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2011 Optimax Blower Line
The pitch: Little Wonder’s 2011 Optimax Blower line features enhanced capabilities, timesaving new features and an extended model lineup.

• Features a large discharge chute opening that can be up to 25 sq. in.
• New Remote Split-Stream Air Deflector Control offers instant on-the-fly one hand adjustment of split-stream airflow direction right from the operator’s handle.
• Low Air Discharge Chute is positioned 2 in. off the ground to provide leveled airflow right out of the chute for immediate dispersal of debris and maintains high volume airflow over farther distances.

For more information: www.littlewonder.com

580BTS
The pitch: Husqvarna’s 580BTS is a powerful commercial back pack blower designed for demanding tasks.

• Large air flow and high air speed are provided by a effective fan design together with the powerful X-Torq engine.
• Commercial grade air filter gives long operating time, and the harness has wide shoulder straps.
• Other features include air injection, air purge adjustable handles and cruise control.

For more information: www.husqvarna.com

4-stroke back pack blower
The pitch: The DOLMAR back pack blower PB-7601.4 features the power of a true OHV 4-stroke low-emission, fuel-efficient engine with hi-volume air-flow, in an emission-friendly package.

• Includes a 75.6c c engine for air-volume of 720 CFM and velocity of195 MPH.
• Large-volume commercial-duty top-mounted air filter with 243 sq. in. surface area, ergonomic-angled control handles and de-compression mechanism built into the cam gear.
• With a fuel consumption rate far below a half of a gallon per hour.

For more information: www.dolmarpowerproducts.com

Magnum BR 600
The pitch: The STIHL Magnum BR 600 offers proven fuel efficiency and a host of new enhancements.

• The STIHL Magnum BR 600 has an improved engine design for increased durability and improved operational life, an enhanced nozzle with extended wear area for longer life, and a new nylon harness for higher wear resistance.
• The blower is 69 percent cleaner than current EPA requirements.
• Blowing performance is 102 mph at the nozzle.

For more information: www.stihl.com

SA 2700 BP
The pitch: The SA 2700 BP Backpack blower from efco is a light and powerful backpack blower designed for jobs around residential properties.

• Featuring a 1.2 hp/30.5 cc engine.
• Comes with the throttle control ergonomically positioned directly on the discharge tube.
• Equipped with a silenced muffler and max air speed of 145 mph.

For more information: www.efcopower.com

Grasshopper Turbine Blower
The pitch: The blower attaches in place of the out-front mower deck to retain zero-turn maneuvering, and with a nozzle that rotates a full 360 degrees, operators can move the large debris piles.

• Optional joystick control mounted to the mower steering lever allows for nozzle rotation while maneuvering the power unit for precise air flow control.
• Attaches in place of the mowing deck on Grasshopper 700 and 900 Series True Zero-Turn FrontMount mowers.
• QuikConverter allows switching from the Turbine Blower to other implements in minutes without tools.

For more information: www.grasshoppermower.com