You can expect an average snowblower weight to be about 80 to 100 pounds (41 kg) for 21" to 23" of clearing width, and 200 to 300 pounds (113 kg) for over 24".
A large majority of the weight of a snowblower comes from the snow induction accelerator. This is the size and power of what intakes the snow and clears it from your desired pathway. Labeled as "clearing width" will generally give you an idea as to how large the snowblower is, and its weight.
9 Example Snowblower Weights
The following chart features example snowblower weights of specific models ranging from the lightest to heaviest used in the snow. Additional details can be found on the manufacturer's websites. Here's the snowblower weight chart:
Snowblower Model | Clearing Width | Weight |
|---|---|---|
GreenWorks 2600 | 20-inch | 33 pounds (15 kg) |
Snow Joe SJ625E | 21-inch | 35 pounds (16 kg) |
Snow Joe ION100V | 21-inch | 69 pounds (31 kg) |
Briggs & Stratton 1022ER | 23-inch | 93 pounds (42 kg) |
Snow Joe ION8024-CT | 24-inch | 106 pounds (48 kg) |
Husqvarna ST224 | 24-inch | 199 pounds (90 kg) |
Cub Cadet 2X | 24-inch | 215 pounds (98 kg) |
Honda HSS928AT | 28-inch | 265 pounds (120 kg) |
Craftsman 88874 | 28-inch | 283 pounds (128 kg) |
Electric vs Gas Powered Snowblowers
When comparing the weight of electric vs gas powered snowblowers, they're about the same without much difference in the smaller models. Generally as you move up in size, the larger the snowblower is, the more gas powered ones you'll find as they can handle a lot more snow.
Most small and lightweight electric powered snowblowers are only designed for smaller clearing and come with less power.
It's up to you as to how much money you want to spend on a snowblower. The heavier and bigger ones will clear snow a lot smoother if you need to cover wide areas. However, this additional power does come with a higher price tag. It all depends on what your specific needs are.
To Conclude
If you plan on buying a snowblower, you should consider how much snowfall you get in your area. If you're only expecting light snow, there's no need to get a massive 28 inch machine that weighs well over 200 pounds.
In comparison, if you live in an area that has heavy snowfall, then you may want to consider a snowblower with more power and weight.