HOW TO CHOOSE A SNOWPLOW WITH DINAMITEK
Dinamitek presents the definitive guide to choosing a snowplow
How to choose a snow blower with Dinamitek
Choosing a snow blower is not at all simple, but with the right precautions you can proceed to purchase the right machine.
If you know the topic well enough, here is a summary table, but if you want to delve deeper and avoid making a wrong purchase, continue reading this article.
- Electric single-stage snow blower :
or snow height 5-15 cm, powdery
or area size 150 m2
or concrete sidewalk surfaces, tiled terraces, paved and/or wooden driveways, driveways
- Single-stage motor snow blower:
or max snow height 25 cm
or area size 150-300 m2
or concrete sidewalk surfaces, tiled terraces, paved and/or wooden driveways, driveways
- Two-stage motor snow blower:
or snow height even above 30 cm, watery
or area size up to 300 m2
or surface of unpaved paths, driveways in the presence of gravel, concrete and non-sensitive paving
- Tracked snowplow:
or unpaved surfaces, presence of stairs or piles of snow
Typically, the first things a dealer will ask you when recommending a snow blower are the size and type of surface to be cleared . It's also very important to consider where you live, whether precipitation is more or less frequent, and whether it tends to be heavy.
This is because the height of the snow being shoveled directly affects the machine's performance. If the snow is higher than the auger, the job won't be easy, so it's best to avoid letting it accumulate and, if necessary, start shoveling while it's snowing. But the worst case scenario is if the snow layer is too low, because at that point the machine won't be able to throw the snow away. The maximum throwing distance is achieved only when the fan is completely full of snow. If the snow is 10 cm deep but the auger collecting it is 50/60 cm deep, obviously, the performance won't be good; in fact, it will be nearly impossible to operate, because more air will be drawn in than snow, resulting in a ridiculously low and unproductive throw. So the biggest and most powerful machine is not always the right solution.
We were talking about terrain type , because if the area to be cleared is steep, the best solution is a snowplow with tracks, not wheels. Wheeled snowplows are generally used on yards, parking lots, driveways, and garage ramps. McCULLOCH snowplows have tires with deep treads , so the vehicle's traction is optimal and can even be used on terrain where other wheeled snowplows tend to sink. Of course, you can always fit chains if you're in trouble. Furthermore, thanks to the two-stroke turbine, it can also be used on gravel-covered terrain, which is absolutely avoidable with a single-stage vehicle because the turbine directly contacts the worked surface. This would damage the machine and project the gravel, endangering property and people nearby.
The choice of snow blower type is now clear, now you have to identify which model to buy from the various models available on the market.
Here's why you should buy a McCULLOCH snow thrower if you need a two-stage, petrol-powered snow thrower:
- It is easy to maneuver, has reverse gear, the forward speed can be adjusted in both dimensions, it has a differential that helps with maneuvering, but which can be disconnected if you need more traction.
- It's equipped with powerful LED headlights that will always come in handy. Visibility is limited in winter, especially in bad weather. Imagine if you need to start shoveling while it's snowing, and headlights are indispensable. Furthermore, if the job is long, you can still finish it even at dusk, thanks to the powerful LED headlights.
- It features a height-adjustable heated delta handle . You'll definitely need to wear gloves when working outdoors in the winter, but trust me, they won't be enough to keep your hands warm. McCULLOCH heated grips make all the difference in your work session.