The Shindaiwa EB262 is a gas-powered handheld leaf blower delivering 456 CFM at 172 MPH. It features a 2-cycle 25.4cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
Type | Gas-Powered |
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Handling | Handheld |
CFM | Up to 456 |
MPH | Up to 172 |
Blowing Force | 15.8 N |
Make | N/A |
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Engine displacement | 25.4cc |
Strokes | 2 |
Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
Speed settings | Variable |
Cruise control | Yes |
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Fuel tank | 20.3 fl. oz. |
Vacuum | No |
Weight | 9.8 lbs |
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Noise rating | 70 dB |
Warranty | 5 years |
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Description
Overview of the Shindaiwa EB262
- Power: The Shindaiwa EB262 is a gas-powered leaf blower. It sports a max air speed of 172 MPH and a max air volume rating of 456 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 Shindaiwa EB262 weighs 9.8 lbs, placing it within the average weight range for gas-powered handheld blowers, neither the lightest nor the heaviest in its category.
- Engine: This blower's engine has a displacement specification of 25.4cc. Please note that, because the Shindaiwa EB262's engine is a 2-cycle one, it runs on a mixture of oil and gasoline. According to Shindaiwa, the proper fuel mixture ratio for this blower is 50:1.
- Speed Settings: The Shindaiwa EB262 offers customizable airflow through its variable speed settings, along with integrated cruise control for convenient operation.
- Noise: At 70 dB, the noise produced by the EB262 is in line with what you'd expect from other gas-powered handheld blowers.
- Fuel Tank: With a capacity of 20.3 fl. oz., this Shindaiwa blower is average compared to other gas handheld blowers.
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The Shindaiwa EB262's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Shindaiwa EB262 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Upon exiting the nozzle, the air can reach speeds of up to 172 MPH, which is within the expected range for 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.
- Shindaiwa EB262 boasts an impressive airflow, reaching 456 CFM (Cubic Foot per Minute), positioning it amongst the most powerful 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.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas handheld blowers, the Shindaiwa EB262 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
- Cruise control
- 5 year (limited) warranty
- High CFM (456 CFM)
- Decent weight (9.8 lbs)
- Decent tank (20.3 fl. oz.)
- Acceptable noise (70 dB)
- Decent MPH (172 MPH)
- On the expensive side
About Shindaiwa
Since the 50s, Shindaiwa Incorporated has been a major player on the outdoor power equipment market. The company launched its first product, the "Hurricane", an electric chainsaw, back in 1955 in Japan. Nowadays, they are headquarted in Lake Zurich, IL. However, they remain closely tied to their homeland, since they now belong to ECHO Incorporated, a subsidiary of the Yamabiko corporation. Shindaiwa manufactures its products both in Japan, in Yokosuka, Morioka, and Hiroshima, and also in other plants around the globe, in Shenzhen, China, and Lake Zurich, IL.
Warranty Information
The Shindaiwa EB262 is covered under a warranty for up to 5 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Shindaiwa blowers, please consult Shindaiwa's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-877-9-TORQUE (1-877-986-7783).
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