The Toro 51988 is a 3-in-1 blower/vacuum/mulcher delivering 450 CFM at 150 MPH. It features a 2-cycle 25.4cc engine. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| CFM | Up to 450 |
| MPH | Up to 150 |
| Blowing Force | N/A |
| Make | N/A |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 25.4cc |
| Strokes | 2 |
| Fuel/oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Cruise control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 18 fl. oz. |
| Vacuum | Yes |
| Mulcher | Yes |
| Mulching ratio | 10:1 |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Noise rating | 77 dB |
| Warranty | 4 years |
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Description
Overview of the Toro 51988
The Toro 51988
- Power: The 51988, built by Toro, is a gas-powered leaf blower capable of expelling a maximum air volume of 450 cubic feet per minute (CFM). Its air speed is rated at 150 MPH.
- 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. Compared to its counterparts, the Toro 51988 stands out as a lighter option within the gas-powered handheld category, weighing only 9.5 lbs.
- Engine: The engine boasts a displacement of 25.4cc. 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 51988 is 50:1.
- Speed Settings: There are times when you only need a little more power, while other times you will want a bit more precision when clearing leaves and debris. For this purpose, the 51988 offers variable speed settings, adding you, the user, more control, and a cruise control mode, which will allow you to maintain it comfortably for as long as you wish.
- Vacuum: For those who really want to make leaves disappear, the 51988 has a handy 'blower vac' feature (the keyword here being 'vac', aka 'vacuum'). It allows the operator to collect leaves and light debris in a collection bag to be easily discarded after the job is finished (bag included).
- Mulching: With its mulching ratio rated at 10:1, this mulcher excels at transforming 10 bags of foliage and debris into a single bag of mulch.
- Noise: The 51988's noise level is rated at 77 dB, which is standard for gas-powered handheld blowers.
- Fuel Tank: Its fuel tank holds 18 fl. oz., a common capacity seen in gas-powered handheld blowers.
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The Toro 51988's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Toro 51988 compare with similar leaf blowers.
- Maxing out at 150 MPH at full power, this blower is on the lower end in terms of air speed for gas-powered handheld blowers. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Craftsman BV2500, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 250 MPH.
- If air volume is an important feature, the 51988 by Toro will not disappoint. Its airflow maxes out at 450 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.
The bottom line
- Lightweight (9.5 lbs)
- Cruise control
- Leaf collection bag included
- High CFM (450 CFM)
- Decent tank (18 fl. oz.)
- Acceptable noise (77 dB)
- Low MPH (150 MPH)
About Toro
Toro is an American company based out of Bloomington Minneapolis that strives to “enrich the beauty, productivity, and sustainability of the land.” Founded in 1914, the company now offers its products in 125 countries. Toro’s products include lawn, garden, irrigation, snow management, and related equipment for household and professional maintenance applications alike.
Warranty Information
The Toro 51988 is covered under a warranty for up to 4 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Toro blowers, please contact the Toro Customer Support: 1-888-384-9939.
Works good as a blower. But the vacuum attachment really sucks. The biggest complaint I have is the vacuum tube, you really need 3 hands to do this. You have to depress this unknown tab cause it doesn’t say it in the manual, depress it and then twist it counterclockwise. It’s really hard and it’s not the best. But other than that, they should have sold it as a blower and not a vacuum.