RedMax HBZ260R - 459 CFM Gas Handheld Blower
The RedMax HBZ260R is a gas-powered handheld leaf blower delivering up to 459 CFM and 157 MPH. It features a 2-stroke 25.4-cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Description
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The RedMax HBZ260R is a gas handheld blower that is mostly aimed at homeowners with a yard that is generally under a quarter acre, where upkeep is light and occasional.
It is rated for a maximum air volume of 459 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and a maximum air speed of 157 miles per hour (MPH). 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.
This gas blower is powered by a 25.4-cc 2-stroke Strato-Charged® engine that requires a 50:1 fuel-to-oil mix. Its tank holds 15.2 fluid ounces, placing it in the average range among handheld blowers.
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 RedMax HBZ260R to match it. On top of that, maintaining the selected speed is effortless, as it also features cruise control.
Weighing 9.5 lbs (dry), the handheld design allows the operator to control airflow with one hand.
The RedMax HBZ260R's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the RedMax HBZ260R compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Weighing only 9.5 lbs, the RedMax HBZ260R is on the lighter side compared with many gas-powered handheld blowers. 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 157 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.
- With an airflow rating of 459 CFM (cubic feet per minute), the HBZ260R is unquestionably on the high end among gas-powered handheld blowers. If air volume is important to you, the Ryobi JET FAN RY25AXB, with 520 CFM, could be in your good books.
Strato-Charged Engine Technology
RedMax's Strato-Charged 2-stroke engines are efficiently designed with just 3 moving parts. This allows them to be up to 20% more fuel-efficient than standard 2-stroke engines, to be 20 to 25% lighter than 4-stroke engines of the same size, and to produce low emissions that meet regulations without the need for a heated, heavy catalytic converter. Offering much less operator fatigue, these engines have a high power to weight ratio and can therefore be classified as high-performance.
The bottom line
- Cruise control
- Strato-Charged® Engine
- Lightweight (9.5 lbs)
- High CFM (459 CFM)
- Decent tank (15.2 fl. oz.)
- Low MPH (157 MPH)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 459 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 157 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 15 N |
| Engine type | 2-stroke Strato-Charged® |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 25.4cc |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.2 fl. oz. |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Cruise control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 105 dB |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Other model numbers | 967089601 |
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 RedMax HBZ260R, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
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 HBZ260R 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.
RedMax also has an extended warranty program (opens in a new tab) for 2-stroke handheld blowers like this one.
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