Honda introduces three snowblowers
Honda HS1336iAt GIE+EXPO 2011, Honda Power Equipment introduced the first all-new hybrid snowblower model for the U.S. market and two additional snowblower series.
All new for 2011 is the Honda HS1336i hybrid model, along with the new Honda HS928 Series (replacing existing HS928 snowblowers), and the Honda HS1332 Series (replacing the existing HS1132 snowblowers).
The HS1336i hybrid combines a gasoline engine that simultaneously drives the snowblower auger/fan apparatus (clearing and throwing the snow) and charges the battery, with the electric motors (two in parallel) controlling the track drive forward propulsion. These motors also function as a generator during deceleration of the snowblower, serving to regenerate electrical energy. Equipped with the Honda iGX390 four-stroke overhead valve (OHV) horizontal-shaft engine, the HS1336i snowblower operation results in lower fuel consumption, lower emissions, lower noise and reduced vibration as compared to a conventional snowblower. The hybrid model also boasts excellent control/ease of use, powerful operation/snow throwing, reliable operation, and enhanced technology.
Powered by a newly designed, high-torque Honda GX270 OHV four-stroke engine, the new HS928 Series is intended for aggressive snow clearing in demanding environments and is available in both wheel-driven and dual-track, self-propelled models. Its newly enhanced design enables a 28-inch clearing width with a discharge distance of up to 49 feet. It also offers a choice of manual or electric starting.
Honda’s solution for increased capability in a walk-behind machine is the new HS1332 Series, which is capable of clearing a 32-inch swath with its new commercial-grade GX390 Honda four-stroke engine. The newly designed track-driven HS1332 can move 65 tons per hour at a discharge rate of up to 56 feet. Like the HS928, the HS1332 is available in both easy-starting manual or electric starter-equipped models.
