The 31AS6FEF700 is a reliable snow blower from MTD Products, the manufacturer of Yard Machines snow throwers.

This Yard Machines model offers a 26-inch clearing path and 21-inch intake, making it appropriate for fairly substantial snowfalls. We found the six forward speeds and two reverse speeds to be an incredible asset in substantial snowfalls. Alternating between forward and reverse motions can easily clear deep and plowed-in driveways.

This model is equipped with an electric start and reacts quickly, even if it hasn't been run in a while. The thick, 15-inch tires provide good traction, even in icy conditions. The #31AS6FEF700 is outfitted with an 8-hp Tecumseh engine that offers plenty of power and moves along nicely on flat and sloped surfaces alike.

The auger and impeller both measure 12 inches, which is typical of machines in the 7-8 hp range. The chute has a diameter of 5 inches, which is what we would expect on a model of this size. It's made of a plastic polymer that resists sticking and is adjustable with a 180-degree chute rotation. This model also includes a chute-clearing device. We suggest affixing this handy, safety device to the machine so it's easily available if you experience a clogging problem in very deep or heavily falling snow.

The Yard Machines 31AS6FEF700 comes fully assembled with oil in the engine. Just add gas and go.


Pros: 8-hp Tecumseh engine, six speeds forward, two reverse, 15-inch tires, 26-inch clearing path, 4-cycle engine
Cons: 21-inch intake

Warranty
2 years, limited