Re: Front mounted snow blower for craftsman 5000---27 HP tractor Reply #3 Jun 25, 2007 10:00 am
I do a lot of short driveways so maneuverability and speed are high on my list of "must haves". The only other thing that occurs to me is that a tractor based unit is fairly long so it won't turn on a dime. That could be a problem if you want to clear right up to a closed garage door. Other than that and given the 5' EOD it sounds like it would be a good fit. 27HP also sounds like you wouldn't be hurting for power.
I'm surprised there aren't more comments in this thread. Perhaps there are some garden tractor forums around that might garner more comments.
NOTE: I've never used a tractor based unit. The last one I saw running was throwing the 12-14" fluffy snow a good distance.