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50cc vs 63cc Backpack Blowers
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cmm1970
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cmm1970
I am gearing up to begin taking care of a 5 acre place here in NE Austin. Property comes with a Kubota Loader/6' shredder-bush hog. I am totally stoked to begin taking care of a LARGE lawn, well sort of lawn. It's gonna take a bunch of work to turn the spear grass and weeds into a nice coastal bermuda lawn, but the vision is there. So, I'm gonna need a backpack blower to manage a driveway and such on the property that is 200 yards long. Yes, a really big drive and other stuff around two house. My question is....how much more fun is it to work with a 63cc blower vs the 50cc. I have a tendency to overbuy on my tools and I am starting to think that 63cc is overkill. That said, I like BIG TOOLS! So, if 50 cc is really plenty of blower help me save some money and convince me. If the 63cc blowers really do make hurricane force winds that far outblow the 50cc I want to know that!
Thanks!
Mike
Thanks!
Mike
#2
Kodie's Lawn Service
I fell the echo 500t would be great for you :thumbsup:
Kodie's Lawn Service
I am gearing up to begin taking care of a 5 acre place here in NE Austin. Property comes with a Kubota Loader/6' shredder-bush hog. I am totally stoked to begin taking care of a LARGE lawn, well sort of lawn. It's gonna take a bunch of work to turn the spear grass and weeds into a nice coastal bermuda lawn, but the vision is there. So, I'm gonna need a backpack blower to manage a driveway and such on the property that is 200 yards long. Yes, a really big drive and other stuff around two house. My question is....how much more fun is it to work with a 63cc blower vs the 50cc. I have a tendency to overbuy on my tools and I am starting to think that 63cc is overkill. That said, I like BIG TOOLS! So, if 50 cc is really plenty of blower help me save some money and convince me. If the 63cc blowers really do make hurricane force winds that far outblow the 50cc I want to know that!
Thanks!
Mike
I fell the echo 500t would be great for you :thumbsup:
#3
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cmm1970
So you are saying look away from the light....50cc is fine!
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cmm1970
I fell the echo 500t would be great for you :thumbsup:
So you are saying look away from the light....50cc is fine!
#4
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Tom59
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Tom59
Mines 79cc....and when it comes to blowers bigger and harder is better. I could make a bunch of jokes here but will refrain. I love my Shindaiwa.
I know Husky now makes one that out performs it ....you cannot over buy a blower imho.
I know Husky now makes one that out performs it ....you cannot over buy a blower imho.
#5
CauZey
CauZey
Go with the husky or red max . I have the echo 500t and it's really just average
#6
Ric
The size of the engine really doesn't matter when talking 50cc vs 63cc. When selecting a backpack blower, most people purchase the blower by the mph or what the blower is capable of pushing and it's a misleading factor. That spec is used by the manufacturers as a gimmick or selling point to fool people or public into buying there product but it is not a factor that should be focused on by people when purchasing a blower.
The fact is Mph doesn't move debris, Air volume does so what you should be focusing on is the CFM or cubic feet per minute of air volume that the blower is capable of pushing. Focus on CFM through the tube not the pipe or housing, as it is that volume that you will actually be directing towards your debris. Another factor to consider is tube size of the blower because it also relates to MPH of air flow. Think about it this way, a smaller the tube is the less effective than a larger tube that is capable of more volume.
CFM through the pipe is a much more effective measure when determining the power of a blower. It is the volume of air that is actually responsible for moving debris. The larger the volume of air, and the more concentrated it is, results in more air being available to push grass, leaves, and other debris. Buy the blower with the highest CFM ratings that your budget allows. Don't be fooled by manufacturers or people on these forums that focus on their MPH ratings.
Ric
I am gearing up to begin taking care of a 5 acre place here in NE Austin. Property comes with a Kubota Loader/6' shredder-bush hog. I am totally stoked to begin taking care of a LARGE lawn, well sort of lawn. It's gonna take a bunch of work to turn the spear grass and weeds into a nice coastal bermuda lawn, but the vision is there. So, I'm gonna need a backpack blower to manage a driveway and such on the property that is 200 yards long. Yes, a really big drive and other stuff around two house. My question is....how much more fun is it to work with a 63cc blower vs the 50cc. I have a tendency to overbuy on my tools and I am starting to think that 63cc is overkill. That said, I like BIG TOOLS! So, if 50 cc is really plenty of blower help me save some money and convince me. If the 63cc blowers really do make hurricane force winds that far outblow the 50cc I want to know that!
Thanks!
Mike
The size of the engine really doesn't matter when talking 50cc vs 63cc. When selecting a backpack blower, most people purchase the blower by the mph or what the blower is capable of pushing and it's a misleading factor. That spec is used by the manufacturers as a gimmick or selling point to fool people or public into buying there product but it is not a factor that should be focused on by people when purchasing a blower.
The fact is Mph doesn't move debris, Air volume does so what you should be focusing on is the CFM or cubic feet per minute of air volume that the blower is capable of pushing. Focus on CFM through the tube not the pipe or housing, as it is that volume that you will actually be directing towards your debris. Another factor to consider is tube size of the blower because it also relates to MPH of air flow. Think about it this way, a smaller the tube is the less effective than a larger tube that is capable of more volume.
CFM through the pipe is a much more effective measure when determining the power of a blower. It is the volume of air that is actually responsible for moving debris. The larger the volume of air, and the more concentrated it is, results in more air being available to push grass, leaves, and other debris. Buy the blower with the highest CFM ratings that your budget allows. Don't be fooled by manufacturers or people on these forums that focus on their MPH ratings.
#7
Ric
CauZey you are apparently disappointed in the Echo 500T can I ask why?
Ric
Go with the husky or red max . I have the echo 500t and it's really just average
CauZey you are apparently disappointed in the Echo 500T can I ask why?
#8
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Tom59
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Tom59
Best way to chose isn't CFM or CC or MPH or tube diameters or anything technical , go try them out. This is the only test that matters. Mine blows up sod and the husky does too, my neighbor has one , they are very close in performance. The bigger blowers are also much heavier , so beware of weight , especially if you have back issues.
Go try them out....
You might choose the Echo... I tried out three or four companies mines about 4 or five yrs old now. (EB802rt) Still extremely happy and I do 5-6 yards every fall couple over 5 acres and all of them have giant oaks and it blows them easy even wet.
Go try them out....
You might choose the Echo... I tried out three or four companies mines about 4 or five yrs old now. (EB802rt) Still extremely happy and I do 5-6 yards every fall couple over 5 acres and all of them have giant oaks and it blows them easy even wet.
#9
Ric
Well I agree trying something out maybe the way to go, it's not always possible and bigger is not always better. While the size or cc of an engine really doesn't make the blower, CFM does because the cfm (cubic feet per minute) of air volume is what moves debris not not size or velocity.
Ric
Best way to chose isn't CFM or CC or MPH or tube diameters or anything technical , go try them out. This is the only test that matters. Mine blows up sod and the husky does too, my neighbor has one , they are very close in performance. The bigger blowers are also much heavier , so beware of weight , especially if you have back issues.
Go try them out....
You might choose the Echo... I tried out three or four companies mines about 4 or five yrs old now. (EB802rt) Still extremely happy and I do 5-6 yards every fall couple over 5 acres and all of them have giant oaks and it blows them easy even wet.
Well I agree trying something out maybe the way to go, it's not always possible and bigger is not always better. While the size or cc of an engine really doesn't make the blower, CFM does because the cfm (cubic feet per minute) of air volume is what moves debris not not size or velocity.
#10
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Tom59
Agreed ^, the fan inside makes the blower , the more efficient the fan setup the harder they blow w/ the power they have. If they all used the same fan setup more CC's would matter.
Sometimes they are very close and for all intents and purposes the larger ones are VERY close in CFM. Sometimes it comes down to people choices ergonomics , fit, weight , what they use it for exactly - etc......even companies you trust.
I also like to think warranties matter and dealer service matters- everything needs to be thought about when you spend 3-4-5-6 hundred beans. JMO-
Note: there is no testing facility they send them to , that I'm aware of ...independent one. So numbers are just that test them for yourself , I was surprised.
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Tom59
Well I agree trying something out maybe the way to go, it's not always possible and bigger is not always better. While the size or cc of an engine really doesn't make the blower, CFM does because the cfm (cubic feet per minute) of air volume is what moves debris not not size or velocity.
Agreed ^, the fan inside makes the blower , the more efficient the fan setup the harder they blow w/ the power they have. If they all used the same fan setup more CC's would matter.
Sometimes they are very close and for all intents and purposes the larger ones are VERY close in CFM. Sometimes it comes down to people choices ergonomics , fit, weight , what they use it for exactly - etc......even companies you trust.
I also like to think warranties matter and dealer service matters- everything needs to be thought about when you spend 3-4-5-6 hundred beans. JMO-
Note: there is no testing facility they send them to , that I'm aware of ...independent one. So numbers are just that test them for yourself , I was surprised.
#11
Ric
Yes I would agree that if they all used the same fan, motor size would matter but they don't that's the reason CFM is so important when buying a blower. If you use Stihl as an example, there top three blowers the BR 500/ 477cfm, 550/ 530cfm and 600/712cfm all have different CFM ratings with and without the tubes, one rating taken at the housing, one at the tube but all three units run the same 64.8cc engine that's why I say engine size really doesn't or shouldn't play a big part in purchasing a blower. The engine thing is more for longevity than anything else. I also agree with you about it sometimes comes down to choices fit, weight etc. and a company's trust, warranty and service are big ones for me that's why everything I buy is Stihl.
Ric
Agreed ^, the fan inside makes the blower , the more efficient the fan setup the harder they blow w/ the power they have. If they all used the same fan setup more CC's would matter.
Sometimes they are very close and for all intents and purposes the larger ones are VERY close in CFM. Sometimes it comes down to people choices ergonomics , fit, weight , what they use it for exactly - etc......even companies you trust.
I also like to think warranties matter and dealer service matters- everything needs to be thought about when you spend 3-4-5-6 hundred beans. JMO-
Note: there is no testing facility they send them to , that I'm aware of ...independent one. So numbers are just that test them for yourself , I was surprised.
Yes I would agree that if they all used the same fan, motor size would matter but they don't that's the reason CFM is so important when buying a blower. If you use Stihl as an example, there top three blowers the BR 500/ 477cfm, 550/ 530cfm and 600/712cfm all have different CFM ratings with and without the tubes, one rating taken at the housing, one at the tube but all three units run the same 64.8cc engine that's why I say engine size really doesn't or shouldn't play a big part in purchasing a blower. The engine thing is more for longevity than anything else. I also agree with you about it sometimes comes down to choices fit, weight etc. and a company's trust, warranty and service are big ones for me that's why everything I buy is Stihl.
#12
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Tom59
Husqvarna 580bfs would be my choice today- period.
Air flow in housing
1024.5 cfm
Air flow in pipe
907.6 cfm
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Tom59
Yes I would agree that if they all used the same fan, motor size would matter but they don't that's the reason CFM is so important when buying a blower. If you use Stihl as an example, there top three blowers the BR 500/ 477cfm, 550/ 530cfm and 600/712cfm all have different CFM ratings with and without the tubes, one rating taken at the housing, one at the tube but all three units run the same 64.8cc engine that's why I say engine size really doesn't or shouldn't play a big part in purchasing a blower. The engine thing is more for longevity than anything else. I also agree with you about it sometimes comes down to choices fit, weight etc. and a company's trust, warranty and service are big ones for me that's why everything I buy is Stihl.
Husqvarna 580bfs would be my choice today- period.
Air flow in housing
1024.5 cfm
Air flow in pipe
907.6 cfm
#13
Ric
Yeah the 580 is a good size blower for sure, the only problem I have is there's nobody here locally that sells them and I wont buy one from a big box store and besides that the Stihl 600 magnum is only $450 my cost the Husqvarna 580 is like $600 OTD to rich for my blood.
Ric
Husqvarna 580bfs would be my choice today- period.
Air flow in housing
1024.5 cfm
Air flow in pipe
907.6 cfm
Yeah the 580 is a good size blower for sure, the only problem I have is there's nobody here locally that sells them and I wont buy one from a big box store and besides that the Stihl 600 magnum is only $450 my cost the Husqvarna 580 is like $600 OTD to rich for my blood.
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Tom59
Hey you wanted CFM , now its cost.
Then a 570 they are 499.00 but I've seen them 449.00 ...which still beats it easily-or 560 that one does too. 429.00 retail I've seen them for 399.00.
Air flow in housing 971.5 cfm Air flow in pipe 770 cfm
Are CFM #'s manipulated for advertising - Who knows- I know their are different methods for measuring it. If everyone sent them into a independent lab and all used exact same equipment then I'd believe it , they do not that I'm aware of. So most people use a simple brick test.
I do know Huskies are the king right now for power and price points. Also, I do not own one.
:wink: I'm done.
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Tom59
Yeah the 580 is a good size blower for sure, the only problem I have is there's nobody here locally that sells them and I wont buy one from a big box store and besides that the Stihl 600 magnum is only $450 my cost the Husqvarna 580 is like $600 OTD to rich for my blood.
Hey you wanted CFM , now its cost.
Then a 570 they are 499.00 but I've seen them 449.00 ...which still beats it easily-or 560 that one does too. 429.00 retail I've seen them for 399.00.
Air flow in housing 971.5 cfm Air flow in pipe 770 cfm
Are CFM #'s manipulated for advertising - Who knows- I know their are different methods for measuring it. If everyone sent them into a independent lab and all used exact same equipment then I'd believe it , they do not that I'm aware of. So most people use a simple brick test.
I do know Huskies are the king right now for power and price points. Also, I do not own one.
:wink: I'm done.