The Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage is of course a two-stage snowblower. Some of its basic features include a 24 inch clearing width and a 19.75 inch intake height. This will allow you to handle snow drifts of over a foot and a half in a single passing. You'll find that for personal use, the Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage is going to be able to take care of large snowfall quantities and take care of it quickly, without unnecessary strain, struggle and time spent.

Features of the Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage Snowthrower

Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage

As mentioned, this Snapper Dual Stage (model 169513) has a 24 inch clearing width. This is smaller than the Large Frame Dual Stage snowthrowers that Snapper produces and distributes. However, no power or functionality is lost, and 24 inches is still a robust clearing width for household snow clearing. It has the same base design as the larger Snapper dual stage models, but comes without some of the extras, and operates on a slightly smaller scale.

There is currently only one Snapper snowthrower in their Intermediate Dual Stage class. This makes this model a rare combination that is cherished for many different reasons. For one thing, it is extremely easy to maneuver, turn and control. It weighs in at approximately 175 pounds and features a friction disc-drive system, with six forward speeds and 2 reverse speeds.

The engine is a powerful Snow Series model from Briggs & Stratton. It is a 4 cycle OHV, or overhead valve model engine. The engine produces an impressive 9 ft-lbs of gross torque and has an easy electric start with a recoil backup. It can hold up .75 gallons of fuel and comes with a "Fresh Start" fuel cap that is guarantee to keep fuel ready to go for at least six months.

The impeller has a 10 inch diameter and 4 impeller blades. The augers are made out of serrated steel (I always look for serrated steel augers on any two-stage snowblower I'm purchasing). The Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage can throw snow up to 38 feet and features a 200 degree rotational chute, along with an adjustable deflector.

There are many optional features that don't come included with the base Intermediate Dual Stage. This includes an optional headlight, optional drift cutters and an optional engine block heater. Whether or not you choose to spring for those really depends on the specific conditions you will be using the snowthrower in and how many bells and whistles you would like it to have.

Final Thoughts on the Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage

Would I buy this Snapper snowthrower? Absolutely I would, for personal use around a home. This model should hold up in the vast, vast majority of conditions and climates. You'll be able to easily tackle thick, wet snow and deep piles and drifts. Because it's relatively light and easy to steer, you won't have to worry about exerting too much energy or risking a loss of control. The Snapper Intermediate Dual Stage is the perfect combination of around-the-home size with commercial usability.

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Features of the Ariens 1332 Pro Series

Ariens 1332 DLE Snowblower

If you've been here before, you know I love when snowblower companies name their models in a logical fashion. Ariens comes through in the clutch, with their easy to follow snowblower model names. The Ariens 1332 DLE is so named because it has a 13 horsepower engine, specifically the 13 HP Tecumseh Snow King OHV engine. Additionally, the Ariens 1332 has a clearing width of 32 inches. So there you go, it's the Ariens 1332.

This beast is going to work in all terrains and conditions. This is made possible in part by it's tall housing height of 23.5 inches. The machine itself is made with sturdy components that are up to professional standard. Ariens doesn't put the Professional Series tag on just anything. So the gear case is protected with cast iron and the augers are made out of alloy steel.

Like all the Pro Series Ariens snowblowers, the Ariens 1332 DLE has a 200 degree chute turn radius that can be operated with the Quick-Turn system and there is a remote system for the deflector control. All together the Ariens 1332 is very easy to operate and maintain.

With the "Disc-O-Matic" drive system and automatic traction control, you'll see that despite the huge size of this two-stage snowblower, she'll be easy to handle and won't require much force or exertion to use. And you use the dual handle "interlock control system" to navigate, steer and access all the bells and whistles.

Depending on conditions, you could potentially throw snow up to 50 feet with the Ariens 1332 and more important it can handle any type of snow or even icy build up. It features a 14 inch 3-blade impeller and steel serrated augers. You're going to be absolutely churning through the snow without any problems.

Bottom Line on the Ariens 1332 DLE

The Ariens 1332 DLE Professional Sno-Thro snowblower is not to be underestimated. It's heavy duty, and it's going to live up to the Ariens reputation. It will last for years and years, and it will make even the toughest and largest of snowstorms seem relatively tame. The Ariens 1332 makes your job and your life easier.

It is a professional quality snowblower, which means it won't be worth your money if you don't get a sizable amount of snow. There's no point in showing off a brand new Ariens 1332 DLE if you get 2 two-inch snow dustings every season. But when the inches pile up into feet, and you have a long ways to clear ahead of you, you'll be happy to have the Ariens 1332 on your side.

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Electric Snowblowers - Electric snowblowers are snowblowers that operate with a plug and cord. These snowblowers are best suited to lighter snow accumulations. Additionally, they are best used in smaller areas, when you don't have to stray vary far. Electric snowblowers are cheap and easy to maneuver, but typically aren't great for tougher tasks. Many electric snowblowers are handheld.

Gas Snowblowers - The majority of snowblowers on the market are gas snowblowers. Gas snowblowers come in many different varieties, which we'll get to down below. As opposed to electric snowblowers, they offer much more flexibility and ability overall. They can be used in harsher conditions and they can cover more ground.  The majority of gas snowblowers are stand behind snowblowers, meaning they function with you standing behind them and pushing.

Read a complete comparison between electric and gas snowblowers

Single Stage Snowblowers - Single stage snowblowers operate using an auger that is responsible for collecting and dispersing all of the snow in your path. Single stage snowblowers are generally cheaper than two stage snowblowers, which are more heavy duty. Single stage snowblowers are a great idea for a person that wants to invest in a machine that will make his life easier, while not needing it to deal with intense snow accumulations. Single stage snowblowers work best with lighter snow, and less snow fall. They should not be used on gravel or rocky areas, because they can launch these objects while clearing.

Two Stage Snowblowers - Two stage snowblowers are like single stage snowblowers that are all grown up. Two stage snowblowers use an impeller to gather snow, and the auger to clear it away. This makes the process quicker and more efficient, and allows for handling greater loads. Two stage snowblowers can handle almost any situation you will throw at them. From wet, thick snow to a foot of powdery dust, two stage snowblowers are up to the task. These machines are typically well built and made to last for a long time, and will need less maintenance than single stage snowblowers.

Read a complete comparison between single stage and two stage snowblowers

Riding Snowblowers & Tractor Attachments - There are riding snowblowers, as well as lawn tractor attachments that you can purchase for snowblowing. These are best when you know you a) have a ton of ground to cover and b) you get a ton of snowfall each and every year. They are worth the investment because they can clear snow away extraordinarily quickly, while not tiring you out at all. These are often called commercial grade snowblowers, professional snowblowers or industrial snowblowers.

Toro Power Max 1028 LXE Review

Toro Power Max 1028 LXE

The Toro 1028 LXE snowblower is in their Power Max family of two-stage snowblowers. The Toro Power Max snowblowers come with many unique features not just to the Toro family, but specifically to their model line.

The Toro Power Max line of snowblowers has four different models all together, with the 1028 being the second most heavy duty.

Toro has long been known for producing high quality snowblowers that do what they are supposed to and last for long period of time. From all signs, the Toro Power Max 1028 looks to be another quality model if you know you have to handle a good deal of snowfall each and every year.

Features & Specifications of the Toro 1028 LXE Snowblower

Thankfully Toro makes it really easy on all of us by naming their snowblower models using specific numbers, rather than random designations. The Toro 1028 is so named because it features a 10 HP engine, and has a 28 inch clearing width. The engine is a Tecumseh Snow King engine, has an easy electric start and can hold 1 gallon of fuel.

The Toro 1028 of course features the Toro Power Max Auger system, which is why it's a part of the Power Max line of snowblowers. The Power Max system is designed to help move snow through the auger quicker and more efficiently. It helps to prevent build up through an expanded chute base and a sort of upside down funnel shape.

Snowblowers can't handle all of the snow directly in their path right away when there's heavy build up. So the Toro 1028 swings any un-thrown snow back around and toward the auger immediately, keeping everything moving, and even adding more distance to the throwing capability of the machine. The Toro 1028 can throw snow up to 45 feet and with the "Quick Stick" Chute Control you can easily dictate where that snow ends up going. It allows you to change both chute direction and the angle of the chute deflection for maximum control and flexibility.

Other features include a heavy duty auger gear case construction which makes your life much easier by taking out all of the work associated with changing out broken shear pins. That's exciting itself on its own, but a really great feature on the Toro Power Max 1028 is the freewheel steering design.

This enables you to make pinpoint turns and maneuvers without any hassle and without any trouble. You can make a U-turn at the bottom of your driveway and go right back up, without missing any snow path in between your last line. The freewheel steering really makes snowblowing that much easier, and it also helps the job go by quicker.

The Toro 1028 LXE is a fairly large snowblower, weighing in at nearly 250 pounds. While the steering system makes the machine extremely maneuverable, not everyone wants a snowblower that large and that heavy. This is a snowblower designed for people who are comfortable operating heavy machinery in tough conditions, and know they get enough snow to make the investment worthwhile.

Bottom Line on the Toro 1028 LXE

This is a high powered machine that can survive in thrive in harsh conditions. With its power, flexibility and maneuverability, it will make your life easier and make the task of clearing your driveway and your property much easier and much quicker.

I would recommend the Toro Power Max 1028 to anyone who wants a top of the market, high quality snow thrower and will have a lot of snow to deal with. If you're getting a handful of four inch snowstorms every year, than this snowblower isn't for you. It's simply to large and will cost you more money than it's worth for a small amount of snow.

But if you live in an area where you get a lot of snow, and you're looking for a snowblower that will hold up year after year, continuing to produce great results and making your life easy, than the Toro Power Max 1028 LXE and the Toro Power Max line of snowblowers will be a great investment.

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Simplicity I924E Dual-Stage Snowblower Features

The I924E snowblower from Simplicity is a two-stage, or dual-stage snowblower model. It really has an impressive cast of features for a snowblower that's priced for the average family to be able to invest in.

The Simplicity I924E uses a Briggs & Stratton engine, just as all Simplicity snowblowers do. This engine is a 4-cycle OHV (Overhead Valve) engine called the Snow Series. It can produce 9 ft.-lbs. of gross torque, which means it's powerful but it's also maneuverable. The I924E has a .75 gallon fuel tank and has an easy electric start with a recoil backup.  There are 6 different speeds going forward and 2 reverse speeds giving you plenty of flexibility.

With a 24 inch clearing width on the Simplcity I924E, you'll be able to tackle large areas in a very quick amount of time. The intake high is almost 20 inches, or 19 and ¾ inches to be exact, which is great for all types of terrain, inclines and obstacles. With 13-inch Snow Hog tires you'll have fantastic traction and be able to calmly and simply control your snowblower no matter what the conditions are.

Additionally this Simplicity snowblower has a 12 inch Auger diameter to help you quickly churn through that snow and ice. The auger itself is made out of heavy duty serrated steel and is protected in an aluminum housing unit. There are 4 impeller blades with a diameter of 10 inches.

The Simplicity Intermediate Dual-Stage I924E snowblower has chute rotation capabilities of up to 200 degrees. With that fully adjustable chute you can throw your snow up to 38 feet.

Should you buy a Simplicity I924E Dual-Stage Snowblower?

OK, I just threw a whole lot of numbers and technical specs at you. For most of us, and even myself from time to time, all of those details can be hard to sort through. So what does it all really mean for the Simplicity Dual-Stage I924E?

The bottom line on the Simplicity I924E is that it's an extremely flexible snow thrower that can stand up to a wide variety of chores. Because it's relatively light and compact, you can get in and out of tight spaces and you can really use pinpoint control on your property. Yet, with a 24 inch clearing width you can cover big swaths of property, whether on your driveway or a walkway, quickly and easily.

If you face really tough conditions or need even more power, then Simplicity makes larger models, including their Large Frame Dual-Stage Series and Signature Pro Commercial Duty Dual-Stage. For most people though, the Simplicity I924E Dual-Stage is going to be perfect. As mentioned, it's a fantastic combination of flexibility, raw power and functionality, plus it's all very well priced.

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This snow throwers in this Honda snowblower series are two-stage snowblowers. They are top of the line models that are able to handle huge amounts of snow (the HS724TA boasts over 50 tons/hour of snowblowing capabilities and the HS724WA boasts 46 tons) and will last you for a significant period of time.

These two Honda snowblowers are compact enough to be deployed for personal usage around your home and property. But they are versatile and strong enough to be used for commercial businesses and properties as well. So which of these Honda snowblowers is best for you and your needs?

Honda HS724 Snowblower Series Features and Specs

The Honda HS724 snow blowers weigh approximately 200 pounds. They are gas powered, two-stage snowblowers that use a Honda GX200 engine. Both will be able to be operated for 3.5 hours continuously before needing to refill the tank, which holds just a bit under 1 gallon of fuel. These two Honda snowblowers feature automatic decompression for easy starting.

Both of these Honda snowblowers feature a 24 inch clearing width. Their discharge chutes can fling snow an impressive 46 feet and their chutes have 210 degree rotation capabilities. Additionally, the Honda HS724 snowblower series features ice breaking, serrated augers and metal auger housing. Combined, this means you will have minimal jams and you won't have to worry about damaged parts.

Honda snowblowers are easy to use, control and adjust and Honda snowblowers have a reputation for being long lasting and well made.

Differences between the Honda HS724WA and Honda HS724TA

The key difference between these two Honda snow throwers is just one little letter, the "T" or the "W". The "T" stands for traction, and the Honda HS724TA snowblower uses a track drive system which provides excellent control and maneuverability in any condition.

The "W" then of course stands for wheels, and without the traction system the Honda HS724WA has an extra few inches of clearance, 20 inches compared to 16. The two models are fairly comparable (the traction system for the HS724TA raises the price just several hundred dollars) so it really comes down to preferences, as well as terrain type and expected conditions.

Should you Purchase a Honda HS724 Snowblower?

If you're in an area where you get a lot of snow each year, then you know you need a heavy duty, durable, two-stage snowblower. The Honda HS724 snowblower will be able to handle your clearing needs and then some, in any climate and with even the thickest and wettest snow. The Honda HS724 is an investment, but will provide long lasting and easy snowblowing capabilities. Which model you need really just depends on how much you value the traction system or would expect to need it.

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When you hear "Compact Series" you don't immediately get excited about the power and functionality of what you're about to purchase, at least I don't! But the Ariens Compact Series 624E really surpasses expectations. The only thing compact about it is its size, because it provides great snow clearing power and speed.

Specifications and features of the Ariens 624E

The Ariens Compact Series 624E is a two-stage snowblower with a 6-HP Tecumseh engine. That means that it has plenty of power to handle even the toughest of snow storms. The 624E has an impressive snow clearing width of 24", despite it being a compact model. Additionally, the Ariens 624E has an intake height of 17.5".

With a 12", high speed impeller, you're going to be able to power right on through the chore of clearing your driveway. In fact, with the Ariens 624E you'll be having a good time. And with 6 different forward speeds and 2 speeds when reversing using the Ariens Disc-O-Matic drive, you can control the Ariens 624E in all kinds of conditions without any trouble, no matter how big or strong you are.

The throwing distance can range up to 35 feet in the proper conditions. The discharge chute of the Ariens 624E has a 2.5x rotation up to 200 degrees. That means you can rotate the discharge chute up to 200 degrees with just 2 and a half turns. The snow blower also features an easy, button pressing electric start.

Additionally, the Ariens 624E has a folding handlebar, which makes it live up to its Compact Series tag. This allows for easy storage in virtually any space.

Bottom Line

The Ariens 624E Compact Series snowblower is going to get the job done, and get the job done quickly. It can handle big snowstorms and wet conditions and it allows you to maintain complete control and keep your job easy. You'll be done in no time and without breaking a sweat with the Ariens Compact Series 624E.

The 624E from Ariens snowblowers ranges in price upwards of $700, but you get more than your money's worth. Come winter time, the Ariens 624E Compact Series snowblower will be your best friend.

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What is a Single Stage Snowblower?

Whoever decided to name the different styles of snowblowers made it really easy on all of us. A single stage snowblower is so named because it functions with one main stage to both gather snow and move it away to a new location. A piece of equipment known as an auger is used. The auger is the machinery that both collects, separates and moves the snow towards the discharge chute located inside of the snow blower.

The discharge chute of course then blasts or blows the gathered snow to a new location, leaving your driveway, walkway or any other area nice and clear. Some single stage snowblowers are hand held, and can be worn as a backpack snow blower. With this specific type of single stage snowblowers you'll usually have to remove the snow layer by layer, a few inches at a time, depending on the size and horsepower of the particular model.

Additionally, single stage snowblowers can sometimes be electric snowblowers, which are more environmentally friendly and require less maintenance, although you will have to use them while they are plugged in, of course.

Still, there are also larger single stage snow blowers that come in the form of walk behind snowblowers.  These are very common and fairly cheap, and still can provide powerful snow clearing capabilties. Even some industrial, heavy duty snow blowers are single stage snowblowers, although as mentioned, that is uncommon.

An important note is that single stage snowblowers should not be used on gravel or rock surfaces, as the single stage snowblower will pick up these materials and start causing dangerous havoc!

It's also worth noting that with single stage snowblowers, you'll need to be manually fueling it with a gas and oil mix due to the 2 stroke engine. With the 4 stroke engines of two-stage snowblowers, this is unnecessary. Not all single stage snow blowers have 2 stroke engines (although many do), for example, Honda single stage snowblowers utilize 4 stroke engines.

Finally, single stage snowblowers work best with dry now. Depending on how powerful your single stage snowblower is, wet snow can get jammed in the machinery and the snowblower can have a hard time blasting it away.

You'll be able to find many single stage snowblowers for under $200.

What's the second stage in a Two-Stage Snowblower?

More appropriately, the question should read what's the first stage in a two-stage snowblower? That's because the second stage is the one that remains consistent with single stage snowblowers. The auger collects and seperates the snow through the chute and the snow goes happily flying away. It's actually the first stage that's different in a 2-stage snowblower.

In a 2-stage snowblower, a piece of equipment known as an impeller sweeps or pumps the snow towards the auger. Two-stage snow blowers therefore can typically handle larger loads at once, and are usually more heavy duty than their single stage counterparts. This is because the impeller is more efficient and effective at gathering large and deep piles of snow and the auger can stay busy all the while with its chore of separating the snow and getting it moved far, far away.

So which is better, the single stage snow blower or the two-stage snow blower?

The answer really lies in where you live, what kind of snow loads you'll be dealing with and your specific preferences. If you live in an area that hardly ever gets serious snow, or you have a small amount of property that needs to be cleared, a hand held or walk behind single stage snowblower will definitely be able to meet your needs.

On the other hand, if you get tons of snow every season and/or you have a big area of land that needs to be cleared each time it snows, the speed and power of a two-stage snowblower will be worth the price and the time saved. You may even be surprised at how many affordable two-stage snowblowers there are.