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Craftsman 88780
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Approximate retail price:
$499.99
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Summary: This single-stage gas-powered Craftsman is 21 inches wide with electric start.
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Type: Single-stage gas snow blowers
About - Craftsman 88780

The Craftsman 88780 is part of the snow blower test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, snow blower models like the 88780 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Width (in.):
The clearing width, or swath, in inches.

Removal speed:
Removal speed is how quickly models could remove snow without laboring; single-stage machines were pushed as quickly as possible before the machine labored.

Plow pile removal:
How fast the snow thrower can remove a simulated pile of snow left by a municipal plow at the end of a driveway.

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About This Brand

Another market leader in snow-blower sales, Craftsman markets single- and two-stage gas models with snow clearing widths of 20 to 28 inches and available electric start. In addition, the Craftsman Professional line features models with snow clearing widths up to 45 inches. Craftsman is made for and sold by Sears and models can be purchased online and in Sears and Kmart retail stores.

Features & Specs - Craftsman 88780
info Engine size 179cc
info Electric start Yes
info Multiple speeds No
info Single hand controls No
info Freewheel steering No
info Single lever chute adjustment No
info Headlight No
info Heated handgrips No
info Warranty (yrs.) 2
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User Reviews - Craftsman 88780
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5.0
A GREAT MACHINE FOR THIS SENIOR CITIZEN
1/20/2012
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Lightweight
Maneuverable
Throws Far
Cons
Best Uses
Driveway
Yard
Comment:
The BEST snow blower I have ever owned. I purchased it on 12/31/10 and what a Happy New Year's gift to me. Has out performed my past 2 snow blowers by far! I'm so glad I shop by Consumer Reports recommendations!
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)
 
5.0
This Blower Is A Real Back Saver.
3/12/2011
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Lightweight
Maneuverable
Throws Far
Cons
Best Uses
Driveway
Yard
Comment:
This machine was excellent to use in the 19 inches of snow which fell in NYC during the February snowstorm. It was easy to start & didn't require much energy to push. It didn't get clogged up & I was able to clear my backyard in approximately 40 minutes when it would have taken me 2 hours if I had to use a shovel.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
 
4.0
Great little machine
3/1/2011
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Easy on fuel
Lightweight
Love the elect starter
Maneuverable
Throws Far
Cons
Choke lever breaks easy
Direction control C
Best Uses
Driveway
SIDEWALK
Wood deck
Comment:
I have used it 3 times this year and it works great. A real back saver
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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