P-4
KOBRA 400 C4
Professional multiple-user heavy duty shredder
The Kobra 400 C4 is a P-4 cross cut shredder that takes up to 48 sheets per pass into a 53-gallon bin.
Free shipping, dock to dock within the 48 contiguous states.
This machine weighs over 200 lb. If your address has no loading dock it needs Lift Gate Service ($120.00 per order), which is added to your cart automatically. Have a loading dock? You can remove it in the cart.
At a glance
- Security level
- P-4
- Sheets per pass
- 48
- Throat width
- 16″
- Bin volume
- 53 gal
Description
About the Kobra 400 C4
Designed to shred large quantities of paper, credit cards, CD/DVD and Floppy-disks, Kobra 400 C4 shreds up to 48 sheets at a time in 3/16 x 1 1/2 inch (P-4) cross cut. Motor thermal protection: 24 hour continuous duty powerful 2.9 HP motor without overheating and duty cycle. Carbon hardened steel cutting knives unaffected by staples and metal clips and heavy duty chain drive with steel gears which offer reliability and resistance to wear.
Equipped with Energy Smart System with optical illuminated indicators for power saving standby mode, Automatic Start&Stop, Safety Stop at door opening and/or full waste bag, Automatic Reverse in case of jamming. Convenient 53 gallon high quality steel cabinet mounted on casters.
Options available: automatic oiler (Accu-Flow AF-300 SP), document shelf
Certification marks: ETL - CB - CE. NPSA rated product: approved for UK Government use (for details contact NPSA). Trade Agreement Act (TAA).
Consumable materials:
- Plastic bags (art. code SB-35)
- Kobra Oil to lubricate the cutting knives (7 oz bottle, art. code SO-1032)
- Certification marks
- ETL, CB, CE; NPSA rated (approved for UK Government use); Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant
- Consumable materials
- Plastic bags (art. code SB-35) · Kobra Oil to lubricate the cutting knives (7 oz bottle, art. code SO-1032)
- Options available
- Automatic oiler
- Warranty
- 1 year machine · 5 years blades · 1 year labor (terms)
- Kobra article code
- 99.591
Supplies & options
Made for the Kobra 400 C4
Shredder bags
- SB-35 Shredder Bags (50/Box) $31.20
Shredder oil
Options & parts
Warranty
Kobra Limited Warranty
Kobra level 1–5 shredder
- Machine
- 1 year
- Cutting blades
- 5 years
- Warranty labor
- 1 year
From the date of purchase, for the original purchaser, against defects in materials and workmanship.
Full warranty terms
Kobra paper shredders are covered by the limited warranty described herein for the sole benefit of the original purchaser. This warranty is valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase on Kobra level 1 through 5 shredders and ninety (90) days on Kobra level 6 high security shredders against defects in materials and workmanship. The cutting blades in Kobra shredders level 1 through 5 are covered by this limited warranty for five (5) years from the original date of purchase and on level 6 high security models for one (1) year from the date of original purchase against defects and workmanship. In the event such defects are within the warranty period your Kobra shredder retailer will, at its sole option, repair or replace with an equivalent product at no charge to the original purchaser. Warranty labor is covered for one (1) year on level 1 through 5 models and for ninety (90) days on level 6 high security models. Your Kobra service center reserves the right to require proof of purchase to perform warranty service.
This limited warranty is void (1) if the product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use, misuse, neglect, lack of lubrication, vandalism, improper service, act of nature, improper supply power or other causes not arising out of defect in material or workmanship. (2) If your Kobra shredder retailer has not been given reasonable opportunity to inspect the product alleged to be defective.
In no event shall Kobra, Marquis or your Kobra shredder retailer be liable for the loss of use of the product, removal expenses, transportation damage or any other special incidental or consequential cost(s), expenses or damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of the machine or its use by the purchaser, user or any other person. This limited warranty is expressly in lieu of any other warranty, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose. There are no warranties beyond the description on the face hereof.
Product evaluation
How it rates
- Shredding outputSheets per hour
- Waste bulk reduction3 / 5
- Security level2 / 5
- Sheet capacitySheets at a time
Technologies
Built into the Kobra 400 C4
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Automatic Reverse System
Automatic reverse in case of jamming.
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Continuous duty shredding
24 hour continuous duty operation without overheating and duty cycles.
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Energy Smart System
Automatic power saving stand-by mode.
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LED indicators
Clearly show the current status of the machine.
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Safety Stop
Automatic stop with light signal for open door and/or full waste container.
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Start & Stop
Automatic start and stop through electronic eyes.
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Steel cutting knives
Carbon hardened steel cutting knives.
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Super Potential Power System
Heavy duty chain drive system with metal gears.
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Optional
Automatic oiler
Accu-Flow external automatic oiler (AF-300 SP) available as an option.
Certifications & approvals
Tested, listed, approved
The Kobra 400 C4 carries 1 government security approval, alongside independent electrical safety listings.
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Global
DIN 66399 · ISO/IEC 21964
Deutsches Institut für Normung · ISOThe international standard for data-destruction security. This model shreds paper to security level P-4.
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UK
UK Government approved
NPSA (formerly CPNI)Rated by the UK National Protective Security Authority for UK Government use.
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USA · Canada
ETL listed
Intertek · NRTLIndependently tested to UL and CSA electrical safety standards for North America.
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USA
TAA compliant
Trade Agreements Act · 19 U.S.C. § 2501Kobra states this model complies with the Trade Agreements Act, which most US federal purchasing requires.
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International
IECEE CB Scheme
IECEEInternationally recognized electrical safety test certificate.
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EU
CE marked
European UnionConforms to EU health, safety and environmental requirements.
Marks and approvals as published by the manufacturer for this model. Government approval status can change. Ask us for the current certificate or listing before you buy for a regulated program.
Kobra 400 C4 specifications
| Model | KOBRA 400 C4 |
|---|---|
| Throat Width | 16 inch |
| Shred Type | Cross cut |
| Shred size | 3/16 x 1 1/2 inch (P-4) cross cut |
| Security Level ISO/IEC 21964 (DIN 66399) | P-4 O-3 T-4 E-3 F-1 |
| Sheet capacity | up to 48 |
| Shreddable materials | Paper, Credit cards, Credit cards with chip, Films, CDs/DVDs, Floppy disks, USB pen drive |
| Bin Volume | 53 gallons |
| Speed | 30 ft/min |
| Noise Level | 58-61 dB(A) |
| Voltage | 115 Volt / 60 Hz |
| Power | 2.9 HP |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 23.5 x 19 x 36.5 inch |
| Weight | 209 lb |
| Kobra article code | 99.591 |
Downloads
Video & documents
Shredder security levels explained
The Kobra 400 C4 is rated P-4: particles no larger than 160 mm². DIN 66399 (ISO/IEC 21964) sets the largest particle a shredder may leave behind at each level.
| Level | Max particle | Intended for |
|---|---|---|
| P-1 | 2,000 mm² | General internal documents with no personal data. |
| P-2 | 800 mm² | Internal documents that should not be read casually. |
| P-3 | 320 mm² | Sensitive and personal data. |
| P-4 this model | 160 mm² | Confidential and personal data — the usual minimum for GDPR-relevant paperwork. |
| P-5 | 30 mm² | Highly confidential data. |
| P-6 | 10 mm² | Secret data, where reconstruction must be extremely difficult. |
| P-7 | 5 mm² | Top secret and classified data, the strictest level in the standard. |
Kobra 400 C4 FAQ
What security level is the Kobra 400 C4?
The Kobra 400 C4 is rated P-4 for paper under DIN 66399 / ISO/IEC 21964, shredding to 3/16 x 1 1/2 inch (P-4) cross cut. At P-4, the standard allows particles no larger than 160 mm². That level is intended for confidential and personal data — the usual minimum for GDPR-relevant paperwork. The full rating across media types is P-4 O-3 T-4 E-3 F-1.
How many sheets can the Kobra 400 C4 shred at once?
The Kobra 400 C4 shreds up to 48 sheets in a single pass, through a 16 inch throat width.
What shred size does the Kobra 400 C4 produce?
The Kobra 400 C4 produces a shred size of 3/16 x 1 1/2 inch (P-4) cross cut.
What can the Kobra 400 C4 shred besides paper?
The Kobra 400 C4 accepts paper, credit cards, credit cards with chip, films, CDs/DVDs, floppy disks, USB pen drive. Feeding it anything outside that list risks damaging the cutting knives.
How large is the waste bin on the Kobra 400 C4?
The Kobra 400 C4 has a waste container of 53 gallons.
Can the Kobra 400 C4 run continuously?
The Kobra 400 C4 is rated for 24 hour continuous duty operation without overheating and duty cycles.
How loud is the Kobra 400 C4?
The Kobra 400 C4 operates at 58-61 dB(A).
What power supply does the Kobra 400 C4 need?
The Kobra 400 C4 runs on 115 Volt / 60 Hz and draws 2.9 HP.
What warranty does the Kobra 400 C4 have?
The Kobra 400 C4 is covered by the Kobra Limited Warranty for the original purchaser: 1 year on the machine against defects in materials and workmanship, 5 years on the cutting blades and 1 year of warranty labor, from the date of purchase. The retailer repairs or replaces a defective unit at its option. Damage from accident, misuse, neglect, lack of lubrication or improper power is not covered, and proof of purchase may be required.
