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Hitachi RB24EAP

Price range:

$129.97 - $176.97

Summary:

This Hitachi 24-cc, handheld leaf blower is gasoline-powered, weighs 9 lbs., and lacks vacuum capability. It comes with a 7-year warranty.

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Type: Gasoline handheld blowers

About - Hitachi RB24EAP
The Hitachi RB24EAP is part of the leaf blower test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, leaf blower models like the RB24EAP are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Sweeping: Denotes speed of moving leaves. Loosening: The speed of removing embedded leaf particles from a lawn. Handling & ease of use: Includes ease of maneuvering, using controls, and changing modes.

About - Hitachi RB24EAP

The Hitachi RB24EAP is part of the leaf blower test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, leaf blower models like the RB24EAP are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Sweeping:: Denotes speed of moving leaves.
Loosening:: The speed of removing embedded leaf particles from a lawn.
Handling & ease of use:: Includes ease of maneuvering, using controls, and changing modes.

Features & Specs - Hitachi RB24EAP
Weight (lbs.) To the nearest half-pound in blower mode. Weight (lbs.)	9.0
cc/amp Engine cubic centimeters (cc) and motor electrical amperage (amps) are from the manufacturer. cc/amp	24-cc
Multiple speeds On an electric blower or a variable throttle on a gas-powered blower, these let you increase power for sweeping on hard surfaces or open ground and decrease it around fragile garden beds. Multiple speeds	Yes
Vacuum capability Comes with the necessary attachments including a collection bag to convert to vacuuming mode for sucking up leaves and debris. Vacuum capability	No
Translucent fuel tank A clear tank lets you see at a glance when fuel is running low. Translucent fuel tank	Yes
Spring assisted starting To makes starting easier, a pull-cord assembly with this feature has a built-in spring that winds up as the starting rope is pulled, to reduce the force necessary to start the engine. Spring assisted starting	No
Four-cycle engine Uses straight gasoline and doesn't require an oil/gasoline mixture, as do the more common two-cycle engines used on most trimmers. Four-cycle engine	No
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By Firebird owner

from Farrell, Pa.

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

New and still learning about it.

9/1/2012

Pros

Easy to Use

Powerful

Cons

Best Uses

Blowing Leaves

Clearing Sawdust

Comment:

Started on third pull out of the box following the instructions. Later I primed it twice pulled the cord once and it was running.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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