The Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF is a 3-in-1 blower/vacuum/mulcher delivering 393 CFM at 180 MPH. It features a 2-cycle 25cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| CFM | Up to 393 |
| MPH | Up to 180 |
| Blowing Force | N/A |
| Make | N/A |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 25cc |
| Strokes | 2 |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Cruise control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 20.3 fl. oz. |
| Vacuum | Yes |
| Mulcher | Yes |
| Mulching ratio | 14:1 |
| Weight | 10.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 81 dB |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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Description
Overview of the Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF
- Power: The Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF is a gas-powered leaf blower. It sports a max air speed of 180 MPH and a max air volume rating of 393 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
- Handling: Ideal for those seeking a compact and portable leaf blower, this model provides ease of handling and use, making it a convenient choice for any task. The Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF weighs 10.9 lbs, placing it within the average weight range for gas-powered handheld blowers, neither the lightest nor the heaviest in its category.
- Engine: The engine boasts a displacement of 25cc. As you may or may not know, 2-stroke engines require a mixture of gasoline and oil in order to keep all the moving parts lubricated while fuelling the engine’s internal combustion. The fuel/oil ratio recommended by Hitachi for the Tanaka THB-260PF is 50:1.
- Speed Settings: To provide more control over their job to the user, the unit has a variable speed control setting. No matter the size of the job, the user can adjust the airflow of the Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF to match it. On top of that, maintaining the selected speed is effortless, as it also features cruise control.
- Vacuum: Not just a blower, the Tanaka THB-260PF offers the convenience of a built-in vacuum feature, allowing users to tidy up their outdoor spaces by effortlessly collecting leaves and debris into an attached bag (THV-260 (opens in a new tab) bag not included).
- Mulching: With a mulching ratio of 14:1, this mulcher can reliably pulp 14 bags of waste (such as leaves and other debris) into 1 bag of mulch.
- Noise: Its noise level of 81 dB falls within the expected range for gas-powered handheld blowers.
- Fuel Tank: With a tank capacity of 20.3 fl. oz., the Hitachi blower falls within the usual range for gas handheld blowers.
The Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Its maximum air speed of 180 MPH positions it solidly in the middle when compared to other gas-powered handheld blowers. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Craftsman BV2500 and its 250 MPH could be an option to consider.
- Its max air volume rating (393 cubic feet per minute) means it is really not the biggest air producer of gas-powered handheld blowers. For the highest air volume, you may want to have a look at the Ryobi JET FAN RY25AXB, which boasts with 520 CFM.
The bottom line
- Cruise control
- Decent weight (10.9 lbs)
- Decent tank (20.3 fl. oz.)
- Acceptable noise (81 dB)
- Decent MPH (180 MPH)
- Leaf collection bag not included
- Low CFM (393 CFM)
About Hitachi
Founded by Namihei Odaira in 1910, Hitachi operates business segments spanning the gamut from construction & outdoor products to information & telecommunication systems. Aside from its various other product lines and services, Hitachi has established itself as a trusted name in the lawn and landscape maintenance manufacturing industry. Hitachi recently aquired the German company Metabo and is progressively rebranding to Metabo HPT (Hitachi Power Tools).
Warranty Information
The Hitachi Tanaka THB-260PF is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Hitachi blowers, please consult Hitachi's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-706-7337.
