Can a Snow Blower Fit in a Car?

A snow blower can be a very useful tool for homeowners when it comes to clearing driveways and sidewalks. But you might be wondering how to transport this heavy piece of machinery. This brings us to a popular question: can a snow blower fit in a car?

The answer really depends on what type of snow blower you have and what kind of car you own. Single stage machines are known to be smaller – so you might be able to squeeze this in your vehicle. But a three-stage snow blower is more bulky and transportation could be a problem.

What is a Snow Blower?

A snow blower (or snow thrower) is a machine used for removing snow in outdoor locations. You can use this machine on driveways, sidewalks, and even grassy areas.

A snow blower isn’t as efficient at removing snow like a plow truck, but it’s much easier than doing it by hand with a shovel. It can be a great addition to your garage if you live in an area with regular snow.

Types of Snow Blowers

You need to understand the different types of snow blowers before transporting one of these machines. A three-stage snow blower is heavier and larger than a single-stage model, which means you will have a harder time moving it.

Single-Stage

Single-stage snow blowers are the lightest and easiest to move around. This type will be the most likely to fit in a car, simply because they’re much smaller than other machines.

They also doesn’t have as many bulky components compared to the more powerful models. Single-stage snow blowers work best with light amounts of snow. You will have a hard time cleaning snow over 12 inches deep.

Two-Stage

Two-stage snow blowers are bigger and heavier, but they can effectively work in depths up to 24 inches deep. Because these machines are larger, the intakes will be more powerful for removing snow.

On a two-stage blower the auger will first collect the snow, before the propeller fan discharges the snow through a chute. This feature also makes it less likely to clog up during wet snow conditions, compared to the single-stage machines.

Three-Stage

Three-stage snow blowers will be the biggest and most powerful machines. They have the capability of removing snow deeper than 24 inches. If you have a commercial snow removal business, this model is the ideal choice.

They have the capability of removing heavy amounts of snow in less time. In addition to an auger and propeller, three-stage blowers also have an accelerator. This makes the machine more efficient at collecting snow and it can even cut through ice.

Electric Snow Blowers

Another type of snow blowers are electric machines. These models have become more popular in recent years. They can start with the push of a button, don’t require gasoline, or oil changes.

But even though electric snow blowers require less maintenance, they aren’t as powerful compared to gasoline models. You also have to depend on electricity for this machine to work. If the power goes out in a heavy storm, you won’t be able to start the snow blower and remove snow from your property.

Transporting a Snow Blower

Now that I’ve covered all of the different types of snow blowers, let’s discuss the best transportation methods. You can either fit them in your car, truck, or have the machine delivered. If you are looking to buy a snow blower for the first time, delivery will always be the easiest option.

1. Can a Snow Blower Fit in a Car?

I’m sure you found this article because you were wondering if a snow blower can fit in a car. In general, most single-stage snow blowers will be able to fit inside an average vehicle. That won’t mean it will be an easy fit, but it is possible.

You can first try folding down the handles, or removing them completely. If that doesn’t work you can fold down the rear seats to allow for more room. Experiment with different angles and positions to find out the best method of transportation.

2. Can a Snow Blower Fit in a Truck?

For two-stage and three stage snow blowers you will have to transport them by truck. These machines are two big and bulky to fit inside a regular car. You might even run into trouble if the snow blower is disassembled in the box.

The machine simply takes up too much room to fit inside a normal vehicle. You might even have trouble getting this machine to fit inside an SUV. A flatbed truck will be the only way to move these heavy duty machines.

3. Home Delivery

This is by far the easiest way to transport a new snowblower and it’s the method I used when buying my machine. If you haven’t yet bought a snow blower, I would recommend going to a store and inspecting it in person.

If you like it, make sure to select the option where it can be delivered to your house. Not every store will have this perk, but it can help save you time and stress. The machine will get delivered by a large truck and drop the snow blower off right in your driveway.

Is the Snow Blower in a Box?

It’s much easier to fit a snow blower in a car while still in the box. Problems arise when the machine is fully assembled, because it takes up much more space. If you’re buying a new snow blower for example, make sure it stays inside the box, before bringing it home.

But even if you’re purchasing a snow blower that’s assembled, there are some ways to free up space. For starters, try taking off the handles from the machine. These stick out the most and can be easily removed with a few bolts.

You could also try removing the tires from the snow blower. Newer models will have larger and bulkier tires. This will only increase the height of the machine and leave you with less room to fit in the car. Check the owner’s manual to see how to remove the tires from your specific model.

Final Thoughts

Hopefully this article has taught you that only certain kinds of snow blowers can fit in a car. Single-stage machines will be small enough to fit in most regular size trunks.

But if you want a larger snow blower, transporting it by truck or having it delivered will be the only option. These machines are just too big and heavy to fit inside most cars.

They will have larger components, thicker tires, and longer handles. If you need one of these powerful machines, consider renting a truck, or have it delivered to your house. It will certainly make transportation much easier.

Can a Snow Blower Fit in a Car?

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