Improved exhaust emissions are EPA Phase II compliant while maintaining power and performance
Quick start - low compression engine for easy starting
Lightweight (9.8 lbs.) for easy maneuverability
Editorial Review:
Makita BHX2500 24.5cc Mini-4-Stroke Hand Held Blower FEATURES AND BENEFITS World's Lightest Commercial 4-Stroke BlowerPowerful 24.5 cc. commercial duty engineLarge 17.7 oz. fuel tank for longer run timeQuick start - low compression engine for easy startingLightweight (9.8 lbs.) for easy maneuverabilityImproved exhaust emissions are EPA Phase II compliant while maintaining power and performanceImproved configuration for easier refueling and maintenance INCLUDES Long Nozzle (665-95009-00)Round end nozzle (665-95010-00)Tool kit (690-90590-00) SPECIFICATIONS Max. Air Velocity (mph.) 145 Max. Air Volume (cfm.) 316 Engine Properties Displacement (cc.)24.5 CarburetorAll position diaphragm type Ignition systemSolid state ClutchAuto. centrifugal type Fuel Unleaded gas Tank Capacity (fl. oz.) 17.7 Length 14" Dry Weight (lbs.) 9.8 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 13.0 UPC Code 088381067300
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Nice blower:
I have had this same blower for over a year now. I found that three companies sell this blower: Makita (blue), John Deere (yellow) and Dolmar (red) .... I have the Dolmar. The specs where just a little different (weight and air speed) for the Dolmar and the price was right (around $175 if I remember correctly). This is a very good machine with plenty of power and is easily started. The on/off switch on the top of the handle is positioned in such a way that I often turn it off during use when I don't intend... more info
Makita Blower:
Assembling the blower was very easy and it starts right up!! The blower is very light and quiet!!!It's nice not to have to worry about mixing the gas and oil! It only blows 145 MPH and it cleaned my driveway and garage. It would have been nicer if the blower was 200 MPH for the amount that you are spending--bigger better. My other complaint is that they don't give you a flat nozzle and you have to buy it extra as an accessory. Also, make sure you buy oil(a bottle is NOT included in the manufactor's box) for... more info