--- product_id: 313569137 title: "Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup" brand: "vixen horns" price: "R8753" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Vixen Horns" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313569137-vixen-horns-heavy-duty-onboard-air-compressor-200-psi-vxc8301 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 200 PSI max pressure 1.7 CFM rapid airflow Thermal overload protection Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup **Brand:** vixen horns **Price:** R8753 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Elevate your ride with unstoppable power and reliability! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup by vixen horns - **How much does it cost?** R8753 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313569137-vixen-horns-heavy-duty-onboard-air-compressor-200-psi-vxc8301) ## Best For - vixen horns enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted vixen horns brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Rapid 1.7 CFM Airflow:** Quickly fills up air tanks up to 5 gallons, minimizing wait time and maximizing efficiency. - β€’ **Powerful 200 PSI Output:** Delivers high-pressure air for demanding tasks like train horns and air suspension. - β€’ **Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Hose:** Durable rubber hose with stainless steel mesh and check valve extends compressor lifespan by preventing backflow. - β€’ **Maintenance-Free & Weather-Resistant:** Sealed, oil-less design with washable intake filter keeps performance optimal in any environment. - β€’ **Built to Last with Thermal Protection:** Automatic thermal overload switch prevents motor burnout, ensuring long-term reliability. ## Overview The Vixen Horns VXC8301 is a heavy-duty 12V onboard air compressor delivering up to 200 PSI with a 1.7 CFM airflow rate. Designed for vehicles with air suspension, train horns, and tire inflation, it features a sealed, oil-less pump, thermal overload protection, and a durable stainless steel braided hose with check valve. Maintenance-free and weather-resistant, it ensures rapid, reliable air supply for up to 5-gallon tanks, making it the ultimate upgrade for professional-grade air systems. ## Description This maintenance free heavy duty air compressor rated at 200 PSI is designed for use with any high-pressure on-board air system, or other applications that require an air pressure supply. Designed to work with air tanks up to 5 gallons. Unit comes with a standard ΒΌ" stainless steel braided hose with ΒΌ" NPT in-line check valve, fuse and mounting hardware. Ideal for all vehicles with a 12V system. 200 PSI Air Compressor 12V Permanent Magnetic Motor Maximum Working Pressure: 200 PSI Duty Cycle: 100% @ 100 PSI Amperage Draw: 23A Flow Rate: 1.7CFM @ 0 PSI Oil-less Design Moisture and Dust Resistant Anodized Aluminum Alloy Cylinder Automatic Reset Thermal Overload Protector Mounting Plates with Vibration Isolators ΒΌ" NPT Stainless Steel Braided Leader Hose Intake Filter Assembly Insulated Wiring with Connectors 30A In-line Fuse with Waterproof Holder Mounting Hardware Included Dimensions: 10-ΒΎ" L x 4" W x 6-ΒΎ" H Review: Had to replace this compressor and Pressure switch after they burned up after 2 years. - The Compressor and switch were acting up once winter set in. The initial unit shipped with the horns, started running often, so often it drained the truck battery to the point of replacement required. I was forced to remove the fuse in winter after battery replacement. This continued into year 2 and in October I had to disable the horns until spring. Between April and June the compressor finally died (still ran all the time) and no recharging the tank. The tank was holding pressure, and we checked the air lines for leaks with none identified. Once we replaced the compressor with the heavy-duty model and the new pressure switch, the tank holds pressure, and no random running of the compressor. I verified this with a battery Trail Camera sound and motion activated, placed facing the compressor in the engine compartment for a week with no intermittent operation of the compressor noted. Fingers crossed this resolves the issue for me. One comment! We moved the intake and filter inside the truck cabin when we saw how much dirt and moisture has accumulated in that filter. This will keep the compressor cleaner and avoid moisture and dirt accumulation collecting from the engine compartment. I recommend doing this when you install this system. Best of luck! Review: Quality!! - Great quality at an outstanding price. It fills my compressor even quicker than the more expensive major brand model I had. ## Features - 200 PSI COMPRESSOR - A efficient 12V compressor with an air flow rate of 1.7CFM and ΒΌ" NPT hose that will rapidly fill up your air tank for applications such as train horns, air suspension, tire inflation and air tools - MAXIMUM PROTECTION - Equipped with a thermal overload protector switch that protects the unit by preventing the motor to overheat - STRONG LEADER HOSE WITH CHECK VALVE - Heavy duty rubber hose covered with a stainless steel mesh for maximum protection against heat and high pressure. Installed at the end of the hose is a check valve, which prevent the air from the tank to travel back to the compressor extending the pump's lifespan - SEALED AND MAINTENANCE FREE - A sealed design for optimal protection against the elements and a permanently lubed pump's cylinder that requires no future lubrication for convenient use - DETACHABLE INTAKE FILTER ASSEMBLY - A washable foam filter compatible with remote-mount installations, a feature that allows you to move the air intake to a location less exposed to dust and moisture than were the compressor is installed, resulting in improved performance and better throttle response ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B015QCP25Y | | Additional Features | Heavy Duty | | Air Flow Capacity | 1.7 Cubic Feet Per Minute | | Brand | Vixen Horns | | Brand Name | Vixen Horns | | Capacity | 5 gallons | | Color | Chrome | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 354 Reviews | | Hose Length | 3.5 Meters | | Included Components | Mounting Plates with Vibration Isolators, Intake Filter Assembly, Insulated Wiring with Connectors, Mounting Hardware | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 27.3L x 10.2W x 17.1H centimeters | | Item Weight | 4.2 kg | | Manufacturer | Vixen Horns | | Manufacturer Part Number | VXC8301 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Maximum Current | 23 Amps | | Maximum Horsepower | 0.2 Horsepower | | Maximum Power | 0.2 Horsepower | | Maximum Pressure | 200 Pound per Square Inch | | Model Name | VXC8301 | | Model Number | VXC8301 | | Noise | 73 Decibels | | Noise level | 73 Decibels | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Power source | Corded Electric | | Recommended Uses For Product | Tire Inflation, Air Suspension, Air Tools | | Recommended uses for product | Tire Inflation, Air Suspension, Air Tools | | Special features | Heavy Duty | | Style | Classic | | Tank Volume | 5 Gallons | | UPC | 636967103050 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 12 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Vixen Horns - **Noise level:** 73 Decibels - **Power source:** Corded Electric - **Recommended uses for product:** Tire Inflation, Air Suspension, Air Tools - **Voltage:** 12 Volts ## Images ![Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61q0ZONjj2L.jpg) ![Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610DmFXev6L.jpg) ![Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61tW78G4HwL.jpg) ![Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61nskbC0JVL.jpg) ![Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI VXC8301 For Train Horn, Air Suspension, Air Ride, Air Bags | Universal Replacement for 12V Vehicles Like Car, Truck, Semi, Pickup - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61r3Jwvr2vL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: does it cut off Automatically and come on??** A: Cody; My unit is Wired Only. You must provide a "Pressure Switch" with "Differential Pressure Adjustment" in order to Adjust " Turn-Off and Turn-on" Pressure that you require. You also should include a Relay, and Fuse. The pressure Switch alone is not Heavy enough to carry the required Amperage of Start-up. Always include a Fuse of rated Start, and Run capacity. boba **Q: Any warranty? I bought it last year and it’s been sitting all winter went to turn it on it runs and dies out after a couple minutes.** A: Hello;; Your unit appers to have a "Pressure Switch". This switch usually is Adjustable... It is normay set to turn "OFF", at a frequently needed Pressure.. Look at the Incoming Power wires. The switch would be "In Line" before the Compresor motor. **Q: Anyone know where to get parts for these? the piston on mine snapped (it gets a lot of use). thanks, mason** A: I Know This Is A 2 yr Old Question ,But The Piston Rod Snapped In My VXC8301 6 Months After Installation. Air Horns & Its Not Like I Use Them Everyday....Bad Design. I Called Amazon & Their Sending Me A New One Under Another 1 yr Warranty,You Can Add A 3yr Warranty For A $. **Q: Can I use a one gallon tank?** A: This pump says it can be used with up to a 5 gallon tank. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had to replace this compressor and Pressure switch after they burned up after 2 years. *by M***D on 23 July 2024* The Compressor and switch were acting up once winter set in. The initial unit shipped with the horns, started running often, so often it drained the truck battery to the point of replacement required. I was forced to remove the fuse in winter after battery replacement. This continued into year 2 and in October I had to disable the horns until spring. Between April and June the compressor finally died (still ran all the time) and no recharging the tank. The tank was holding pressure, and we checked the air lines for leaks with none identified. Once we replaced the compressor with the heavy-duty model and the new pressure switch, the tank holds pressure, and no random running of the compressor. I verified this with a battery Trail Camera sound and motion activated, placed facing the compressor in the engine compartment for a week with no intermittent operation of the compressor noted. Fingers crossed this resolves the issue for me. One comment! We moved the intake and filter inside the truck cabin when we saw how much dirt and moisture has accumulated in that filter. This will keep the compressor cleaner and avoid moisture and dirt accumulation collecting from the engine compartment. I recommend doing this when you install this system. Best of luck! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality!! *by C***R on 12 February 2026* Great quality at an outstanding price. It fills my compressor even quicker than the more expensive major brand model I had. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good performance *by J***. on 18 March 2026* Great pump filled my 1 gallon air tank to 130 psi in less than than 2 minutes Where my pressure switch was set to cut it off The only thing wrong was the filter was busted up during delivery so I ordered a replacement from Amazon for $9.00 as I figured it would be to big a hassle to return or file a claim ## Frequently Bought Together - Vixen Horns Heavy Duty Onboard Air Compressor 200 PSI. Universal Replacement for Truck/Car Train Horn/Suspension/Ride/Bag kit/System. Fits All 12v Vehicles like Semi/Pickup VXC8301 - Vixen Horns 170-200 PSI Air Pressure Switch Tank Mount Type 1/4" NPT 12V/24V for Train/Air Horn VXA7200 - Vixen Horns 120-150 PSI Air Pressure Switch Tank Mount Type 1/4" NPT 12V/24V for Train/Air Horn VXA7150 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313569137-vixen-horns-heavy-duty-onboard-air-compressor-200-psi-vxc8301](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313569137-vixen-horns-heavy-duty-onboard-air-compressor-200-psi-vxc8301) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-08*