Homelite UT26HBV - 400 CFM Gas Handheld Blower Vac
The Homelite UT26HBV is a 3-in-1 blower/vacuum/mulcher delivering up to 400 CFM and 150 MPH. It features a 2-stroke 26-cc engine. (Read full specs)
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The Homelite UT26HBV
The Homelite UT26HBV is a gas handheld blower that is appropriate for homeowners with a patio or small yard that does not require frequent or large-scale cleanup.
It sports a max air speed of 150 MPH and a max air volume rating of 400 cubic feet per minute (CFM). For the user, this translates into a blower that should move leaves effectively across lawn sections and hard surfaces, while also being capable of shifting compacted leaves or light yard debris like twigs.
The UT26HBV features a 26-cc 2-stroke engine and runs on a 50:1 fuel-to-oil mixture. Its tank holds 14.3 fluid ounces, placing it in the average range among handheld blowers.
The Homelite UT26HBV offers customizable airflow through its variable speed settings, along with integrated cruise control for convenient operation.
This blower weighs 9.5 lbs (dry) and its handheld form makes one-handed operation straightforward.
Beyond blowing, the UT26HBV can switch to vacuum mode, making leaf cleanup easier by depositing leaves into a convenient bag (bag included). Building on its vacuum capability, this unit’s mulching ratio of 12:1 can shrink 12 bags of leaves down to a single bag of mulch as they are vacuumed. The unit uses a plastic impeller.
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The Homelite UT26HBV's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Homelite UT26HBV compare with similar leaf blowers.
- When compared to other gas-powered handheld blowers, the Homelite UT26HBV stands out due to its lower weight: just 9.5 lbs. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Stihl BG 50 is worth a look at just 7.9 lbs.
- Upon exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 150 MPH, which is on the lower end for gas-powered handheld blowers. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Poulan Pro PPBV25, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 230 MPH.
- The Homelite UT26HBV delivers air at a rate of 400 CFM (cubic feet per minute), placing it towards the bottom of the range for 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.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other blower vacs, the Homelite UT26HBV 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
- Cruise control
- Leaf collection bag included
- Lightweight (9.5 lbs)
- Decent tank (14.3 fl. oz.)
- Plastic impeller
- Low CFM (400 CFM)
- Low MPH (150 MPH)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
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| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 400 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 150 MPH |
| Engine type | 2-stroke |
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| Engine displacement | 26cc |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 fl. oz. |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Cruise control | Yes |
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| Noise rating | 75 dB |
| Vacuum | Yes |
| Mulcher | Yes, plastic impeller |
| Mulching ratio | 12:1 |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs |
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| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 046396014696 |
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 Homelite UT26HBV, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
About Homelite
The Homelite Corporation, shortly known as Homelite, is an American power equipment manufacturer, most well known for its iconic, red chainsaws. Homelite Corp. was founded back in 1921 as the Home Electric Lighting Company, and produced almost exclusively portable generators, which aided both civilians and the troops. Postwar, the company expanded with the invention of the first modern chainsaw, of which they were and quite possibly still are the largest manufacturers. However, Homelite manufactures other power tools as well, including leaf blowers. The company is nowadays a subsidiary of Techtronic, under which it has shifted its portfolio to include almost exclusively lawn equipment. Homelite products are reported to be manufactured mainly in China.
Warranty Information
The Homelite UT26HBV is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Homelite blowers, please consult Homelite's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-242-4672.
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User Reviews
Bought it back in 2018. Good power. We live in a area that is humid and leafy and this blower is the one to beat for cleaning up.
Picked up a 2017 UT26HBV from a garage sale for $10.00. The guy said it didn’t run. I have fixed things for a long time. The trick to get this model to run properly is all in the carb. design. Got a new carb. from Ebay for $14.00. It ran no better and wouldn’t start. Hang on will explain. New carb. advantages are, a one way valve in the inside of the gas bulb, (only allows fuel to the carb. dose not allow fuel to inject directly into the engine, a flaw within the old carb. causing flooding). Cams on the back side of the throttle and choke shafts work great! When the chock is in the full position the cams open the throttle slightly. Works great for cold starts by idling up the RPM’s. After starting and idling for a few seconds just pull the throttle trigger and the choke opens all of the way automatically. The #1 fix is to swap the choke butterfly flapper valves!! The new carb.’s plate has too big of an air slot thereby not restricting enough air. The old carb’s plate is perfect with a small hole allowing a richer air/fuel mixture. The plates do not exchange without some drilling for the new plate is held on with a center screw and the old carb. plate has three tabs to lock the plate to the choke shaft. Drill the old plate and with the screw from the new carb. apply the old plate to the new carb. 3rd. pull on full choke starts every time! Now an awesome machine!
this blower is a POS. Only two years old. It never starts I wasted so much time and energy trying to start it I finally threw it out and I’m shopping for a new one but I definetly WON’T but another Homelite.
Bought 2. They both quit running at the same time. One is 1 year old. The 2nd is 45 days old. I’ve had Homelite for 30 years but DO NOT buy any leaf blower From them. You will spend more $ in repairs than buying a better Product. I will definitely spend more and buy a reliable product. These are JUNK!