When in a private house after a snowfall it is necessary to clear the yard, many in this case will pick up a shovel and go to do the work. However, this option is only possible when snow needs to be removed in a small yard. If we are talking about a large area, then in this case, you will need special snow removal equipment. This article will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various types of such machines.

Characteristics of snow removal equipment

This technique can be compared in various ways:

  1. Snowplow engine type. Usually one of two options is used: electric or gasoline.
  2. The power of the device. Gasoline cars are more powerful than electric cars.
  3. Auger type. Metallic can damage the surface. Where this is not essential, the metal version is used.
  4. What type of snow the machine is designed for. Freshly fallen snow is easier to remove than packed and deep.
  5. Work speed. It is the largest among self-propelled vehicles.
  6. The working width determines how much area is cleared at a time.
  7. Other parameters.

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Differences by engine type

For work, devices with different types of engine are used.

Electric cars

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Home electric snowblowers may be considered the least common option. First of all, this is due to the fact that they are not able to work in all weather conditions.

For example, if severe frosts hit, then the cable can easily break.

Another reason for the lack of popularity of such mechanisms is that they need to be regularly recharged for operation. In this case, you have to take a long cable with you, which is used to connect to a source of electricity. The use of a cable greatly reduces the maneuverability of the electric snow blower.

On a note. The power of such devices is small, it is about 5 horsepower.

Electric snow blower

Gasoline-powered cars

A gasoline snow blower is more powerful than electric ones - in some cases, its power can reach 11 horsepower. The maximum possible power for each brand of self-propelled snow plows is different.

Self-propelled and non-self-propelled models

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It is difficult to say unequivocally which model is better or worse in most cases, because they all have their own advantages and certain disadvantages.

Self-propelled snowblowers

They have a number of important advantages:

  1. Since such a gasoline snow blower moves independently, much less effort can be spent on it than in the opposite case. In this case, some options work, moving on a caterpillar track, others - on wheels.
  2. Gasoline snowblowers for summer cottages are very maneuverable. This makes it possible to collect snow even in suburban areas that have a complex configuration.
  3. Usually, self-propelled gasoline snow blowers provide snow throwing over a sufficiently long distance, which in some models reaches 18 meters.

Self-propelled snow blower

However, there are disadvantages:

  1. Since a self-propelled gasoline snow blower for a summer residence is rather heavy, it is capable of falling into the snow.
  2. Often a situation arises when gasoline snow blowers for summer cottages begin to slip.

Non-self-propelled cars

Such mechanisms are relatively inexpensive, since they are incapable of moving independently, usually they are manually operated - they must be moved by a worker who cleans snow.

Their power is much lower than that of self-propelled mechanisms, because the motor does not provide movement. Weight does not exceed 50 kg. Therefore, they almost never fail and do not slip.

Non-self-propelled snowblower

The dimensions of such machines are relatively compact, which allows one person to confidently operate them. The capture width for snow removal is half a meter. Such mechanisms help in snow removal if the thickness of the snow cover does not exceed 30 cm.

Note! A serious drawback of non-self-propelled machines is the relatively low quality of harvesting. It depends significantly on the density of the snow to be removed. The denser it is, the less thorough cleaning is done.

How to choose equipment

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When choosing a machine that is best suited for a specific situation, you need to take into account that what features of the commercially available options should you pay attention to:

  1. It is important which area is to be cleaned with a given machine. If this is a small area next to a house, then almost any non-self-propelled car will do.
  2. What kind of snow removal will be discussed. The fact is that freshly fallen snow is much easier to remove than the one that has caked (a gasoline-powered snow blower is better suited for it). In the first case, choosing a suitable snow blower is much easier.
  3. Which surface should be cleaned. If we are talking about a lawn, then in this case the machine must have a rubber auger for cleaning. Otherwise, the surface of the lawn may be damaged. If we are talking about cleaning an area that is covered with asphalt, then it is quite permissible to use a metal auger.
  4. If you need to remove deep and packed snow, then self-propelled snow blowers may be the best choice. They have a relatively high power, the snow blower is equipped with a drive for more efficient work.

Deep snow removal

Note. Another argument in favor of self-propelled devices is that they do not require significant effort to operate.

If you have to choose what is more suitable: a wheel base or a tracked one, then you need to take into account the characteristics of the land. Crawler-powered units are able to navigate slopes more easily than wheeled units.

If the main selection criterion is cost savings, then an electric auger snow blower would be the most suitable option.

Famous brands of snow blowers

If we are talking about purchasing the highest quality and most reliable equipment, then you can choose a purchase among the most famous brands, such as Champion, Cmi, Daewoo, Dast, Dde, Daewoo, Patriot, Honda, Champion and others.

Snow blower CHAMPION ST761E

A few examples:

  1. One of the most famous brands is Husqvarna. Produced by a company that operates in Sweden. She is known for the manufacture of various types of gardening and communal equipment. The company has many factories located in various countries of the world. It sells snowblowers in over seventy countries. The ST121E model is the best choice for those who need to clean fresh snow. The Husqvarna 5524 ST is designed for when powerful equipment is needed.
  2. The Champion brand sells models that are of high quality and ease of use. There are many machine options for sale, each of which is best suited for any specific conditions.
  3. Huter snow blowers have earned a high reputation. This manufacturer is a German firm.It specializes in the production of electrical equipment for garden maintenance, including snowblowers.

Some people think that buying a good snow blower is a luxury, others think that it is necessary. Having such a machine makes snow removal much less time consuming.