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PORTABLE POWER | Blowers Billy Goat’s new family of Force II blowers Billy Goat’s new family of Force II blowers is the only full line of composite leaf blowers on the market. For residential cleanup, the Small Force costs little more than a backpack blower, but is 2.5 times more powerful. The commercial and professional cleaning power of the family line is ideal for maintenance contractors, large-property owners, full-size land- scapers, schools and street departments. The distinct black intake housing is the heart of the Force II — a new single- shot, closed-face fan. With 16 blades, the Billy Goat Force II has more than twice as many blades as most competitors. Surrounding the fan is a smooth rounded housing which eliminates air voids, reduces noise, increases output, won’t rust or dent, and is up to 30-percent lighter than stamped metal housings. Billy Goat’s lightest and easiest-to-push unit is now 9 pounds lighter. The Force II also features a self-propelled option. Billy Goat Industries/(816) 524-9666/www.billygoat.com Buffalo Turbine hydraulic debris blower Buffalo Turbine builds high-volume, high-velocity commercial debris blowers for many applications. Its new high-powered, high-volume hydraulic debris blower easily attaches to most skid steers. It features a “flow and pressure” control system for added protection against varying low-flow rates between manufacturers. It comes complete with a Bobcat-style quick- attach plate, hoses and fittings (specify type). It has a corded controller to rotate the nozzle 360 degrees from the operator’s seat. Buffalo Turbine LLC/(716) 592-2700/www.buffaloturbine.com Echo Pro Attachment Series blower attachment Echo’s Pro Attachment Series (PAS) blower attachment works with 3 power sources: PAS-225 (21.2 cc), PAS-230 (22.8 cc) and PAS-265 (25.4 cc). A tool-less, quick-change coupler makes attachment transition quick and easy. The PAS sys- tem is also available as an economical “combo kit,” including 1 power source and 2 attachments. With the addition of the blower attachment, there are 15 different lower ends, including 4 types of trimmers, a brushcutter, an edger and 2 types of hedge trimmers. The blower weighs less than 4 pounds and features 100-mph air speed and 317-cfm air volume. Echo Inc./(800) 432-ECHO/www.echo-usa.com SA 2700 from efco The SA 2700 from efco is a light and powerful handheld blower designed for jobs around the home or small farm. Featur- ing a 1.2-hp./30.5-cc engine, the SA 2700 provides the ideal amount of power for all cleanup needs. An optional vacuum kit can be attached to convert the blower for collection needs. With a silenced muffler and max air speed of 145 mph, the SA 2700 gets the job done quickly and quietly. Plus, the SA 2700 is backed by efco’s “Five-Year No-Fear” (5-year consumer/2-year professional) warranty. efco/Emak USA/(800) 800-4420/www.efcopower.com Grasshopper turbine blowers Grasshopper turbine blowers clear debris from congested, hard-to-reach or wide-open areas, as well as long stretches of walkways and curbs in a fraction of the time required by conventional backpack blowers and walk-behind units. Signifi- cantly quieter than most debris blowers, turbine blowers offer 360-degree nozzle rotation — controlled remotely from the operator’s station — to direct airflow precisely for reduced high-volume cleanup time along walking paths and around sport facilities, parking lots, playgrounds and cemeteries. By increasing productivity and decreasing labor, turbine blowers can have significant impact on the bottom line. Learn how one contractor was able to save more than $11,000 at www.grasshoppermower.com/turbine. The Grasshopper Co./(620) 345-8621/www.grasshoppermower.com/turbine Husqvarna 380BFS The 380BFS is Husqvarna’s most powerful commercial backpack blower with a 71.9-cc displacement. High-capacity airflow (685.1 cfm) and increased air speed (201 mph) are provided by an efficient fan design together with the powerful X-Torq engine. Its commercial-grade air filter allows for long operating time and virtually trouble-free use. The harness has wide shoulder straps and a hip belt for improved comfort. The adjustable throttle control is conveniently located on the backpack frame. Husqvarna Professional Products, Inc./(800) 487-5951/www.husqvarna.com Jonsered handheld blowers Jonsered’s handheld blower and blower/vac models have a slim profile in-line design that provides good balance and easy handling. The vertical S-shape fan eliminates side motion twisting. Both weigh less than 10 pounds and feature a large-capacity translucent fuel tank, air-purge primer, adjustable tube length and closely grouped controls for easy opera- tion. They are powered by a proven 28-cc chrome bore engine with a dual ball bearing-supported crankshaft and forged connecting rod. Jonsered/Tilton Equipment Co./(877) 693-7729/www.usa.jonsered.com 30 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT www.outdoorpowerequipment.com