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
The Atlas 56999 is a cordless handheld blower that is appropriate for homeowners with smaller home areas like patios, walkways, or compact front and back lawns under a quarter acre.
It is rated for a maximum air volume of 550 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and a maximum air speed of 105 miles per hour (MPH). In practice, it can shift small amounts of leaves and light debris on yard sections, patios, or walkways.
Featuring a 40V brushless motor, the unit provides cordless operation, allowing you to operate with great mobility. As this is a bare tool, the blower does not come with any batteries. To function, it requires a 40V Li-ion battery. Atlas states that with the 57008 battery, the blower can run for up to 15 minutes on a single charge.
The Atlas 56999 provides versatile control with customizable airflow via variable speed settings and the convenience of cruise control for prolonged comfort.
Weighing 4.2 lbs, this cordless unit can be guided with one hand to direct airflow where needed. 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).
- When compared to other cordless handheld blowers in the 36 to 48V range, the Atlas 56999 stands out due to its lower weight: just 4.2 lbs. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Black+Decker LSW40C is worth a look at just 2.4 lbs the bare tool.
- The air speed of the Atlas 56999 maxes out at 105 MPH. While more than adequate for many jobs, its air speed is below average among other 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.
- The Atlas 56999 is a powerhouse, boasting an airflow capacity of 550 CFM (Cubic Foot per Minute), firmly establishing itself among the most potent cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. If air volume is important to you, the Ryobi RY40HPLB01K, with 800 CFM, could be in your good books.
- Autonomy-wise, with up to 15 minutes of autonomy on a full charge, the 56999 is on the low end when compared with other cordless handheld units of similar voltage. 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.
- Because larger batteries naturally increase runtime, it can be helpful to consider runtime efficiency, a measure of how effectively a blower uses the energy available. The Atlas 56999 shows relatively low runtime efficiency, providing fewer minutes of operation for each unit of battery power. 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)
- Weak warranty
- 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!!