Ariens ST27LE - Prosumer ST27LE (27") 305cc Two-Stage Snow Blower
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Ariens Prosumer ST27LE (27") 305cc Two-Stage Snow Blower
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Built-to-Last
• Unprecedented 3 year limited consumer warranty
• 90 day limited warranty for commercial use
All Steel Construction
• Housing and chute built with powder-coated steel
Powerful Briggs & Stratton OHV Engine
Electric Start
• Starts with the press of a button (power cord sold separately)
2.5x Quick-Turn
• Chute rotates 200 degrees with just 2 1/2 cranks
Six-Speed Drive
• Disc-O-Matic drive system with heavy-duty aluminum gear case
• Six forward and two reverse speeds
Dual-Handle Interlock
• Allows for one handed operation (auger & drive)
• Use your free hand to adjust speed or chute
Remote Locking Axle System
• Great for traction going forward, Unlocks for easy turning
Halogen Headlight
• Lights the way during the darkest days of the year
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Model Number: | ST27LE |
 | | | Manufacturer: | Ariens |
| Engine |
| | | Brand: | Briggs & Stratton Snow Series Learn More | | | | Type: | 4-Cycle OHV | | | | Power: | 305 cc | | | | Torque: | 13.5 ft-lbs Net Torque | | | | Starting System: | 120-Volt Electric /w Recoil | | | | Fuel Tank: | 2.9 quarts (2.74 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: | Handle-Mounted Triggers | | | | Gear Case: | XS Aluminum | | | | Forward Speeds: | 6 Forward | | | | Reverse Speeds: | 2 Reverse | | | | Tire Type: | Directional Snow Tread | | | | Tire Size: | 15" x 5" (38.1 cm x 12.7 cm) |
| Options |
| | | Remote Deflector Contols: | No | | | | Drift Cutters: | Sold Separately | | | | Front Weights: | Sold Separately | | | | Interlocking Controls: | Yes | | | | Hand Warmers: | No | | | | Headlights: | Halogen | | | | Skid Shoes: | Included - Reversible |
| Overview |
| | | Weight: | 302 Lbs. (136.99 kilograms) | | | | Dimensions: | 61.5L x 29.5W x 45H
(156.21 x 74.93 x 114.30 cm) | | | | Consumer Warranty: | 3 Years | | | | Commercial Warranty: | 90 Days |
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Average Rating: 4.0 of 5.0
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Written February 12, 2010 |
| WE LOVE YOU!! |
| By Peter & Susan (Merchantville, NJ) |
We live in NJ across the bridge from Philadelphia. You may have heard about our record snowfall in the news.
After 29 years of marriage (and winters in NJ) and after the first 24 inch snowfall before Christmas, my husband bought this snowblower from your company.
The machine was delivered on Christmas Eve! We have had two snowstorms in four days. The first snow storm dropped about 28 inches and the one yesterday dropped 18 inches.
WE LOVE YOU!!!!!! (and your snowblowers!) |
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Written February 01, 2010 |
| ST27LE |
| By john matyazic (Biose, ID) |
I'd wish the controls were better marked and all located above the hand grips.
A simple fuel gauge would come in handy. Also the on-off key could be larger and stouter.
Other than that the machine does it's job as required... |
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Written January 31, 2010 |
| Good Snow Blower... Should Have Gotten Tracks |
| By Riley (Lake Arrowhead, CA) |
This Snow Blower is really nice but dosen't fit my needs that well. First, living in So. Cal. at about 5200ft we are often on the cusp of the "snow levels" so we commonly end up with wet, heavy snow.
The Ariens ST27LE throws the wet heavy stuff fine, but struggles to dig into the wet, frozen 4ft+ berm that the snow plow leaves in front of my driveway.
For some reason the tires tend to ride up the berm rather than pushing into it (I am considering adding the front weight kit but, don't know if it's worth the $70 bucks).
Second, I have a 100ft+ driveway that has a very steep grade. After being dragged down the steep grade by the sliding, out of control snow blower it was obvious that I needed "tire chains" for the unit.
The chains did help with the sliding, but I have still have traction issues even with them. I feel that both of these problems would not have been such an issue if I had gone with tracks.
I was kind of discouraged by a few of my neighbors to not buy a unit with tracks, because "it's too hard to turn" or "you have to man-handle it"! If you have a steep driveway or huge berms BUY A UNIT WITH TRACKS!
If you have a fairly flat driveway and lots of dry fluffy stuff this snow blower is the way to go, it's super easy to start and control and it purrs like a kitten. |
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Written January 30, 2010 |
| The Beast |
| By kenneth (Lake Arrowhead, CA) |
We were impressed with the amount of snow this machine throws. Even in slush it really moved the stuff. It threw over our truck giving us much more space to put the snow.
A draw back is it's handling, it is very difficult to manage. Our previous snow thrower ( a Yard Man) had power steering and that was great, but it just did not throw nearly as far.
Too bad we couldn't find a snow thrower that did both. |
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Written January 27, 2010 |
| Real impressed with every step of the process |
| By Andy Cormier (Riverview, NB Canada) |
I have to say that I was not sure what to expect ordering a snowblower over the Internet.
I was real impressed with every step of the process. The price I was quoted was the price I paid, not a penny more.
They kept me informed on the status of my order and it arrived in less than 1 week. The blower arrived at my door intact, well packaged and with no damage.
I would definitely recommend Snowblowers Direct.com to anyone. As a Canadian buyer I didn't save any money but what I did get was what I wanted, the 27" blower with the 305cc engine for the price of the 249cc.
As an added bonus and to my surprise it also came with the Briggs & Stratton Max engine. With dry snow the blower shoots the snow 40 - 50 ft and works well in wet snow as well.
I have nothing bad to say about Snowblowers Direct. |
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Written January 15, 2010 |
| Overrated? |
| By Bill (Swansea, MA) |
I've read raves about this snow-thrower. I used this one for 3 storms. Now the thing is broken and will take at least 3 weeks for repairs.
It is under warranty, but breaking down in the beginning of January! What kind of quality is 3 storms and a failed gear case? That is what it seems. The auger not turning, it is not the shear bolts, the upper stage is working....
I am disappointed in this ST27LE. I hope it is a fluke. This kind of damage to a new snow machine is expected in a cheaper machine. I did not buy this at a Big Box store, either. It had ALL the maintenance required.
The engine is great, but that is not Ariens' product. This is my first snow machine. What a disappointment.
SBD RESPONDS: You might want to give the folks at Ariens a call, toll free, at 800-472-8359 to find a different authorized service center in your area that has a better turn-around time. |
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Written December 28, 2009 |
| Let It Snow! |
| By Peter (Merchantville, NJ) |
You guys are great!!
I ordered my new Ariens 27 last Saturday, 12/19, at the height of the big East Coast snowstorm.
On Sunday 12/20, I hand shoveled my long driveway for the LAST time, while dreaming of my snow blower.
The unit was delivered today, 12/24 at noon. By 1:30 I was blasting through some of the remaining piles in the yard.
Thanks for the great service and the great prices. I will certainly recommend you to my friends.
Now- Let it Snow! |
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Written September 30, 2009 |
| Where's the Darned Snow???!!! |
| By Jon (Framingham, MA) |
OK, I got it on time and totally as expected. The crate was a little bent, but then that's what a crate is for, right?
I checked the contents before the surly driver left- shiny, orange and completely intact. (I'll know for sure when I take it out for first use.) The box was delivered by pallet lift as I paid the extra $50 for a lift truck.
It's in my garage. No fuel yet, and I just received 2 cans of Sno-Jet. I'm going to coat the beast and hope it snows tomorrow.
I feel like Tim, the Tool Man! I wonder if the unit will take a supercharger belt...
Seriously, Snow Blowers Direct are good people.
Nice job, SBD! WHERE'S THE SNOW??!!!! |
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Written September 24, 2009 |
| Cracked the Canadian Code |
| By Dean (Chelsea, QC Canada) |
I'm very happy to congratulate your company on "cracking the code" with respect to the web-based purchasing experience for Canadians.
After some recent snowblower shopping and research here in Canada, I came upon the Snow Blowers Direct website. I was impressed with how easy it was to navigate, to select and learn about various models, and then determine the total cost.
I was very pleasantly surprised that your company had taken into consideration the issues of cross-border shipping, taxes and brokerage.
I was a little hesitant to order the snowblower online as I wasn't sure whether all of the potential additional costs had truly been factored in.
By my calculations, I was able to save approx $260CDN vs. purchasing the same snowblower from the most competitive local retailer, so I was willing to take the chance.
My order was acknowledged immediately, and I was provided a UPS tracking # and a delivery date. The snowblower arrived in less than a week on the exact date that was originally forecast.
At over 300lbs. I had concerns that it could get banged up in the long trip. The unit was delivered on a pallet, and the driver arranged to have it placed in my garage.
The packaging was immaculate and there were no last minute, unwelcome surprises about additional freight charges or brokerage.
Your company has truly figured out the entire end-to-end purchasing experience for the online Canadian customer.
I don't mind telling you that you definitely have gotten it right. I'm very impressed and have been telling all my friends.
Thank-you for your excellence in customer service - it's been a pleasure dealing with your company. |
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Written July 31, 2009 |
| Larger Engine at a Less Cost |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
Don't let the details confuse you.
Ariens made two versions of a 27-inch, prosumer-grade snow blower with a Briggs & Stratton engine.
Here's the catch. They used two different types of engines.
In January 2009, they used a powerful 305cc (14.5 ft-lbs gross torque). Now, they use a weaker 249cc (11.5 ft-lbs gross torque).
We bought more than 200 pieces of the more powerful version at the same price as the weaker engine.
We've already sold half of our inventory, and don't even plan to carry the newer version until it sells out.
This is a great offer for smart buyers who want extra power without the extra cost. |
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Written January 16, 2009 |
| Knee Deep in Snow |
| By Chirs (Landing, NJ) |
I have had my Ariens snow blower for about four years and it has approximately 100 hours of use on it.
When I went to start it up this winter (2007 2008) the electric starter threw a gear and tore off the electrical coil and destroyed the engine.
I am now facing the need to purchase a new unit. |
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Written January 10, 2009 |
| Blower with Briggs & Stratton OHV Engine |
| By Sam (Lexinton, MA) |
From my research. This is the worse engine to purchase. Nothing but problems.
Don't Purchase. |
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Written January 08, 2009 |
| Ariens Prosumer Snow Blower in Action |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
We found this video on YouTube. It shows an Ariens Prosumer Snow Blower at work.
Not sure of the exact model in the video. However, it is nearly identical to this ST27LE. |
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