Modern cleaning equipment is mobile, relatively easy to operate and maintain, and, most importantly, affordable. In winter, a snow blower is no less useful in the household than a lawn mower in summer. This device significantly saves time in the process of snow removal, works better than a conventional shovel. Gives the territory a well-groomed, beautiful look.

The main details of such a device include:

• Ladle. Its dimensions determine the width and height of the capture of snowdrifts in one pass.
• Screw. It depends on the strength and material of the part with what density of snow it can handle. Plastic is suitable for light fresh snow. Metal with a rubber coating — for a denser, wet, caked. Metal with teeth will cope even with an icy mass.
• Gutter. Snow is poured over it. This part can have an adjustment for the direction of ejection, up and to the sides. Metal ones are stronger and more reliable. Plastic lightweight, less expensive.
• Body and motor. The motor drives the impeller. In self-propelled devices provides movement. The more powerful the engine, the higher the performance of the device.
• Control knobs, control panel in complex mechanisms.
• Auxiliary wheels or caterpillar mechanism.

Best Inexpensive Gasoline Snow Blowers

Patriot PS 603

Patriot PS 603

PATRIOT PS 603 snow blower, self-propelled, with 6.5 hp engine. It belongs to medium-sized models, perfect for working on the territory of a country house. In comparison with other models in the subcategory, it has the most affordable price.

Product benefits include large 13″ diameter (33 cm) wheels with deep tread for easy movement on slippery surfaces or deep snow. The presence of five speeds forward and two back allows you to choose the best option for movement, taking into account the conditions of the territory.

The bucket captures a snow cover 56 cm wide, 40 cm high. Metal augers work well in hard snow and icy surfaces. The model has the ability to select the height of the bucket position. The chute is adjustable in height and sides of the ejection, respectively by 70 and 190 degrees. Snow leans back up to 10 meters.

The device starts manually, without problems. Operates at temperatures down to -25°. According to users, it copes with cleaning perfectly, it is easy to operate, it consumes fuel economically.

Huter SGC 4100 WIDE

Huter SGC 4100 WIDE

Huter SGC 4100 WIDE model with 6.5 hp four-stroke engine. The snow blower has an increased bucket width of up to 62 cm, and it can cope with a snow thickness of up to 54 cm in height.

In terms of dimensions, the device is compact, designed to clean small areas, up to about 15 acres in size. Can work at low sub-zero temperatures. Moves with the help of two basic inflatable wheels. Thanks to special protectors on the tires, the wheels have good cross-country ability and maneuverability, without slipping. Product weight 73 kg.

Power combined with strong steel blades of two augers provides high-quality cleaning from freshly fallen snow and denser, frozen. Through a special chute, it leans back up to 15 meters. The direction of ejection is regulated in the course of work, by means of the handle.

The model has five forward speeds and two reverse ones, which allows you to choose the optimal mode for specific cleaning conditions. The start is manual, all controls are located conveniently, in front, near the base of the handle.

According to users, the power of the device is more than enough for efficient operation. Among the advantages are easy starting in cold weather, the quality of materials, and the reliability of the design.

Hyundai S 5556

Hyundai S 5556

The model is equipped with a four-stroke gasoline engine Hyundai ICW160 with a capacity of 5.5 hp. The device has optimal dimensions both for working in open areas and for cleaning areas with trees, buildings, and garden paths. The width of the bucket is 53 cm, it captures drifts up to 51 cm in height. The steel auger with ice axes allows you to cope with a dense and icy layer of snow.

The snow mass ejection range is up to 11 m, the ejection direction is adjustable during operation vertically and laterally with a range of up to 200 °. The snow blower is self-propelled with four gears forward and one reverse. With oversized pneumatic wheels and x-track tires, skis under the bucket. Despite the weight of 57 kg, the device is easy to handle.

Starting the device is simple, using the manual easy start system. Users note the convenient location of the control panel, ease of use, good quality of materials and assembly of the model.

The best mid-range petrol snow blowers

Husqvarna ST124

Husqvarna ST124

The device is equipped with a powerful 5.9 hp engine. with manual start and electric starter, which is especially convenient at low temperatures. The model uses a durable steel auger with teeth, a bucket and a chute that can cope with dense, packed snow. The bucket is 61 cm wide and 53 cm high.

Control mechanisms are the most convenient, reliable, but without unnecessary bells and whistles, so as not to increase the cost of the product. In the center of the panel is a speed switch, of which there are six, of which four are forward and two are reverse. On the sides are comfortable handles, auger start levers and clutches. Snow throwing range up to 15 meters, with direction adjustment using a lever of conventional design.

The model comes with factory pre-sale preparation, with oil filling. The tank of the device holds 2.2 liters of gasoline. According to user reviews, this is a simple and reliable snow blower, with high work efficiency and maneuverability.

Huter SGC 6000

Huter SGC 6000

The device is equipped with reliable metal augers that can crush dense snow. The design provides cut cotter pins to protect the working bodies. The snow chute captures an area 62 cm wide, up to 54 cm high. There is an option to adjust the direction of the snow throw with a conveniently located handle. the chute is protected from damage by restrictive shoes.

The features of the model include the ability to select manual start of a four-stroke engine, or automatic, using an electric starter. In the latter case, you will need an electrical outlet. Additional features include headlight illumination and heated grips.

Like all Huter models, this one is equipped with wheels with pronounced winter treads, providing good cross-country ability and maneuverability. The device moves at six forward and two reverse speeds.

The owners of the snow blower note its effective power, large cleaning width, and convenient control panel.

Champion ST656BS

Champion ST656BS

This is the optimal snow blower for clearing medium-sized areas, including paths and areas near buildings. To improve maneuverability, the function of unlocking the wheels with cotter pins is provided here.

One of the main advantages of the model is the reliable American Briggs & Stratton 6.5 hp engine. According to users, it starts up perfectly in any weather, works smoothly, without interruption. The unit is provided with a manual start and an electric starter. Six forward speeds and two reverse.

The device copes with snow of any density, thanks to a durable gear metal auger. The width of the bucket is 56 cm, the height is 51 cm. The bucket is mounted on height-adjustable skids to prevent damage during operation.

Among the advantages of the model is a convenient control panel, wheels with good cross-country ability. Snow ejection is adjustable in height and on the sides, up to 15 meters. For work in the dark, a bright LED headlight is provided. Despite the weight of 77.5 kg, it is easy to operate the device, thanks to a well-thought-out design.

Best Premium Petrol Snow Blowers

Honda HSS655ET1

Honda HSS655ET1

Snow blower due to the compact size of the bucket, with a grip of 55 cm wide and 50 cm high, it is convenient to use in limited areas. Between buildings, on paths, in small courtyards. At the same time, the power and speed of the device is impressive, it is able to remove 37 tons of snow per hour, throw it up to 14 meters.

An engine with a relatively small power of 4.8 hp. capable of creating a performance of 3600 rpm. Characterized by easy start. The model has two forward and one reverse speeds, the range of indicators is 1.22 — 3.06 km / h. Caterpillars move excellently on any type of cover and snow cover, including places with a slope.

The snow catcher has a reliable manual mechanism for controlling the height and angle of the snow throw. In general, the model is easy to operate, with a mechanical transmission, a manual starter. Users appreciated the durability of materials and mechanisms, which showed reliable operation in continuous mode, in difficult conditions.

Cub Cadet XS2 61 SW

Cub Cadet XS2 61 SW

The device has optimal dimensions for cleaning paths, wide sidewalks, open spaces. Bucket working width is 61 cm, height is 53 cm.

Good performance of the device is provided by a high-quality winter engine of 5.4 hp, with a speed of 3600 rpm. Depending on the nature of drifts, it maneuvers with the help of six forward speeds and two reverse ones. The wheel drive has an unlock for turning. The unit throws snow at a distance of up to 12 m, with height adjustment and chute rotation.

The model belongs to the Comfort Plus class, all options are designed for the convenience of the operator. Ergonomic control panel, joystick to change the direction of the snow throw. A trigger mechanism for turning, an electric starter for starting in difficult weather conditions, or just as desired. Items such as heated grips and a halogen headlight, all engine controls are red.

Of the design features, two vertical folding knives can be noted on the sides of the bucket for cutting through the snow. Bucket skis made of ultra-strong COOL BLUE slippery plastic, which prevent damage to fragile coatings.

Patriot Siberia 110CET

Patriot Siberia 110CET

This is a powerful 11 ​​hp snow blower. with bucket parameters 71 by 53 cm. The main advantage of the device is excellent cross-country ability in any conditions, as it moves on a caterpillar track. For better maneuverability, there are six speeds forward, two for reverse. A steel auger with four blades with a diameter of 30 cm easily captures high snowdrifts, including dense, icy snow. For the auger, protection is provided for the ingress of foreign objects into the mechanisms.

Management is carried out using a comfortable control panel, where everything is at hand. Speed ​​selector, auger start lever, track movement, snow throw angle in height, steering differential paddles under each handle. The handles of the auger and the movements of the caterpillars are mutually fixed, freeing one hand for other actions.

The model is characterized by a powerful ejection of snow from the chute, at a distance of up to 15 meters, with adjustable rotation up to 180 degrees. Of the comfort elements, heated handles, a headlight, and an electric starter are provided.