Rating of the TOP 7 MTD gasoline snow blowers: pros and cons, cost, owner opinions
Clearing large and small areas, areas near houses and driveways to garages and outbuildings are the sad realities of winter days.
Handling snow drifts manually is a difficult task. The solution to the problem is the use of special snow removal equipment.
These are exactly the types of devices offered by the world-famous MTD brand. We'll talk more about MTD snow blowers in the article.
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Manufacturer's description
The MTD brand produces reliable, high-quality equipment for the garden. Among the tools from the Modern Tool and Die Company corporation is the production of snow blowers.
A large number of models, new and time-tested, allows you to choose equipment according to your requirements and budget. The devices are manufactured in the USA and European countries.
Manufacturing company Modern Tool and Die Company focuses on the production of gasoline models, which are not tied to a source of electricity, and allow you to clear snow from areas even remote from buildings.
The main structural unit of MTD snowfields is a four-stroke engine.Snow blowers can be wheeled or tracked.
Advantages and disadvantages of MTD snow removal machines
Snow blowers TM MTD have proven themselves in harsh winter conditions.
Their main advantages include the following:
high performance;- reliability;
- long service life;
- high quality components;
- good grip and high maneuverability;
- throwing collected snow over a long distance;
- ease of adjusting settings;
- a good selection of speed modes for most models;
- large model range;
- ease of operation.
The disadvantages include:
- high cost;
- poor maneuverability when turning;
- difficulty in purchasing original spare parts.
The type of auger depends on the model; it can be metal or rubberized.
Popular models
Among the popular models of the MTD brand are snow plows on wheels (self-propelled and non-self-propelled), as well as on tracks. The functionality and performance characteristics of the devices differ significantly.
M 53
A non-self-propelled model of low power (3.5 hp) has a bucket width of 53 cm. The maximum capture of snow cover is 28 cm. The auger is small. The device is suitable for cleaning freshly fallen snow that has not yet compacted. This snow patch works best for cleaning a flat surface that does not have serious flaws.
The model is petrol, the tank is small – 1.9 liters. Starting is manual only. Snow throwing – up to 6 meters. The wheels are small, made of impact-resistant plastic. The handle is foldable. This device weighs 36 kg. There are no heated grips. A headlight is also not provided. Cost – from 42,000 rubles.
M 56
The MTD wheeled self-propelled snow blower runs on gasoline. Engine power – 5.5 hp. Snow capture is ensured by 56 x 41 cm. The fuel tank has a volume of 1.9 liters. The snowman weighs 55.8 kg.
Wheels - with winter tread, non-slippery, with good grip on the surface. Snow is thrown through the bell at a distance of up to 10 meters. The screw is geared and metal. There are no headlights or heated grips. The starter is manual only. This equipment costs from 55,000 rubles.
ME 61
Engine model ME 61 – more powerful, 7 hp. The bucket is quite large, 61 x 53 cm. Thanks to its contoured auger, such a snow blower copes with the task of removing even wet snow that has accumulated.
A headlight is included. There are 6 forward and 2 reverse speeds. The snow throw range is manually adjustable, up to 13 meters. There is an electric start. A snowfield costs from 100,000 rubles.
Optima ME 76
Quite powerful (10.5 hp) A snow blower will help clear even a large area. In one pass, the bucket collects snow 76 cm wide and 53 cm high. The fuel tank of the device is large - 4.8 liters.
8 speeds: 2 reverse and 6 forward. The snow throw range is up to 14 meters. The chute is adjusted with a handle. ME weighs 124.8 kg. Price – from 170,000 rubles.
Optima ME 66 T
Crawler self-propelled gasoline snow blower – Ideal for clearing uneven terrain. Engine – 7.9 hp The width of the auger casing is 66 cm. The maximum height of collected snow is 53 cm. An electric starter is provided for ease of starting. There is a choice of speed: 2 reverse and 6 forward. There is a headlight.
The model's tracks are triangular. Tank volume – 4.7 l. The ejection range is up to 15 meters. The weight of the snowfield is 110 kg. Cost – from 170,000 rubles.
Optima ME 66
A self-propelled wheeled snow blower runs on gasoline. Its engine is powerful, 7.34 hp. There is an electric starter. A snow strip 66 cm wide and 53 cm high is cleared per pass.
There is a headlight and a switchable differential lock. The device weighs 100 kg, costs from 132,000 rubles on average.
E 660G
Self-propelled snow blower weighing 102 kg equipped with a powerful 10.5 hp engine. The set includes a headlight. Starting - manually or with an electric starter. The tread on the wheels is deep. Snow throwing range is up to 15 meters. The screw is metal.
The bucket is large, snow capture is 71 x 53 cm. There are only 8 speeds, two of which are rear. The fuel tank is 3.8 liters. The cost of the snowfield model is from 60,000 rubles.
Preparing for launch
At the pre-launch stage, it is necessary to assemble the new device, make sure the fastenings are secure, fill in fuel and check the oil level. It is also important to inspect the area to be cleared.
Taking into account the type of surface and area for cleaning, the direction of snow throwing is adjusted. The height of the augers is also set. For a flat surface, they can be lowered lower.
The speed is selected taking into account the type of snow and its thickness. The wetter the snow and the thicker its layer, the lower the speed should be set.
Maintenance and storage
Maintenance of MTD equipment includes a number of measures. At the same time, it is important to observe the periodicity of preventive inspection of snow blowers and change the oil on time.
The manufacturer recommends the first oil change after 5 hours of operation.. In the future, replacement should be carried out after 50 hours, or after intensive work - after 25 hours.
Before each start of the snow blower, it is important to inspect the device and check the oil level and condition of the wheels. If necessary, the wheels must be pumped up and oil must be added.
Once a season (or after 25 hours of operation), it is advisable to lubricate the moving parts of the device. When restrictive shoes or other elements are worn out, they are replaced.
The car is placed in long-term storage after cleaning it from dirt., lubricating the metal elements with silicone and draining the fuel. The equipment must be kept in a dry place, protected from external influences. The engine oil must be suitable for the operating conditions of the device at low temperatures.
Where to buy, at what price?
The cost of MTD snowflakes depends on the model, promotional offers and place of purchase. It is convenient to purchase a snow blower in online stores, specialized stores and hypermarkets. The price is in a wide range, starting from several tens of thousands of rubles to one hundred thousand and even more.
Reviews
Customers who chose the MTD snow blower note the high build quality and reliability of snow blowers. The disadvantages include minor ongoing breakdowns and lack of heated handles.
Alternatives on the market
In addition to MTD snowfields, snow blowers from manufacturers RedVerg, GreenWorks, DAEWOO also receive good reviews:
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RedVerg RD-SB76/13E. The snow blower model RD-SB76/13E RedVerg is equipped with a powerful 13 hp engine.This allows the device to cope with drifts of any complexity, including wet compressed snow mass.
Snezhnik is equipped with an electric starter and a headlight.The bucket provides snow capture - 76x51 cm. Throwback - up to 12 meters. There are heated grips. RedVerg price – from 83,000 rubles.
- GreenWorks GD82. An electric snow blower is an alternative to gasoline models. GreenWorks GD82 - has a medium bucket, capturing snow 56 x 33 cm. There is a lighting headlight in the snowfield. Snow throwing – up to 8 meters. The device operates from a battery. Voltage – 82 V. Cost – from 40,000 rubles.
- DAEWOO DAST 6560. DAEWOO snow blower - gasoline. Power - 6.5 hp The device is functional and productive. The cost of model 6560 is from 60,000 rubles.
A review of DAEWOO snow blowers is presented in this article, Redverg - in this, GreenWorks - in this.
Do-it-yourself repairs
Repair of a snow blower, in case of serious breakdowns, must be carried out in special workshops. But minor glitches can be fixed even on your own.
The most common problems include poor snow throw. This situation may be associated with several problems. In most cases, this is snow sticking to the auger or a clogged ejection port.
The solution to the problem is cleaning with a special tool. This can only be done when the snow blower is completely stopped and the engine is turned off.
Conclusion
MTD snow blowers are presented by the manufacturer in a wide range of models, among which you can choose a suitable “assistant” for a specific job of clearing snow debris.
In order for the equipment to serve for a long time, delighting with its quality and functionality, it must be regularly looked after according to all the rules, and used only for its intended purpose.
