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 a good match 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 459 cubic feet per minute (CFM) and a maximum air speed of 157 miles per hour (MPH). Practically, this means the blower should handle large amounts of leaves across yards, patios, or driveways while also having enough speed to move damp leaves, acorns, or small twigs.
Equipped with a 25.4-cc 2-stroke Strato-Charged® engine, this blower operates on gasoline mixed at a 50:1 ratio. Its tank holds 15.2 fluid ounces, placing it in the average range among handheld blowers.
Users can fine-tune airflow with the variable speed settings of the HBZ260R, complemented by intuitive cruise control for effortless use.
At 9.5 lbs (dry), the blower’s handheld design lets the operator lift and direct it 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.
- With a weight of just 9.5 lbs, the RedMax HBZ260R sits at the lower end of the scale for gas-powered handheld blowers. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Stihl BG 50 is worth a look at just 7.9 lbs.
- Air expelled from the nozzle of this blower can reach 157 MPH. When compared to others of this type, the HBZ260R has a lower air speed than most 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.
- If air volume is an important feature, the HBZ260R by RedMax will not disappoint. Its airflow maxes out at 459 CFM (cubic feet per minute), which is more powerful than most 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
- 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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