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The RedMax EBZ8560 is a gas-powered backpack leaf blower delivering 1000 CFM at 220 MPH. It features a 2-cycle 75.6 cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
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| Handling | Backpack |
| CFM | Up to 1000 |
| MPH | Up to 220 |
| Blowing Force | 47 N |
| Make | N/A |
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| Engine displacement | 75.6 cc |
| Strokes | 2 |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Throttle position | Hip |
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| Fuel tank | 77.8 fl. oz. |
| Vacuum | No |
| Weight | 25.5 lbs |
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| Noise rating | 106 dB |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| CARB-compliant | Yes |
| Other model numbers | 970499301 |
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Description
Overview of the RedMax EBZ8560
- Power: The EBZ8560, built by RedMax, is a gas-powered leaf blower capable of expelling a maximum air volume of 1000 cubic feet per minute (CFM). Its air speed is rated at 220 MPH.
- Handling: By design, this model isn’t the smallest leaf blower on the market. It’s meant to be carried as a backpack so that the bulk of the unit is out of the way and the user’s hands are free to manipulate the nozzle. Its throttle is hip-mounted, which can make it easier on your right hand if you operate it over an extended period of time. Be aware that, at 25.5 lbs, the RedMax EBZ8560 is on the heavier side for gas-powered backpack blowers.
- Engine: This blower's engine has a displacement specification of 75.6 cc. Being that this is a 2-stroke engine, it must be fuelled using a mix of gas and oil. The proper fuel ratio set by the manufacturer for the EBZ8560 is 50:1.
- Speed Settings: In order to afford more control to the user, this unit has a variable speed control. No matter the size of the job, the user can adjust the airflow of the RedMax EBZ8560 to match.
- Noise: With a decibel rating of 106 dB, the EBZ8560 is neither louder nor quieter than its rivals in the gas-powered backpack category.
- Fuel Tank: It has an average fuel capacity for a backpack blower, with a tank that holds around 77.8 fl. oz of fuel.
The RedMax EBZ8560's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the RedMax EBZ8560 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Its max air speed of 220 MPH places it at the approximate midpoint in comparison to other gas-powered backpack blowers. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Husqvarna 150BT and its 270 MPH could be an option to consider.
- The EBZ8560 is powerful, with an airflow rating of 1000 CFM (cubic feet per minute). This is certainly on the high end compared to other gas-powered backpack blowers. If air volume is important to you, the Shindaiwa EB910RT, with 1110 CFM, could be in your good books.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other gas backpack blowers, the RedMax EBZ8560 is on the expensive side of the price range.
While certainly not the cheapest of its kind, purchasing it could most likely also mean enjoying the reliability of a high-end product.
The bottom line
- High CFM (1000 CFM)
- Decent tank (77.8 fl. oz.)
- Acceptable noise (106 dB)
- Decent MPH (220 MPH)
- On the expensive side
- Quite heavy (25.5 lbs)
About RedMax
RedMax is an established power equipment brand in North America, known for its trimmers, chainsaws and, of course, leaf blowers. Interestingly, the company traces its roots back to Japan, where it was founded in 1910 as the Tokyo Gas Kogyo Company. TGCK went through numerous name changes and settled with the names Komatsu Zenoah (globally) and RedMax/Zenoah (North America), under which they sell their products to this day. The company was acquired by Husqvarna in 2007. RedMax has a somewhat extensive portfolio of more than 10 leaf blowers, both backpack and handheld, and has recently launched a battery powered product line. RedMax products are produced in various plants over the globe, which are not limited to Japan.
Warranty Information
The RedMax EBZ8560 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 RedMax blowers, please consult RedMax's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-487-5951.
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