How To Create A Snow Scene

13 of the Best Snow Blower Models

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The right snow blower can make light work of even the heaviest overnight settle. Here are some of the best models to choose from.

Troy-Bilt Storm 2410

The Troy-Bilt Storm 2410 is great value for money with plenty of features—including serrated steel augers to cut through snow. It can handle depths of up to 12 inches and you don't have to stop and start again when changing the discharge direction.

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Snow Joe iON18SB

Snow Joe's cordless electric model is another good value option. It's also very quiet, despite throwing snow up to 20 feet. Customers appreciate its lightweight design too, weighing a manageable 32 pounds.

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Toro 38381

Despite its light weight, the Toro 38381 can easily clear up to 700 pounds of snow in a minute. Power Curve technology prevents clogs inside the chute as it blows snow up to 30 feet.

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EGO Power+ SNT2100

The EGO Power+ SNT2100 is durable enough for some of the harshest winters. It also features LED headlights for use in the early morning or early winter nights.

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Poulan Pro 961920090 PR270

With its clearing width of 27 inches and maximum power of 9.5 ft/lbs, this Poulan Pro is more than enough for most residential needs. And its remote chute adjuster makes it easy to use.

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Toro SnowMaster 724 QXE

With its 212cc Toro OHV engine, this model is one of the most dependable on the market. Not only can it throw snow 40 feet, it can also clear it as much as 40 times faster than most two-stage snow blowers.

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HD Cub Cadet 3X

This one's even more impressive, with a 357cc Cub Cadet OHV 4-cycle engine. It also has a 12-inch serrated auger to cut through snow with ease, as well as a chute you can rotate up to 200 degrees to blow snow pretty much wherever you want.

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Honda Power HS720AA

Here's a single-stage snow blower that won't disappoint. With its 4-cycle 190cc Honda OHC engine, it's capable of throwing snow up to 33 feet away. And it has a clearing width of 20 inches.

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GreenWorks Pro 2600402v

With many blizzards caused by global warming, it can feel more than a little counter-productive to contribute to the problem while clearing it. That's where this GreenWorks Pro machine comes in, built to be more environmentally friendly with an 80-volt lithium ion battery.

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Husqvarna ST224

This high-power Husqvarna is more than capable enough to clear the outside areas of your property. It has a 24-inch clearing path, LED headlights and adjustable handle height.

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Snow Joe Ultra SJ625E

Reputed to be one of the best budget snow blowers money can buy, this Snow Joe rivals even higher-end models. Its 15-amp motor can clear as much as 800 pounds of snow per minute.

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Ariens 921046 Deluxe

Self-propulsion makes snow blowers much easier to work with. This Ariens model comes with a choice of six forward and two reverse speeds.

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Husqvarna ST330T

This two-stage model from Husqvarna has a track-drive to minimize the risk of it getting stuck in deep snow. It also has a super-efficient auger and high-speed impeller, heated grips, power steering and more.

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