SHANGDA 1.7 HP Submersible Sump Pump

The SHANGDA sump pump is a corded submersible model listed at 1.7 hp, with manufacturer-claimed flow of up to 125 gpm and lift height of 35 feet. Its manual plug-in operation and stated debris and shallow-water limits matter when choosing it for draining pools, ponds, or flooded areas.

At a glance

The listing claims a maximum flow rate of 125 gpm and says it can drain up to 7500 GPH at 5 feet. These are manufacturer claims, not independent measurements.
The pump is described for pools, ponds, hot tubs, flooded basements, and window wells, and is claimed to handle solids up to 1/5 inch.
The listing says it can remove water down to 1/3 inch from a surface and has a detachable bottom for cleaning.
Three hose adapters are listed for several discharge hose and garden hose connections.

Price

$48.39Save 15%

Reference price: ~~$56.93~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Corded operation avoids reliance on a rechargeable battery during a draining job.
The stated shallow-water pickup and solids-handling limits make the claimed use cases more specific than simple clean-water transfer.
The listed adapters cover multiple hose connection sizes.

Cons

It does not support automatic start/stop, so operation requires plugging in to start and unplugging to stop.
The manufacturer recommends a 1-1/2-inch discharge hose for better water flow, which may not match every existing hose setup.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	SHANGDA
Model	1

Pump performance
Horsepower	1.7 hp
Maximum flow rate	125 gpm
Maximum lifting height	35 feet
Flow claim at 5 ft	Draining water up to 7500 GPH at 5 ft.

Power
Power configuration	Corded Electric

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	9.4"L x 7.4"W x 14"H

Materials and protection
Material listed	Thermoplastic
Color	Yellow
Solids handling claim	up to 1/5″ solids
Minimum water removal claim	down to 1/3 inch from the surface
Thermal overload claim	cuts off power automatically when the motor is overloaded and causing the temperature to rise to 95°F

What to know before buying

Before switching it on, the listing instructs users to submerge the pump at an incline for 20–30 seconds to release excess air. It also states that the pump stops when unplugged and does not provide automatic start/stop.

What’s in the box

Included

Manual
3 hose adapters
Nylon rope
Teflon tape
Hose clamp

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People draining pools, garden ponds, hot tubs, or flooded areas who can operate the pump manually.
Buyers whose drainage setup can use one of the listed adapter sizes and who need the stated shallow-water removal capability.

Less suited to

Anyone who needs a pump that automatically starts and stops without manual plugging and unplugging.
Buyers who need a verified flow rate for a specific lift height or hose arrangement, since the listing supplies performance claims rather than independently verified results.

SHANGDA 1.7 HP Submersible Sump Pump · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 49 ratings

5 stars71%71%
4 stars8%8%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars5%5%
1 star11%11%

Customer feedback describes the pump as good quality and appreciates its pumping power, with a customer specifically noting high flow capacity. Those impressions are relevant to its stated high-flow draining role, but they do not verify the listed flow or lift figures. The aggregate ratings lean positive while still including a notable one-star share, so experiences are not uniformly favorable.

Positive themes

Customers describe the pump as good quality.
Customers appreciate its pumping power, including a mention of high flow capacity.

Frequently asked questions

Does this pump start and stop automatically?

No. The listing says it runs when plugged in and stops when unplugged, and does not support automatic start/stop.

What flow rate and lift height are listed?

The specifications list a maximum flow rate of 125 gpm and a maximum lifting height of 35 feet. The feature text separately claims up to 7500 GPH at 5 feet. Treat these as manufacturer claims, not verified performance at every hose setup or lift height.

What size debris can it handle, and how much water can it leave behind?

The listing claims it handles solids up to 1/5 inch and can remove water down to 1/3 inch from the surface.

Which hose connections are described?

The listing describes adapters for NPT 1-1/2-inch, GHT 3/4-inch, and hose sizes of Ф 1-1/4", Ф 1", or NPT 1". It recommends a 1-1/2-inch discharge hose for better flow.