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Craftsman 26'' 208cc* Dual-Stage Snowblower
Sears Item# 07188970000 | Model# 88970 Reg Price: $909.99
Savings: $150.00
$759.99
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This 26 in. Craftsman® Dual-Stage Snowblower has a 208cc* 4-cycle OHV engine and push-button electric start.
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Specifications & Dimensions
| Color and Styling: | |
|---|---|
| Color/Finish: | Red/Black |
| Dimensions and Capacity: | |
| Impeller Diameter: | 12 in. |
| Intake Height (In.): | 21 |
| Product Overview: | |
| Auger Type: | Serrated steel auger |
| Clearing Width (In.): | 26 |
| Drift Cutters: | No |
| Item Weight (lbs.): | 196 |
| Number of Rotor Blades: | 4 |
| Number of Stages: | Dual Stage |
| Rust Resistant: | Yes |
| Single Hand Control: | Yes |
| Skid Shoes: | Glide-Tech |
| Usage: | Medium Use |
| Materials & Finishes: | |
| Auger Material: | Steel |
| Housing Material: | Steel |
| Handles: | |
| Handle Type: | Deluxe Panel |
| Handles Fold For Easy Storage: | Yes |
| Heated Handles: | No |
| Drive System: | |
| Number of Forward Speeds: | 6 |
| Number of Reverse Speeds: | 2 |
| Steerable: | Yes |
| Variable Trigger Speed: | No |
| Motor-Engine: | |
| Electric Start: | Yes |
| Engine Cycles: | 4-cycle |
| Engine Make: | Craftsman |
| Engine Displacement (cc): | 208 |
| Starter Type: | Electric |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Rim Material: | Steel |
| Tire Type: | Inflatable |
| Tire/Wheel Size: | 15 x 5 in. |
| Controls, Safety: | |
| Safety Override: | Yes |
| Convenience: | |
| Headlights: | No |
| Chute System: | |
| Chute Control: | Joystick |
| Chute Material: | Polymer |
| Extended Chute: | Yes |
| Maximum Chute Rotation: | 190 deg. |
| Warranties & Coverage: | |
| General Warranty: | 2 Year Limited Warranty |
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This 26 in. Craftsman® Dual-Stage Snowblower has a 208cc* 4-cycle OHV engine and push-button electric start.
- 208cc* 4-cycle OHV Craftsman® engine provides more power, longer life, and improved fuel economy - no mixing of gas and oil required. Move more snow with a more powerful engine and save time out in the cold
- Push-button electric start allows for easy and sure starts in cold temperatures
- 26 in. clearing width and 21 in. intake height lets you clear more snow with each pass, ideal for medium to large paved and gravel driveways and sidewalks
- 12 in. serrated steel auger and 12 in. impeller break up hard-packed snow and discharge heavy wet snow
- 6 forward and 2 reverse, power-propelled speeds save time and energy, allowing operator to adjust speeds to match need
- 4 Way chute control - 190 degree chute rotation and pitch control with the ease of a joystick to discharge the snow where you want it, without leaving the operator's position
- Extended chute design keeps a tighter discharge pattern to increase throwing distance and reduce snow blow back
- 15 in. x 5 in. X-Trac tires provide superior traction in heavy snow conditions
- Glide-Tech™ skid shoes eliminate garage rust stains and driveway damage, by sliding along pavers and bricks
- Single hand operation eliminates starts and stops, freeing up a hand for on-the-go adjustments
- Mitten-grip starter handle - easy to grasp and turnover recoil start while wearing gloves
- Plow style handles for comfort and control with panel design for convenient shear pin storage
- 2-year limited warranty
- Limited lifetime warranty on upper and lower chute
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Added on October 21, 2010
Overall, others give this:
99 Reviewers (78.0%) would recommend this to a friend.
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Most Helpful Reviews
Praise9 found this helpful
richieb
Dec 23 , 2008
comprehensive review
Overall value of this product is absolutely worth the money. I have used last years model and this years as well. Likes of last year vs this year is that - last years smaller chute will throw the snow higher up in the air but this creates alot of blowing snow in windy conditions. This years model has a longer more controlled chute but you cannot blast the snow over a larger fence (ie stockade fence).
When using this years model for the first time (12" snow storm with heavier snow), I noticed that the height control on the chute would not hold and the snow would push the chute up, this caused me to hit the neighbors bay window several times. luckily no damage to the window. A small adjustment after tightening the wing nut, the chute was more consistent.
One major shortfall for both models is that the chute will not stay all the way to the right or left. With manual chute control snow throwers, you can keep the chute all the way to either side, this is a great help to reduce snow from blowing back at you.
Other then the short falls of the chute, it's a great snow thrower. I was able to clear my 100' 2 car wide driveway in approximately 15-20 minutes, this is including what the plow left at the bottom of my driveway.
I will say the joy stick chute control is a great feature. you can drive this snow thrower with one had while controlling the chute with your other hand. Great feature for maneuvering around cars in the driveway or areas where you must change where the snow is being thrown many times.
overall I would definitely recommend this snow blower to any residential application. For commercial applications, upgrade to the 28" heavy duty model.
Criticism11 found this helpful
sharps4570
Mar 1 , 2012
Poor Design
This machine is almost impossible to maintain. No fuel filter. Requires a lot of disassembly just to look at the carb. It worked the first season. Would not start the second season. Determined a fuel flow problem. Poor design made it very difficult to find the restriction.
Manistique, MI
Apr 13 , 2013
Overall
Highly Recomended
Not a flaw in this Blower, this snowblower literilly hates snow....enough said......
I would recommend this product to a friend.
Apr 8 , 2013
Overall
Good buy
I bought this blower in 2011, no snow that year. For 2012-13 season, we've had a 6" & 14" snow. Blower starts up no matter how cold it is, & removed the snow off my 2 car driveway & adjoining sidewalks in 10 minutes & 15 minutes, respectively. Did my east & west neighbor's 2 car drives in about the same length of time. It may be a bit overkill for what I use it for (26" swath & modest snowfall, usually 6-8 inches) but it sure beats shoveling. Blower has performed well & routine maintenance hasn't been a hassle...just follow the instructions in the manual.
I would recommend this product to a friend.
Yorktown Heights, NY
Apr 1 , 2013
Overall
Best thing i ever bought
This was the first purchase i made for our new home and it really came in handy this year. in fact it is the best thing i bought so far. Started on first pull every time and did an excent job of clearing the way. would helighly recommend it.
I would recommend this product to a friend.
The reviewer indicated they are affiliated with this product.
Mar 9 , 2013
Overall
Great value
Love the throwing distance, power and joystick chute control
I would recommend this product to a friend.
Mar 1 , 2013
Overall
Worked great
I would recommend this product to a friend.
Pawtucket, RI
Feb 27 , 2013
Overall
snowblower
Great machine, only problem or fault is no drain plug for the gas. other than that ran great through our snow storms.
Niles, MI
Feb 22 , 2013
via craftsman.com
via craftsman.com
Overall
208cc chinese engine is a dud
engine starts easy but requires choke on to run smooth. snow clings to blades on auger causes machine to plow snow rather than blowing snow. keep plenty of silicone spray handy to spray auger and shoot if you want it to work properly. my old 2nd hand ********** didn't require all that bother. buy a snow blower without 208 cc engine.
Naugatuck, CT
Feb 21 , 2013
Overall
Excellent
I have had this machine for 2 years and have had NO problems. The extended chute is a must for me and it is terrific. I powered through 30+ inches of snow from the 2013 blizzard without any problem what so ever! This is one of the best purchases I have ever made.
Norwalk, CT
Feb 10 , 2013
Overall
Powered through 14" of snow!
I purchased this online back in November, and it was delivered in less than two weeks. It snowed all of yesterday, up to this early morning, I got 14 inches in total. I got in my garage at 7:30, had the blower fueled up and running at around 7:35. I was done doing my driveway just before 8:00. I recorded it, in case you want to see how it performs. (youtube)/watch?v=9zz6L6RDTdc
I would recommend this product to a friend.
Waterloo, IA
Jan 12 , 2013
Overall
Great thrower, I would buy it again in a heartbeat.
I would recommend this product to a friend.
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