in a body that is built to withstand regular punishment on the job. The DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI, Max Trim Compressor, may not be the biggest compressor on the block, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t as tough as they come.

DeWalt D55140 Air Compressor Details & Features

• The entire unit is protected by a roll cage to prevent damage to the inside parts.
• It has a heavy-duty 1-gallon tank for trim nailing and other light-to-medium duty tasks.
• It delivers 135 psi maximum air flow.
• The pump is oil-free, so there’s no ongoing maintenance needed.
• Only draws 2.6 amps, so it’s simple to start up even on cold days.
• Dimensions: 9-inches wide and 24 pounds in weight.
• Backed by a manufacturers 1-year warranty.

The DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor certainly isn’t the type of air compressor that you’d use as the centerpiece of a commercial garage. But for on the go types of jobs or finishing on carpentry projects, this is the ideal, small but powerful air compressor that professionals and weekend builders, alike, have been waiting.

Customer Reviews

As part of my research for this DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor review, I looked at over 70 online customer reviews. This model has earned an above average score of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

A few folks complained that this model wasn’t up to snuff for more intense work, like framing. That may be true, but for finishing tasks and other light-to-medium duty pneumatic tools, this unit is more than adequate.

And since it is the most compact and durable of all the portable compressors that I’ve seen, the DeWalt D55140 1-Gallon 135 PSI Max Trim Compressor is highly recommended for people who need serious air flow, no matter where they go.