Honda HSS928ATD (28") 270cc Two-Stage Track Drive Snow Blower w/ 12-Volt Electric Start

I have learned that this Honda HSS928AATD is much different than any of the other snow blowers that I have owned and operated here in snowy New England over the past 50 years, including my 28 year old Honda HS828 track drive, which this new machine has replaced. This Honda wants the operator to let it do all of the hard work by itself and all the operator has to do is to steer the snow blower into the right direction.

At the end of the pass the operator should press the lever and raise the scoop up a couple of inches "PRIOR" to backing up or steering it around to go the other direction. By doing so, the machine is easily re-positioned to begin the next pass and all the operator has to do then is to press the scoop lever to let the scoop down, change the angle of the snow chute to the correct position using the joy stick control, and push the speed control lever forward.

The hard work is all done by the machine itself and not the operator! What a relief when I compare it to the past machines I have owned. I would recommend this machine again and again over the others I have seen. THANKS Honda Power equipment designers!

I have learned that this Honda HSS928AATD is much different than any of the other snow blowers that I have owned and operated here in snowy New England over the past 50 years, including my 28 year old Honda HS828 track drive, which this new machine has replaced. This Honda wants the operator to let it do all of the hard work by itself and all the operator has to do is to steer the snow blower into the right direction.

At the end of the pass the operator should press the lever and raise the... more

I was a bit nervous about the purchase price, but now I am sure it is worth every penny. I have several Honda power tools around the house and I am always amazed at the reliability and performance. The engines always start easily, always. This snowblower arrived fast and after pouring in the supplied oil it started right up. The machine literally surpassed my expectations. I live in the woods and have a long steep gravel driveway.

I was worried that the machine would have trouble going up the hill. The tracks did not slip at all. The steering and speed control took a few minutes to get used to, but now are just second nature. I was unsure how the gravel would effect the snowblower. I heard alot of gravel going through the machine without a hick up. The snow was over 18 inches deep and heavy from thawing and re frozen. The machine had zero problems.

I broke one sheer pin when I found a tie down strap buried in the snow. Other than that not even the snow berms from plowing were a challenge. In the deepest snow I did have to slow down a bit because the engine was having trouble. Once the speed was matched it shined. The HSS928ATD is a beast! I was shocked by how large the machine is, and a bit intimadated. Now I am glad it is big, this snowblower can tackle anything.

The size makes me comfortable tackling snow I would have never done with a compact machine. It feels very stable and solid, even on a side hill. The auger height adjustment is a very easy to use feature that I appreciate alot. The joystick chute is great because I never have to reach below my handle bars, even though I could without worry. If you are uncertain about the machine, don't be! I wish I could afford another one just to look at. I am confident that I made the right decision in spending the extra money for a Honda that will dig me out for years and years. Hope this review helps others to purchase with confidence. A special thanks to Snowblowersdirect for fast delivery and great support.

I was a bit nervous about the purchase price, but now I am sure it is worth every penny. I have several Honda power tools around the house and I am always amazed at the reliability and performance. The engines always start easily, always. This snowblower arrived fast and after pouring in the supplied oil it started right up. The machine literally surpassed my expectations. I live in the woods and have a long steep gravel driveway.

I was worried that the machine would have trouble going... more

We have several of these machines in service. One was in a flood and was completely submerged then sat for a month. We sent it to the shop expecting it to require an overhaul. They changed the fluids and it started up with no problems.

The track drive is much nicer to operate than tires. The handlebars don't beat your arms up when using tracks. This unit has power steering like a tank. Squeeze a lever by either hand and it turns in that direction. No more wrestling the unit to turn 180 degrees for a second pass.

The engine is very quiet compared to many other brands. Personally I think a quiet machine is worth much more than a loud one.

Extra shear pins are a must. Honda designed these as a definite weak spot to save the auger, whit it has. We hit a pipe buried in the snow. The pin saved the auger drive.

A snow plow had pushed open a parking lot leaving a bank of 40+" of packed heavy snow and ice. Go slow, this unit ate thru it easily clearing a path to our building. High speed is usually not for snow removal. This unit can move at a brisk walk when you turn it up.

We have several of these machines in service. One was in a flood and was completely submerged then sat for a month. We sent it to the shop expecting it to require an overhaul. They changed the fluids and it started up with no problems.

The track drive is much nicer to operate than tires. The handlebars don't beat your arms up when using tracks. This unit has power steering like a tank. Squeeze a lever by either hand and it turns in that direction. No more wrestling the unit to turn 180... more

Recently, I purchased a Honda HSS928ATD snowblower to replace an aging Ariens that served me well for 30+ years. Choosing the Honda 928 was the result of product research that focused on quality and ability to do the job.

I live in New England where we can get wet or dry snow and everything in between along with significant accumulations, so a well made durable snow blower is a requirement. The track drive feature on this model was chosen because I have a steep driveway that is difficult for traditional tires to climb. But the most significant determinant of the choice was the Honda name. I have been using Honda products for over thirty years and have come to recognize them for their quality of construction, durability and performance.

Choosing to buy my new snow blower from Snowblowers Direct was somewhat of a leap of faith as I had no prior experience with the company. Having purchased and received my unit, I can recommend them highly. I made the purchase online with minimum effort and the product was delivered ahead of schedule.

Although I haven't used the snowblower yet, as we are in the middle of August, I expect that it will perform very well later this year when the snow piles up.

Recently, I purchased a Honda HSS928ATD snowblower to replace an aging Ariens that served me well for 30+ years. Choosing the Honda 928 was the result of product research that focused on quality and ability to do the job.

I live in New England where we can get wet or dry snow and everything in between along with significant accumulations, so a well made durable snow blower is a requirement. The track drive feature on this model was chosen because I have a steep driveway that is difficult... more

The tracks rock!!

Did not have enough oil supplied to fill crankcase to desired level. Had to drive to town to buy a quart of oil. Capacity is 1.2qts but only 1qt is supplied. Starts easy, runs well. Like the easy to use handles and chute joy stick.

Had a hard time with wet and packed show, but several passes over the same area cleared it. Think its a little expensive. Can't wait to use it in something easier like powered snow.

Upgraded to this from a wheeled 24" big box store blower and wow. The 50ft advertised throwing distance is for real, I can now snow blow each of my driveways once where as the old snow blower I was blowing the same snow 2-3 times to get it off the concrete.

The tracks are immensely helpful with traction and after the 2 snow storms this year of 3+ feet per storm this thing cleaned up all the large drifts around the house. One thing I did add was some LED pod lights and a switch.

So now at night this thing is super bright, the equipped light is adequate but adding the extra lights brings this thing to a new level.

Upgraded to this from a wheeled 24" big box store blower and wow. The 50ft advertised throwing distance is for real, I can now snow blow each of my driveways once where as the old snow blower I was blowing the same snow 2-3 times to get it off the concrete.

The tracks are immensely helpful with traction and after the 2 snow storms this year of 3+ feet per storm this thing cleaned up all the large drifts around the house. One thing I did add was some LED pod lights and a switch.

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The Honda products I have purchased, CRV, outboard motors, lawn mowers, lawn trimmer, have not let me down. The Honda snow blower is in the same class of quality and dependability.

Yes, it's more expensive but I know like all of my Honda products it has all the bells and whistles and it will be dependable.

This snow blower has no problem clearing my steep driveway covered with 6 inch snow. Don't settle for less - you deserve the best.

Great snow blower, needed it this winter in crested butte co. Deep snow, and allot of it. This machine shreds right though the toughest of drifts and sends it to the neighbors. Thanks.

Not sure if it have anything to do with the track drive, I can't get it to clear the snow closed enough to the surface like my old Simplicity snowblower did.

Not enough power...engine sounds like it's going to stalled even when I clear only a pile of fluffy snow if I drive a little fast.

Thank you, all went as planned, can't wait for this years snow.