HSS928 28" Two-Stage Snow Blower with Track Drive (Electric Start)
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Why we picked it
Honda GX270 OHV engine — commercial-grade reliability
Honda's HSS928 is the residential snow blower r/Homestead, r/Generator, and r/Snowblower owners cite as the lifetime-grade upgrade from Cub Cadet / Toro homeowner blowers that don't survive northern-Midwest winters. The 'TC' (track drive) version uses rubberized track belts instead of wheels — the snowblower walks across snow-covered terrain (including grades, gravel driveways, and packed snow) where wheel-drive blowers spin out. The 28" working width and 21" intake height handle the storm-event snowfalls common in upper Wisconsin / Minnesota / Maine; the dual-stage auger / impeller throws snow 50+ feet. Honda's GX270 OHV engine is the durability story — the same engine class they sell in commercial pressure washers and outboard generators, with a 5+ year service life under heavy seasonal use. Made by Honda Power Equipment; service available at any Honda dealership.
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Price History
Current price: $3.00
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Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Honda GX270 OHV engine — commercial-grade reliability
- +Track drive walks across grades, gravel, and packed snow
- +28" working width × 21" intake height handles storm-event snow
- +Electric start (push-button) for cold-morning use
- +Throws snow 50+ feet
- +Honda dealership service network worldwide
Cons
- -Premium price (~$3,500+) — significant upfront cost
- -Heavy at 280+ lbs (track-drive moves it but storage requires space)
- -Two-stage design needs annual shear-pin / oil maintenance
- -Track drive is slower than wheel-drive on hard surfaces
Warranty & Returns
Warranty
3-year limited warranty (consumer)
Return Policy
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