Ariens Polar Force 305CC Engine •Made by Briggs and Stratton •Certified -20ºF start •Throws snow from 3 ft. up to 50 ft.
120 Volt Electric Start w/Recoil •Save your back and shoulders by simply pressing a button •Cord not included on the electric start feature
Disc-O-Matic Drive System With Large Cast Iron Gear Case •Easily shift into any of the six forward or two reverse speeds •Provides additional power in extreme snow conditions
Chute Rotates Up To 200 Degrees •Single lever adjusts direction and height of snow stream
Remote Chute Deflector Control •Dash-mounted control to change position & angle of the deflector
Interlocking Controls •Locks both handles, freeing one hand for chute operation
Handwarmers •Keeps your fingertips toasty warm in sub-zero weather
Standard Halogen Headlight •Plow through heavy snowfalls on the darkest of winter nights
Model
Model Number:
921013
UPC:
751058027814
Manufacturer:
Ariens
Engine
Brand:
Briggs & Stratton
Type:
4-Cycle OHV
Power:
305 cc
Starting System:
120-Volt Electric /w Recoil
Fuel Tank:
3.2 quarts (3.03 liters)
Auger
Diameter:
14 (35.56 cm)
Material:
Serrated Steel
Impeller
Diameter:
14 (35.56 cm)
Profile:
Steel 3-Blade
Chute
Material:
Steel
Chute Rotation:
2.5x Crank
Turning Radius:
200°
Max Throwing Distance:
50 feet (15.24 meters)
Drive System
Drive:
Disc-O-Matic
Steering:
Wheel Lock
Gear Case:
Cast Iron
Forward Speeds:
6 Forward
Reverse Speeds:
2 Reverse
Tire Type:
Polar Trac
Tire Size:
15" x 5" (38.1 cm x 12.7 cm)
Options
Remote Deflector Contols:
Yes
Drift Cutters:
Sold Separately
Front Weights:
Sold Separately
Interlocking Controls:
Yes
Hand Warmers:
Yes
Headlights:
Halogen
Skid Shoes:
Included - Reversible
Overview
Weight:
250 Lbs. (113.40 kilograms)
Dimensions:
58.0L x 32.4W x 44.3H (147.32 x 82.30 x 112.52 cm)
Consumer Warranty:
3 Years
Commercial Warranty:
90 Days
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3 Questions
Q: Hi Can you explain the real world diff between the Platnium and deluxe drive systems?? I am looking at the deluxe 30" and the Plat 24" models. by Dave from Wisconsin on November 11, 2011
A: The difference is going to come down to options. The Platinum models are going to have remote chute control, which the Deluxe models don't have as well as the auto traction drive, this is going to allow you to turn on a dime in either direction. The Deluxe models will have a lock out trigger on your left side and this will help in making turns, but it is still not as easy as the auto traction drive. Other than this all other features would be alike if we are comparing the Deluxe 30" and a Platinum model. Obviously you can find variations in engine size, but all other features would be alike. by Kriss, Product Expert
Q: Kriss, the impeller size on this snowblower (ST30LE (30)) is 12 or 14 inches diameter? the specs say 14 but the picture details says 12 inch. plz confirm.. thx Bernardo by Bernardo from Connecticut on July 13, 2011
A: This is a 14" impeller. Ariens is only going to put the 12" impeller on the Compact models.
Thanks,
Snow Blowers Direct by Kriss, Product Expert
Q: Hi Kriss, Will you be selling the Husqvarna 16530EXL snow blower for next winter? Also sometimes, why do I see that model with a "s" or an "sb" in the model number? I know you will probably direct me to another brand, but, I really like the Husky hydro drive over the friction-wheel drive. John by John from New Jersey on April 06, 2011
A: John,
The Husqvarna 16530EXL is a model not allowed to be sold online. As of right now, we are not sure what our Husqvarna lineup will be for this next season.
As of right now, I would say we most likely won't be offering this model next season unless Husqvarna changes some of their policies.
I would like to tell you the "s" and the "sb" signifies an engine or something in particular, but as far as I can tell and know, this would be an internal way for Husqvarna to designate one model series from another. It would most likely be something similar to their mowers in the "YTH" and "LGT", which means yard tractor husqvarna and lawn garden tractor.
Thanks,
Snow Blowers Direct by Kriss, Product Expert
Overall Rating
4.8
(Based on 40 Reviews)
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January 26, 2012
Jason G. West Allis, WI
Great Snowblower
This thing is a beast. It just cuts through anything. I bought this snowblower to replace a MTD 10 hp 28" deck unit from the late 1990's which I thought was a beast. This thing blows it away!! I cannot believe how well it cuts through the hard packed snow. My old snowblower would struggle and spin the tires a lot even with tire chains. As I used it for the first time and cut through some deeper snow I expected it to slow down and it never did. I was waiting for it bog down and for it to need a push. Instead, IT PULLED ME through the deep hard packed snow!! "I LOVE THIS THING"!
January 12, 2012
Rob Freehold, NJ
Machine is a beast
Just received my Ariens 30 in. deluxe. The order came as promised. All I had to do was cut open the box and assemble it. All in all it took about 30 minutes to do. The machine is a BEAST and is beautiful to look at. I live in the northeast and we get a lot of wet and heavy snow. I can't wait to throw that wet slop as well as the powdery snow. I had a 24 in. 2 stage and was not satisfied with the engine's power. I have a feeling that I won't have that problem anymore.
December 16, 2011
T Powell Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Unbelievable snow blower!
I purchased the deluxe 30 on 12/26/2010.....the day the blizzard began here in New Jersey. I originally didn't want something this big, but it was the last machine left in the store and it was either the deluxe 30 or a shovel. When I got it home I fueled it up and waited for the snow to come.
The next morning I fired the machine up (one pull) and began clearing my backyard (for the dogs), the driveway, sidewalks, etc. I ended up snow blowing the entire neighborhood because no one had a machine that could handle the amount of snow we had gotten. The deluxe 30 is a beast! It took no time to clear everything and was an absolute pleasure to use.
We subsequently had several more snow storms that dumped A LOT on us. I fired up the machine and went to it again, doing the whole neighborhood with ease. If I learned one thing about snow blowers, it's: don't buy cheap or small. Bigger is better and Ariens is the best! I added the drift cutters and hand warmers later in the season and they worked like champs!
Just upgraded to the ST28DLE. Will evaluate once I use it.
I purchased the deluxe 30 on 12/26/2010.....the day the blizzard began here in New Jersey. I originally didn't want something this big, but it was the last machine left in the store and it was either the deluxe 30 or a shovel. When I got it home I fueled it up and waited for the snow to come.
The next morning I fired the machine up (one pull) and began clearing my backyard (for the dogs), the driveway, sidewalks, etc. I ended up snow blowing the entire neighborhood because no one had a machine that could handle the amount of snow we had gotten. The deluxe 30 is a beast! It... more
November 23, 2011
John Cable, WI
Delivery Challenge
One of the reasons I chose to go with Snow Blowers Direct was to get the snowblower delivered to a second home that is quite a distance from my primary residence. I was going to be there on a specific date. I paid extra for the liftgate delivery. Snowblower Direct shipped the unit out on the correct date but the ball was dropped on the shipping end. I had to make another trip a week later and made sure to contact the carrier several times. When they arrived they did not have a liftgate. If I had it to do over again I would not have paid for the lift gate service. Most likely it would have been delivered as scheduled for less money.
The day after the snowblower was delivered I assembled it and we had a 6" snow so I had a chance to try it out. The snowblower works great.
One of the reasons I chose to go with Snow Blowers Direct was to get the snowblower delivered to a second home that is quite a distance from my primary residence. I was going to be there on a specific date. I paid extra for the liftgate delivery. Snowblower Direct shipped the unit out on the correct date but the ball was dropped on the shipping end. I had to make another trip a week later and made sure to contact the carrier several times. When they arrived they did not have a liftgate. If I had it to do over again I would not have paid for the lift gate service. Most likely it would ha... more
November 21, 2011
Dave Inver Grove Heights, MN
Nice Machine
I received the snow thrower on the day and time slot as communicated to me. The lift gate service was nice because it was in a large box and I couldn't lift it myself. The delivery service brought the unit into my garage with a hand fork lift. The unit was very easy to put together and only took 45 minutes. It was serviced with oil and the tires were aired up. I did have to adjust the slack in the control cables a little. I used it on two inches of snow but was certainly no test for this unit. However, the engine starts very well and is the procedure is easy to understand.
My wife will have no problem when I'm ice fishing. The chute direction control was awkward, I wish it was on the control panel so I didn't have to reach over the panel. Also, the chute control is on the same side as the drive control, that means you have to take your hand off the drive to move the chute direction. This is only important if your turning, not using the auger and want to change the chute direction, a little inconvenient. Other than that I like it so far, and can't wait for the 10 incher to give it a work out. I really like that it is made in the USA.
I received the snow thrower on the day and time slot as communicated to me. The lift gate service was nice because it was in a large box and I couldn't lift it myself. The delivery service brought the unit into my garage with a hand fork lift. The unit was very easy to put together and only took 45 minutes. It was serviced with oil and the tires were aired up. I did have to adjust the slack in the control cables a little. I used it on two inches of snow but was certainly no test for this unit. However, the engine starts very well and is the procedure is easy to understand.
I used to own an Ariens snow blower about 10 years ago and decided to sell it and buy a cheaper one from a local retailer. Every few years I kept selling the store bought ones because they were junk. Parts kept falling off of them, shear pins kept breaking, and the traction was terrible. After about 8 years of owning store purchased garbage, I purchased an Ariens model 921013 and I'm glad that I did. I have survived two winters of heavy snow and without the Ariens I would have been cursing every minute.
Thank you Ariens for making a quality product with a three year warranty (store bought snow blowers have a one year warranty).
Ariens is an American made product that I am proud of owning.
I used to own an Ariens snow blower about 10 years ago and decided to sell it and buy a cheaper one from a local retailer. Every few years I kept selling the store bought ones because they were junk. Parts kept falling off of them, shear pins kept breaking, and the traction was terrible. After about 8 years of owning store purchased garbage, I purchased an Ariens model 921013 and I'm glad that I did. I have survived two winters of heavy snow and without the Ariens I would have been cursing every minute.
Thank you Ariens for making a quality product with a three year warranty ... more
September 25, 2011
John Hatfield, MA
Very Smooth Seamless Transaction!
I was not apprehensive about ordering online from Snow Blowers Direct, and after receiving my Ariens Deluxe ST30LE I am a very happy customer. I had done some checking on local prices and the SB Direct beat them all coupled with no sales tax and free shipping it was a win-win situation. I knew (or at least was hoping) I wouldn't need the machine for a few months so I made use of the "Pay by Check" offer and saved some additional money (I also ordered during the pre-season sale).
Throughout the transaction process I was kept up to date via e-mail on my order status. I actually went from "backordered" to "item shipped" in one day!! The unit arrived with absolutely no shipping damage, today I final assembled it and it started right up. I would like to say I can't wait to use it in snow but I can wait because snow = cold weather and we can wait a little while for that stuff. Thank you Snow Blowers Direct!
I was not apprehensive about ordering online from Snow Blowers Direct, and after receiving my Ariens Deluxe ST30LE I am a very happy customer. I had done some checking on local prices and the SB Direct beat them all coupled with no sales tax and free shipping it was a win-win situation. I knew (or at least was hoping) I wouldn't need the machine for a few months so I made use of the "Pay by Check" offer and saved some additional money (I also ordered during the pre-season sale).
Throughout the transaction process I was kept up to date via e-mail on my order status. ... more
September 07, 2011
John New City, NY
Very good blower
It's a very nice product but in that video it must be a higher-end model with a bigger motor, or that guy got lucky and got a strong one. It looks like it's blowing maybe 40ft or more. My 921013 (305cc) blows the snow about 30-32ft at the most, which is good enough and gets it out of the way. I have a double-wide driveway and it clears the other side. That's all I wanted.. but I think advertising 50ft is stretching it. Maybe with some 25-30mph winds it could blow it 50ft, but with a normal 5-10mph breeze or calm conditions, I have not been able to get more than 32ft. The snow blower is pretty loud and I hope people are wearing hearing protection.
It also needs some more weight in the front. It tends to climb up when there is a lot of compacted snow with ice more than 2ft tall, or the 3ft bank created by the town plows, or the wheel will spin. You do get used to it though and how to avoid that by going back & forth. But it's a good product and our 1st winter ('10) with it went fine with several 1-2 foot snow storms. Gearing up for the blower's 2nd "season" now and came back here to see if I can get some accessories for it to cut through an icy snow bank, maybe.
I am not sure if most people reviewing this product here have owned snow blowers before, used older ones. I would rate this blower average because I have owned a couple of them in the last 22yrs, plus I used my dad's when I was a teenager living "at home". Some of those old snow blowers were back then were work horses and handled a lot of snow the same or a little better than this model. It's when you get those 2ft of heavy and wet snow that you are putting the snow blower to the test.. I am sure there are better ones out there for a lot more $, but for the price this one is pretty decent I guess, thus my 4 stars.
It's a very nice product but in that video it must be a higher-end model with a bigger motor, or that guy got lucky and got a strong one. It looks like it's blowing maybe 40ft or more. My 921013 (305cc) blows the snow about 30-32ft at the most, which is good enough and gets it out of the way. I have a double-wide driveway and it clears the other side. That's all I wanted.. but I think advertising 50ft is stretching it. Maybe with some 25-30mph winds it could blow it 50ft, but with a normal 5-10mph breeze or calm conditions, I have not been able to get more than 32ft. The snow blower is p... more
May 11, 2011
Bob Little Falls, MN
Living in MN Can't Kill it º¿º
Got the machine halfway thru season, so over 2ft of snow & ice (some packed) already on the ground.
Have a really long gravel drive and road almost 300yds which the neighbor usually plows with truck. He was away when we got hit with nearly 3 feet overnight. Got the trusty beast out of the stable and did the lot better than he usually does in less than 2 hours. Benefit being the ARIENS threw all the snow way off into a field, leaving none piled up at the side of the roadway, as was usually the case. End result - wider road, clean as a whistle.
Even in MN haven't yet found the need to buy hand warmers for the machine yet. Also managed to clear 5000 sq ft yard practically down to the grass level.
This is my 1st blower which I researched into well. And I am entirely happy that I made the right choice !!
OK, some ARE cheaper. - But look how they are made. - And a 3 year warranty, well what can I say.
Five stars for quality & build.
10 for end results.
Got the machine halfway thru season, so over 2ft of snow & ice (some packed) already on the ground.
Have a really long gravel drive and road almost 300yds which the neighbor usually plows with truck. He was away when we got hit with nearly 3 feet overnight. Got the trusty beast out of the stable and did the lot better than he usually does in less than 2 hours. Benefit being the ARIENS threw all the snow way off into a field, leaving none piled up at the side of the roadway, as was usually the case. End result - wider road, clean as a whistle.
Well I missed the 3ft December blizzard and after that I swore I would never shovel again. I tried to find a snow blower but as you know all the stores run out of everything with the mention of the word snow.
I did a lot of research and knew what I was looking for I just couldn't find one. Then I found this site and purchased the Ariens Deluxe 30.
What a pleasure it was dealing with Snow Blowers Direct. The machine is a beast throwing snow like nothing I’ve ever seen before.
My neighbor has the Craftsman snow blower and it looked good in the blizzard with the light powdery snow but the small amount we got was wet and heavy. We were outside helping people dig out and man was I glad I bought this thing.
He came over and said who makes that and I said Ariens which he replied my sons a greens man on the golf course and that’s what they use, Ariens equipment.
Well I missed the 3ft December blizzard and after that I swore I would never shovel again. I tried to find a snow blower but as you know all the stores run out of everything with the mention of the word snow.
I did a lot of research and knew what I was looking for I just couldn't find one. Then I found this site and purchased the Ariens Deluxe 30.
What a pleasure it was dealing with Snow Blowers Direct. The machine is a beast throwing snow like nothing I’ve ever seen before.
My neighbor has the Craftsman snow blower and it looked good in the blizza... more
February 16, 2011
Butch Hazlet, NJ
Can't really rate the snow blower. (not a review)
I wish I could rate my new snow blower. I purchased it the first week of January. The following week, I received a defective machine. The exchange of the machine did not go smoothly due to issues with the freight company. I also found the manufacturer "Ariens",very unhelpful in trying to identify the problem with the defective machine in an effort to correct the defect to avoid having to return the machine. I ended up shoveling 4 more snow storms from the date of purchase until weeks later, a working machine was delivered. Since the replacement machine was delivered, it has not snowed. My new machine is still unused, so I really can't rate it. A rating had to be selected on the above form, and "bad" refers to the length of time from purchase to delivery of an actual working product.
I wish I could rate my new snow blower. I purchased it the first week of January. The following week, I received a defective machine. The exchange of the machine did not go smoothly due to issues with the freight company. I also found the manufacturer "Ariens",very unhelpful in trying to identify the problem with the defective machine in an effort to correct the defect to avoid having to return the machine. I ended up shoveling 4 more snow storms from the date of purchase until weeks later, a working machine was delivered. Since the replacement machine was delivered, it has not snowe... more
February 15, 2011
Robert Watertown, CT
Great Service
Ordered the ST30LE and have been very pleased with it so far. Service was great for ordering the snow blower as well as the spare shear pins.
Easy to put together and powerful enough to cut through wet ice from the worst winter we have had in over 100 years. Can use a bit more weight to keep the nose down, but overall very pleased so far.
February 14, 2011
Roy Boston, MA
It works great!
What can I say. I live in New England, and it has worked great.
Started on the second pull when I unpacked it.
February 13, 2011
Kris Barnard Windsor, CT
4 Feet and counting....
We've survived up to this year without a snow blower, but after getting 4 feet of snow in 30 days and not being able to get fifty feet to the wood pile to keep the house warm, we broke down and decided to buy a snow blower. Driving to all the big box stores we found there were no snow blowers available, everyone else around here had the same idea.
Going online I stumbled across Snow Blowers Direct as well as other companies who had blowers available. One company was even a hundred or so dollars less expensive, but then I read the reviews. Snow Blowers Direct had rave reviews, the other company had mediocre and bad reviews so we decided to go with SBD and we soon found out we did the right thing. Before the weekend was over I received an email acknowledging my order. First thing Monday morning I received confirmation that the snow blower was shipped and it arrived at our house on time in excellent shape.
Putting it together was a breeze, just a few simple steps. It started up without issue and cut through the snow to the wood like a hot knife through butter. It starts and runs like a dream, it handles snow, even 32 inches of accumulated old snow with some ice mixed in or the 4 foot berm out front that the city built up in front of our mailbox. We can not say enough about this machine and SBD. Both are wonderful and we're very happy with our decision and will definitely use SBD again.
We've survived up to this year without a snow blower, but after getting 4 feet of snow in 30 days and not being able to get fifty feet to the wood pile to keep the house warm, we broke down and decided to buy a snow blower. Driving to all the big box stores we found there were no snow blowers available, everyone else around here had the same idea.
Going online I stumbled across Snow Blowers Direct as well as other companies who had blowers available. One company was even a hundred or so dollars less expensive, but then I read the reviews. Snow Blowers Direct had rave revie... more
I must say this was one the best experiences of dealing with a dealer over the Internet. All as promised. New in the box, delivery was on time and early, just in time before the snow storm hit.
All around I will buy again from Snow Blowers Direct. Not only free shipping, no tax and great prices, what more can you ask?
The only down size I had about the snow thrower was it doesn't shoot 50 ft high. The most is like 30 ft but awesome machine.
Thanks Snow Blowers Direct
February 06, 2011
Gerard Dix Hills, NY
Monster Snowblower for NY
I purchased the snow blower late in the season, but I had the chance to use it several times in over 2 feet of snow. It's a monster, the machine maneuvers better than I thought it would for its size and goes through heavy wet snow with ease. I am very happy with my purchase.
February 02, 2011
Wayne Mcwilliams Levittown, PA
Ariens Deluxe ST30LE
I was looking for a heavy duty snow blower for a long time because I have a large 250 ft gravel driveway leading up to my business. I price-compared your costs to some local suppliers and could not believe how much more reasonable your prices were to theirs.
I was skeptical and thought that maybe there would be a problem with stock or delivery but I was very happy when I received an email minutes after ordering saying that it was in-stock and I could not believe that it showed up at my home two days later.
The driver called ahead of time to tell me when he would be there, he unloaded it with a pallet jack and rolled it up to my garage. I could not have asked for a better experience, from the order to the delivery. Snow Blowers Direct is a quality company and one that I have already recommended to several of my friends.
Thank You for a great online experience
I was looking for a heavy duty snow blower for a long time because I have a large 250 ft gravel driveway leading up to my business. I price-compared your costs to some local suppliers and could not believe how much more reasonable your prices were to theirs.
I was skeptical and thought that maybe there would be a problem with stock or delivery but I was very happy when I received an email minutes after ordering saying that it was in-stock and I could not believe that it showed up at my home two days later.
The driver called ahead of time to tell me when he would... more
January 31, 2011
William Farren Southbury, CT
Works fine
The only problem we have had is with the delivery -- because of bad weather the trucking company would not deliver to the house, so we had to go to Wallingford, Conn. to pick the thing up. Luckily it would fit in the SUV. But we wasted the $50 we had paid for lift-gate delivery.
January 28, 2011
Rich Westfield, NJ
Does the job as advertised
Received my snowblower the morning before our second snowfall of the season (unfortunately I didn't have it for the 24 inches that fell in December). It went through the 6 inch snowfall like there was nothing there.
Very easy to use that I did my driveway and several of my neighbors as well. This week was another 18 inches of heavy snow. The Ariens handled it with no issues. Thankfully we decided to get this snowblower.
Dealing with Snow Blowers Direct was a pleasure. They were very helpful on the phone and got me my equipment in the time-frame promised. The guy from the shipping company was even nice enough to wheel the box down my long driveway into my garage where I could do the final assembly.
Received my snowblower the morning before our second snowfall of the season (unfortunately I didn't have it for the 24 inches that fell in December). It went through the 6 inch snowfall like there was nothing there.
Very easy to use that I did my driveway and several of my neighbors as well. This week was another 18 inches of heavy snow. The Ariens handled it with no issues. Thankfully we decided to get this snowblower.
Dealing with Snow Blowers Direct was a pleasure. They were very helpful on the phone and got me my equipment in the time-frame promised. ... more
January 27, 2011
Richard Milford, DE
Third time lucky
After the two snowstorms that hit my region at end-December/Early January I decided to do something about it. A snow plow for my truck, a snowblower PTO attachment for my tractor, or a snow blower/thrower. After much consideration and economic consideration I settled on a snow blower/thrower. Ariens had always, in my opinion, had a good reputation and I decided to go for the model with the large engine, 30 inch-wide cut, and with electric start.
The third storm that came through last night, with heavy wet snow (maybe only three inches, but heavy) was my first time "out" with the new equipment. It started perfectly and in 30 minutes I had cleared my 200 yards of paved driveway side to side. Couldn't have been happier.
Would highly recommend to anyone with a similar type of need.
After the two snowstorms that hit my region at end-December/Early January I decided to do something about it. A snow plow for my truck, a snowblower PTO attachment for my tractor, or a snow blower/thrower. After much consideration and economic consideration I settled on a snow blower/thrower. Ariens had always, in my opinion, had a good reputation and I decided to go for the model with the large engine, 30 inch-wide cut, and with electric start.
The third storm that came through last night, with heavy wet snow (maybe only three inches, but heavy) was my first time "out... more
January 25, 2011
Adam Coram, NY
Let it snow
After many frugal years I decided to invest in a snowblower a few days before a big snow storm. Shipping was very fast and got to me in a couple of days.
I had about 18" on my driveway and this blower got rid of it in minutes. It normally took me about 3-4 hours to shovel. I don't have much to compare this model to but there are no regrets and no drawbacks. If you do get it you'll be amazed at how many friends want to see you after it snows.
January 25, 2011
Greg Medford, NJ
Great service, great product
I did a lot of searching on the internet and finally selected the Ariens Deluxe 30" Two-Stage as I have a very long driveway. Three uses so far and it has worked like a charm. Snow Blowers Direct was "as advertised", I ordered the blower late on Tuesday, it shipped Wednesday and arrived in NJ at 9AM Friday morning. Minimal assembly took about 30 minutes. Great service and a good product.
January 20, 2011
Don Yuhasz Long Branch, NJ
outstanding performance
The purchase process with Snow Blowers Direct was outstanding and I could not have been happier with them and the delivery company. Snow Blowers Direct did everything they said they would and then some - the communications from them was nothing short of outstanding.
Assembly of the Snow Blower was quite good until I got to the Chute Deflector control, and I must say that I am a bit surprised that such a finely engineered piece of equipment has such a shabby chute deflector control. Ariens really missed the boat here and could do a much better job - worse yet, my attempt to get input and suggestion from Ariens was terrible and took me having to reach out to the CEO of the company to gain any sort of satisfaction. If you go up on the web and look for Ariens reviews you would find that this is a common complaint which would tell me that Ariens doesn't do much in customer follow-up or they would have addressed the problem.
Aside from the chute issue, the machine works fantastic and confirms to me that my research in searching for the best possible machine resulting in the purchase of an Ariens was 100% justified. The only thing that I would do different is that I should have ordered "drift cutters" along with my purchase, which I will now do so.
The snow blower is really quite good and easily handles snow 12 inches and above, but the performance of Snow Blowers Direct was outstanding and Ariens could take a lesson from SBD relative to customer communications and care.
The purchase process with Snow Blowers Direct was outstanding and I could not have been happier with them and the delivery company. Snow Blowers Direct did everything they said they would and then some - the communications from them was nothing short of outstanding.
Assembly of the Snow Blower was quite good until I got to the Chute Deflector control, and I must say that I am a bit surprised that such a finely engineered piece of equipment has such a shabby chute deflector control. Ariens really missed the boat here and could do a much better job - worse yet, my attempt to get i... more
January 14, 2011
Wayne Bucksport, ME
deluxe 30
Very well built, but wont throw snow more than about 30'-35'. The video is not accurate. 6th gear and reverse are too slow, but excellent quality. The Briggs engine is Mexican built, carburetor is Asian.
January 11, 2011
Edward Pokora Oxon Hill, MA
Very Pleased with the Machine and SB Direct
I purchased the snowblower last year after Washington DC's two big snowstorms. I'll never have to shovel like that again. I'm originally from Mass. and was familiar with Ariens. The machine is fantastic. Starts easy and is easy to use. More than enough power.
The unit originally came with a broken drive lever. Called and got the new one within two days. More than happy. I think two co-workers also bought from Snow Blowers Direct after my recommendation. The non-stick spray works great on shovels too but a little expensive, probably worth it though. I'm very happy with my purchases.
I purchased the snowblower last year after Washington DC's two big snowstorms. I'll never have to shovel like that again. I'm originally from Mass. and was familiar with Ariens. The machine is fantastic. Starts easy and is easy to use. More than enough power.
The unit originally came with a broken drive lever. Called and got the new one within two days. More than happy. I think two co-workers also bought from Snow Blowers Direct after my recommendation. The non-stick spray works great on shovels too but a little expensive, probably worth it though. I'm very happy wit... more
January 10, 2011
Gary Chadwick Rochester, MN
Warm handwarmers
I have an Ariens 921013 Snow-Thro. And I wanted to put on hand warmers. So I did and they work very well
December 09, 2010
Jeff Sagle, ID
Delivery is misleading
I like the snowblower. But: Instead of the 3-4 day delivery estimate, it took 12 days from when I placed the order. I had to call the carrier several times to track it. It switched carriers twice supposedly to a smaller delivery truck. But then it showed up on a 48 ft. semi. Even though I live less than a mile off of the State Highway, I had to take the canopy off of my pickup, meet the semi, off-load into my pickup and unload it myself at home. The semi had a lift gate, but that did not matter. I wish I had bought at Home Depot and I would have had it in the 3-4 days and would not have gotten snowed in.
I like the snowblower. But: Instead of the 3-4 day delivery estimate, it took 12 days from when I placed the order. I had to call the carrier several times to track it. It switched carriers twice supposedly to a smaller delivery truck. But then it showed up on a 48 ft. semi. Even though I live less than a mile off of the State Highway, I had to take the canopy off of my pickup, meet the semi, off-load into my pickup and unload it myself at home. The semi had a lift gate, but that did not matter. I wish I had bought at Home Depot and I would have had it in the 3-4 days and would not have... more
April 03, 2010
Bob Sheehan Ronkonkoma, NY
Great machine
This is the best blower I have ever used.
You put zero effort into removing snow and you don't even work up a sweat. Again- a great machine with no effort...........
March 11, 2010
Mark Browning Stewartstown, PA
Extremely pleased, can't wait until the next big storm.
I was extremely pleased with my new Ariens snowblower on how easy it was to assemble and how well it functioned.
Others have complained about having to reach out to change the direction of the chute; as for me it was not a problem.
If I had this snowblower when we got hit with the two snow storms, I could have done my driveway in about an hour instead of 4 hours using my old blower.
Can't wait until the next big storm.
March 10, 2010
Steve Sykesville, MD
Magic bullet
Now that I have a snow blower, it will snow no more...
February 26, 2010
Kellie Zink Parkville, MD
Top Notch Customer Service
This review is more about the fantastic customer service of SnowBlowersDirect.com than the machine.
I placed my order for this machine which was back ordered by two weeks, and I was pleasantly surprised when it shipped about a week early.
Unfortunately for me the freight company (R&L) lost it somewhere after it arrived at my local terminal. After several days of excuses, and two scheduled delivery dates where R&L failed to show, I called customer service at SnowBlowersDirect.com for help.
SnowBlowersDirect.com immediately put my mind and my wallet at ease and took control of the claim process with R&L.
SnowBlowersDirect.com placed a new order at no additional expense to me, and shipped another unit the same day! I just took delivery of my new Ariens 921013, and it is an impressive machine proudly made in the USA.
The customer service at SnowBlowersDirect.com is top notch and I can personally attest that your money is safe and well spent.
Thank you SnowBlowersDirect.com!
This review is more about the fantastic customer service of SnowBlowersDirect.com than the machine.
I placed my order for this machine which was back ordered by two weeks, and I was pleasantly surprised when it shipped about a week early.
Unfortunately for me the freight company (R&L) lost it somewhere after it arrived at my local terminal. After several days of excuses, and two scheduled delivery dates where R&L failed to show, I called customer service at SnowBlowersDirect.com for help.
SnowBlowersDirect.com immediately put my mind ... more
February 24, 2010
Mary Catherine VonGarlem Hughesville, MD
Excellent Process-TIMELY DELIVERY!!
We live in Maryland. We heard the forecast for "substantial snowfall" on Tuesday Feb 2, 2010. My husband recently had back surgery and was not able to shovel snow. Our area was forecasted to receive between 1 and 2 FEET of snow.
We went online and researched many snow blowers and vendors. We decided to order the Ariens from you on Wednesday and placed our order before noon. We received confirmation that the snow blower shipped that same day and a tracking number.
We followed the tracking very closely as the impending blizzard was scheduled to begin on Friday afternoon. We were SO DELIGHTED to have the snow blower delivered to us about 1:30 in the afternoon on Friday just as the snow started.
We ended up getting over 2 feet of snow- the picture says it all. We are extremely pleased with the ordering process, communication, delivery tracking, the Ariens model, and above all the QUICK delivery of the snowblower. It got to us just in time!!!
We've told many friends, acquaintances and neighbors. I expect your company will receive orders based on our recommendation.
THANKS SO MUCH!!
We live in Maryland. We heard the forecast for "substantial snowfall" on Tuesday Feb 2, 2010. My husband recently had back surgery and was not able to shovel snow. Our area was forecasted to receive between 1 and 2 FEET of snow.
We went online and researched many snow blowers and vendors. We decided to order the Ariens from you on Wednesday and placed our order before noon. We received confirmation that the snow blower shipped that same day and a tracking number.
We followed the tracking very closely as the impending blizzard was scheduled to be... more
February 22, 2010
Cindy Amarillo, TX
This company gets an A+
Snow Blowers Direct is great and the service was awesome!!!!
I ordered my snow blower at 11 am on Monday, and it was delivered before noon on Wednesday. From Chicago to Texas!
Never have I had this wonderful a service from any other company. I will order from them again and refer this company to everyone.
My snowblower is easy to start and operate, and the headlight is great for those early mornings. With a 30 inch path the job gets done pretty fast.
I highly recommend this product.
February 16, 2010
Bob Harper Fawnskin, CA
Would prefer chute control on the console
I purchased an Ariens 30" snow blower w/o the chute directional control on the console. I reside in Big Bear Lake, CA and we received 6 feet of snow in January, 2010.
The Ariens blower did a great job, however, I would prefer the chute directional control on the console as it is very awkward to reach forward to turn the chute handle.
I think Ariens should place the chute control on the console of all their models for convenience and safety. My neighbor owns an older 32" Ariens blower which I have operated and her snow blower performs stronger in heavy snow and ice.
The Ariens snow blower is a great machine, and the only thing I would do in hindsight would be to purchase a larger 32" machine.
Snow Blowers Direct order and tech staff answered all my questions and the purchase experience was outstanding.
Thank you, Snow Blowers Direct, for such a great purchase experience.
I purchased an Ariens 30" snow blower w/o the chute directional control on the console. I reside in Big Bear Lake, CA and we received 6 feet of snow in January, 2010.
The Ariens blower did a great job, however, I would prefer the chute directional control on the console as it is very awkward to reach forward to turn the chute handle.
I think Ariens should place the chute control on the console of all their models for convenience and safety. My neighbor owns an older 32" Ariens blower which I have operated and her snow blower performs stronger in hea... more
February 10, 2010
Rob Bethesda, MD
Poster Child for Snowblowers
Dumbest luck, but I actually had my Ariens delivered the day before DC Metro's big December storm.
After our second big storm last weekend, I only wish I had bought one sooner. I was always wary about its danger- but after reading the manual cover to cover and giving it healthy respect and caution, just about any can use one.
It's embarrassing how quickly it clears the 3100 sq ft of driveway we have ... I start later and finish earlier; then I can help tidy up the aprons of my adjacent neighbors too.
Just need to order drift cutters ...
January 30, 2010
Joe Hayes Richmond, VA
Dedicated and concerned
Unfortunately, through no error on Snow Blowers Direct.com's part, my snow blower at the truck terminal was damaged and I did not sign for it.
Snow Blowers Direct, being dedicated and concerned, took a bad experience and turn it into a good one.
Thank you! I will buy from them again!
January 26, 2010
ROBERT SHEEHAN Ronkonkoma, NY
Everyone is happy I bought it
The snowthrower looks great in my garage, and is ready to go.
But, it hasn't snowed since I received it... I figure since I bought it, it won't snow again for three years?
So, everyone in the neighborhood is very happy I bought it!
January 25, 2010
Carl Norwalk, IA
Awesome
This is my first snowblower and I decided to spend some money to avoid buying a underpowered small width blower.
I am excited to say the blower lived up to its reviews. It is flat-out awesome!
January 25, 2010
JUDITH Columbus, NE
Snowblower
Just to let you know we love the new blower!
We looked here in Columbus and for anything that was close to our Ariens it was about $700 higher. It came quickly to our home from the shipping company.
Our next blower will definitely be another one from SnowblowerDirect.com. Thanks again!
P.S. We couldn't even find a blower in Columbus as they were all sold out because of that bad snow storm, which now we are glad of because this is such a nice one.
December 24, 2009
Jerry Trempealeau, WI
Ariens DELUXE 30
I bought this blower new in early December of 09 and I now have used it 4 times.
The first snow was 16" of powder, the blower worked great considering I had to go through drifts higher than the engine. I did find that the low gear moves the blower too fast for deep snow. I would like a slower speed for drifts.
The next two snows were 4" and this was a walk in the park. The chute adjustment (ice drill) works great and the remote locking axle is a must as it made turning around at the end of the drive a breeze.
The last snow was 3" and wet. The Ariens Deluxe 30 did the job and I never needed to clean the chute one time.
I would give this blower a big TWO thumbs up and recommend it for anyone with a lot of snow to move.
I bought this blower new in early December of 09 and I now have used it 4 times.
The first snow was 16" of powder, the blower worked great considering I had to go through drifts higher than the engine. I did find that the low gear moves the blower too fast for deep snow. I would like a slower speed for drifts.
The next two snows were 4" and this was a walk in the park. The chute adjustment (ice drill) works great and the remote locking axle is a must as it made turning around at the end of the drive a breeze.
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