Vehicle Comparisons
Honda Snowblowers: How to Choose the Right Model
By the Groupe Contant Team · Published November 12, 2026
Quick Answer
Which Honda snowblower should I choose?
Start with the clearing width: Honda's two-stage snowblowers go from 55 cm (HSS622) to 92 cm (HSM1336i). Then choose wheels or tracks, and the CT version (recoil start) or CTD (12 V electric start). For a small area and light snow, the single-stage HS720 is the lightest in the lineup.
Honda names its snowblowers by width: the 724 in HSS724 means 24 inches. The letters at the end tell the rest: CT for tracks, CW for wheels, D for electric start.
This guide compares the lineup using Honda Canada's specifications, to help you choose before you visit a branch.
The Honda Lineup at a Glance
| Model | Width | Type | Drive | Electric start | Throw distance | Dry weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS720C / HS720CS | 50.8 cm (20 in) | Single-stage | Wheels, auger-assisted | HS720CS only (120 V) | 10 m | 40 to 42 kg |
| HSS622CTD | 55 cm (22 in) | Two-stage | Tracks, gear transmission | Standard (12 V) | 14 m | 75 kg |
| HSS724CT / CTD | 60.5 cm (24 in) | Two-stage | Tracks, hydrostatic | CTD only (12 V) | 15 m | 105 kg / 115 kg |
| HSS928CW | 71 cm (28 in) | Two-stage | Wheels, hydrostatic | No | 16 m | 105 kg |
| HSS928CT / CTD | 71 cm (28 in) | Two-stage | Tracks, hydrostatic | CTD only (12 V) | 16 m | 120 kg / 125 kg |
| HSS1332CT / CTD | 81 cm (32 in) | Two-stage | Tracks, hydrostatic | CTD only (12 V) | 17 m | 125 kg / 135 kg |
| HSM1336i CTD | 92 cm (36 in) | Two-stage, hybrid | Tracks, 24 V electric motors | Standard (24 V) | 19 m | 240 kg |
Single-Stage or Two-Stage
On the single-stage HS720, the auger picks up the snow and throws it, and it also helps move the machine forward. Its housing is 30 cm tall and it throws snow 10 m: it suits small areas and light snow.
Every HSS and the HSM is two-stage: the auger feeds the snow to an impeller that throws it. Their housing is 42 cm (HSS622) or 55 cm and up, and they throw snow 14 to 19 m depending on the model. That's the type to look at for a long driveway or the snowbank the plow leaves behind.
Wheels or Tracks
The HSS928 comes in both versions, which makes the comparison easy: the CW on wheels weighs 105 kg, the CT on tracks 120 kg. Tracks give more grip on a sloped or icy driveway; wheels make the machine lighter to handle.
Except for the HSS622 (gear transmission, 2 forward speeds and 1 reverse), the HSS models have an infinitely variable hydrostatic transmission: you set the speed without steps.
CT or CTD: The Difference
The CTD adds a battery-powered 12 V electric starter; the CT starts with the pull cord only. According to Honda, the CT's electric chute control works without a battery, while the CTD's uses the battery. The CTD is also slightly heavier, by about 10 kg.
Choosing the Width
- The wider the snowblower, the fewer passes it takes to clear the same area.
- Think about storage: an HSS1332 is 81 cm wide, the HSM1336i 92 cm and 240 kg.
- The biggest isn't always best: a heavier machine needs more room to turn and is harder to store.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the clearing width: Honda's two-stage snowblowers go from 55 cm (HSS622) to 92 cm (HSM1336i). Then choose wheels or tracks, and the CT version (recoil start) or CTD (12 V electric start). For a small area and light snow, the single-stage HS720 is the lightest in the lineup.
According to Honda Canada, 36 months for non-commercial use on the HSS and HSM models, and 24 months on the HS720CS.
Our Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts and Vaudreuil-Dorion branches sell Honda products. See the snowblowers in inventory and current promotions.
Honda recommends regular unleaded gasoline and SAE 5W30 oil, API SJ or later, for the engine. The owner's manual gives the details for your model.
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See the Honda snowblowers in inventory at our Sainte-Agathe and Vaudreuil branches.