Atlas 56999 (Discontinued)
The Atlas 56999 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering up to 550 CFM and 105 MPH. It is powered by a 40V battery. (Read full specs)
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Description
The Atlas™ 40V Lithium-Ion Cordless Brushless Blower clears wide areas faster than gas, with no refueling costs, no gas/oil premix and no engine maintenance. An easy-access Turbo button generates a blast of air for clearing heavier debris. The Cruise Control lever is designed for easy one-hand operation.
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The Atlas 56999
With its cordless handheld design, the Atlas 56999 is suited for homeowners with a patio or small yard that does not require frequent or large-scale cleanup.
It is capable of expelling a maximum air volume of 550 cubic feet per minute (CFM). Its air speed is rated at 105 MPH. To put it simply, it handles a limited amount of leaves and debris on a small lawn or garden area, suitable for light, occasional clearing.
This model comes with a 40V brushless motor, designed for cordless use and easy maneuvering. This is a bare tool configuration, which means it is supplied without batteries. To function, it requires a 40V Li-ion battery. According to Atlas, using the 57008 battery should allow the blower to run for up to 15 minutes on a full charge.
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 56999 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.
This cordless handheld blower weighs 4.2 lbs and is built for one-handed operation with precise airflow control. When using a 57008 battery, the total weight of the blower reaches around 5.9 lbs.
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The Atlas 56999's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Atlas 56999 compare with handheld leaf blowers of similar voltage (between 36 and 48V).
- At just 4.2 lbs, the Atlas 56999 ranks among the lighter cordless handheld blowers in the 36 to 48V range. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Black+Decker LSW40C is worth a look at just 2.4 lbs the bare tool.
- Exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 105 MPH, which falls on the lower end for battery-operated handheld blowers between 36 and 48V. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Husqvarna 350iB, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 200 MPH.
- With an airflow rating of 550 CFM (cubic feet per minute), the 56999 is unquestionably on the high end among cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. If air volume is important to you, the Husqvarna 350iB, with 800 CFM, could be in your good books.
- Users can anticipate a maximum autonomy of 15 minutes from its battery, suggesting that the 56999's runtime is below average among cordless handheld units. To enjoy the best possible autonomy in this category, you could have a look at the Stihl BGA 200 which offers up to 535 minutes of runtime.
- Runtime alone doesn’t always tell the full story because it depends heavily on battery capacity. Runtime efficiency can give a clearer picture by showing how much work you get per unit of battery power. With its current setup, the Atlas 56999 offers a lower level of runtime efficiency compared to the other compared battery-powered handheld models. If you are focused on getting more use per charge, the Stihl BGA 50 offers the highest runtime efficiency, at 0.8 minutes per Wh.
The bottom line
- Brushless motor
- Cruise control
- Light bare tool weight (4.2 lbs)
- High CFM (550 CFM)
- Low MPH (105 MPH)
- Low autonomy (15 mins)
- Low power efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 550 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 105 MPH |
| Motor type | Brushless |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 40V Li-ion |
| Battery capacity | 2.5Ah (100Wh) |
| Autonomy | 15 mins |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery included | 0 |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Noise rating | 86.8 dB |
| Weight (tool only) | 4.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 90 days |
| UPC | 792363569996 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it. For full technical details on the Atlas 56999, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
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 56999 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
How long does it take a 40 V battery to charge (Asked May 4, 2021)
It depends on the charger. With the standard charger, about 55 mins to reach 90% from 0. With the rapid charger, about 30 mins to reach 90%.
User Reviews
Warranty good only 3 months. Mine quit taking charge after that. Never buy an Atlas product.
Not really impressed with this. It was my first purchase of a leaf blower and i had looked into a black and decker and that was just as bad. I have three trees and it stopped before i really got started with the first tree leaves pile 🙁 Battery is really not worth the stress of this and I called company and they stated that they cant do anything about it. Never again, so last purchase…
Lots of power for the whole 10 minutes the battery lasts. I spent more time waiting for the battery to charge than actually using the blower. Good machine with a HORRIBLE battery.
We loved the ATLAS leaf blower until we found out the battery life is only about 10 minutes. When you`re dealing with lots of leaves most of your day is spent waiting for the battery to charge. If you’re inclined to buy an Atlas 40V leaf blower, figure in the cost of two batteries and then compare prices. I’m guessing there might be a better deal out there!
I don’t like dealing with cords so I thought this ATLAS 40v blower would be a good addition to my outdoor arsenal especially since I had such good luck with a battery operated Black and Decker 20v weed trimmer. Unfortunately, this particular machine does not cut the meat. Save your money!! Battery life is really bad. You’re lucky if you get ten minutes out of a charge. I thought the price was fair and I did use a 20% off Harbor Freight coupon to purchase the blower along with a battery and charger. But the value greatly diminished with the very weak battery and, as a consequence, performance. Based on my experience, I would never buy another ATLAS product. You can live with this one if you buy several expensive batteries and rotate the charging during a job. But if this is the best they can do with a blower, for heavens sake don’t by a mower or anything else they make!!! This one I’m giving away at my next garage sale. I’m still in the market for a decent blower. Thumbs down!!