Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

I am looking into a Poulan (not Poulan Pro.. if there is a difference) PO5524ES.  Does anybody have comments on this machine?  I like the fact that its all metal, and has a remote chute control.   My driveway if 28ft * 25ft, is this strong enough?  I live in Montreal, Canada.

My other option is the compact Ariens, 624.  Both are the same price.

Thanks.

Whether or not it's strong enough depends on how fast you want the job done. According to snowfall data from NOAA Montreal gets less snow than northern New England despite geographical proximity due to its lower altitude but the snow you get is often wet, heavy and prone to flash-freeze because snowfall is often followed by either rain or cold snaps. Normally this would call for a heavy-duty and preferably tracked machine but I doubt such a short driveway as yours warrants the investment, the Ariens 624 -with chained tires- should do ok, the Poulan would be challenged. However get the next size up if you need to throw the snow more than 15-20 feet.