Craigslist Snowblower (2024)

FAQs

How many horsepower for a good snowblower? ›

For occasional use, snow blowers, with around 5 horsepower and one or two speeds, are generally adequate. However, if you intend to clear large amounts of snow, want to work on slopes or if the snow is quite wet, a three-stage device with 10 hp or more is recommended.

Is there a minimum amount of snow required to use a snowblower? There is no hard and fast rule about using a snowblower on a specific amount of inches, but most snow removal experts suggest using one on 2 or more inches of snow for best results.

While it makes good financial sense to find an affordable snowblower that doesn't break your budget, keep in mind that it isn't worth anything if it can't handle the amount of snow you expect to see each winter. Less expensive snowblowers, generally speaking, are made to handle smaller jobs.

Look for professional snow blowers equipped with an engine of at least 400 CCs. Pick a snow blower clearing width that fits the properties you're servicing. Biggest can be extremely efficient but it isn't always the best option for clearing diverse areas like narrow walkways.

TWO-STAGE SNOW BLOWER Clearing width: 20-38 inches

If you need your snow blower to clear up to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow from a longer driveway, a two-stage machine with a clearing width between 24 and 28 inches and an intake height around 20 inches is worth consideration.

The average price most homeowners spend on a snowblower is $950. If Old Man Winter has got you snowed in yet again, consider a snowblower to save time and bodily wear and tear. Homeowners spend $950 on average for a new snowblower and most blowers cost $285 to $1,600.

Generally speaking, if a snowblower is properly maintained and not used too frequently then it can last anywhere between 5 to 10 years. If a snowblower is neglected or used heavily then its lifespan can be significantly shortened.

Two-stage snow blowers are great for handling all types of snow on any surface. For example, a two-stage may be an ideal choice for those with gravel driveways, since they don't clean all the way to the ground which helps avoid pieces of gravel getting into your snow blower's auger.

The best times to buy a snow blower are Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, Black Friday Weekend, Cyber Monday, early fall, late August, all of January, all of May, and all of June. Now is one of the best times to buy a snow blower!

Ice breaking serrated augers

Our snow blowers feature deeper serrations, the better to cut through tough conditions. Need another example? Just check out our shear bolts. Honda snow blowers are equipped with easily replaceable shear bolts, unlike most of our competitors.

What is the easiest snowblower to handle? ›

When clients choose the 48-inch three-point snow blower, they should power it with between 15 and 25 horsepower. The 60-inch model should be powered with between 18 and 30 horsepower, and the 72-inch model should be used with 25 to 65 horsepower.

Looking at the horsepower that your machine has is an important aspect to choosing the size of your box plow. To push an 8 foot BOSS box plow, you'll need a minimum of 45+ horsepower on a skid steer. To push some of our larger plows, like the LDR 16 foot box plow, you need a minimum of 170+ horsepower.

This 24-inch cordless snow thrower has a 5.9-HP, 212-cc engine that delivers enough power for efficient snow removal, and a push-button electric start for easy cold starts.

A rule of thumb for small, 4-cycle, utility engines is 32.5cc per horsepower. By this formula, a 10 hp engine would have a displacement of 325cc. Some variation can be expected between different manufacturer's, models and RPM ratings.