Kobalt (Lowe's) KBB 4280D-06

This Kobalt (Lowe's) 80V battery backpack leaf blower weighs about 22 lbs., and lacks vacuum capability. It comes with a 5-year warranty.

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How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

Overall Score

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What goes into the Overall Score?

OWNER SURVEYS

Sweeping

/ 5

Loosening

/ 5

Power

/ 5

Handling and ease of use

/ 5

Run time

/ 5

Charge time

/ 5

Noise at ear

/ 5

Noise at 50 ft.

/ 5

About

The Kobalt (Lowe's) KBB 4280D-06 is part of the Leaf Blowers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Leaf Blowers models like the KBB 4280D-06 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Sweeping: A high score means the leaf blower quickly clears loose leaves. A top-scoring model makes fast work of leaf removal on your lawn and other outdoor surfaces.

Loosening: A high score means the leaf blower lifts embedded debris more effectively. A top-scoring model makes it easier and faster to clear crushed leaves and twigs from the lawn.

Power: A high score means the leaf blower produces stronger airflow and greater force than most models. A top-scoring model has enough power to tackle demanding jobs with ease.

Features & Specs

Features

Spring assisted starting

Vacuum capability

Translucent fuel tank

Specs

Weight (lbs.)

22.25

cc/amp

Volts

Multiple speeds

Yes

Warranty (yrs.)

Fuel type

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Kobalt (Lowe's) KBB 4280D-06

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