The Atlas 56994 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering 605 CFM at 150 MPH. It is powered by a 2.5 Ah 80 V Li-ion battery. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| CFM | Up to 605 |
| MPH | Up to 150 |
| Blowing Force | N/A |
| Brushless | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 80 V |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery | Li-ion |
|---|---|
| Autonomy | N/A |
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Vacuum | No |
| Battery included | 0 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4.6 lbs |
| Noise rating | 97.7 dB |
| Tube length | N/A |
| Warranty | 90 days |
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Description
Overview of the Atlas 56994
The Atlas 56994
- Power: The Atlas 56994 is a cordless blower with a maximum air volume rating of 605 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and an air speed of 150 MPH.
- Power delivery: The 56994 is a brushless-motor, battery-operated blower. Therefore, it doesn’t require to be plugged in when it’s being used. The user will enjoy the added mobility of its cordless design
- Battery: The Atlas 56994 is powered by an easy-to-recharge 2.5 Ah 80 V Li-ion battery (battery not included).
- Handling: Being handheld, this blower has a good maneuverability and is meant to be easier to carry around over a small period of time. Among other cordless handheld blowers, the Atlas 56994 can be considered light, weighing only 4.6 lbs.
- Speed Settings: There are times when you only need a little more power, while other times you will want a bit more precision when clearing leaves and debris. For this purpose, the 56994 offers variable speed settings, adding you, the user, more control, and a cruise control mode, which will allow you to maintain it comfortably for as long as you wish.
- Noise: Note that this blower is somewhat on the noisy end of electric handheld blowers, as its engine can reach an operating noise level of around 97.7 dB.
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The Atlas 56994's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Atlas 56994 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Upon exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 150 MPH, which is rather impressive for battery-operated handheld blowers (the one expelling air at the fastest speed being the Makita XBU01PT with 208 MPH).
- The 56994 is powerful, with an airflow rating of 605 CFM (cubic feet per minute). This is certainly on the high end compared to other cordless handheld blowers (the biggest expelled air volume belonging to the Poulan Pro PRB675i with 675 CFM).
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other cordless blowers, the Atlas 56994 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this blower nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Lightweight (4.6 lbs)
- Brushless motor
- Cruise control
- High CFM (605 CFM)
- High MPH (150 MPH)
- Battery not included
- High noise (97.7 dB)
- Weak warranty
About Atlas
Atlas is a brand of lightweight, cordless, outdoor power tools marketed by the Harbor Freight chain of tool stores. They are powered by either a 40V or an 80V lithium rechargeable battery system. The products sport a distinctive orange and gray (40V) or orange and black (80V) color scheme. The 40V system supports leaf blowers, while the 80V system powers not only leaf blowers, but also string trimmers and lawn mowers.
Warranty Information
The Atlas 56994 is covered under a warranty for up to 90 days. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Atlas blowers, please consult Atlas' warranty policies stated in the user manual (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support : 1-800-444-3353.
Questions & Answers
Where are the Atlas blowers made? (Asked June 15, 2020)
Atlas products, just like pretty much any other product sold by Harbor Freight, are manufactured in China.
what is 80 v atlas battery charging time? (Asked November 15, 2020)
It depends on the charger. With the standard charger, about 115 mins to reach 90% from 0. With the rapid charger, about 45 mins to reach 90%.
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