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Features
- Powerful 414cc Ariens AX414 Engine
- Designed to function in sub-zero conditions
- 120-volt electric start w/recoil (cord not included)
- New Super High-Output Impeller (SHO)
- Faster impeller speeds by way of modified belts and pulleys
- Improved output and throwing distance
- Heavy Duty Disc-O-Matic Drive With Large Cast Iron Gear Case
- Easily shift into any of the six forward or two reverse speeds
- Provides additional power in extreme snow conditions
- New Improved Quick Turn Chute Control
- No more finicky cable adjustment with separate pull back motion
- Rotates up to 200 degrees using single lever
- Remote Chute Deflector Control
- Dash-mounted control to change position & angle of the deflector
- Auto-Turn Steering Technology
- Senses change in direction automatically as you turn
- Adjusts power to the inside wheel to make turning easier
- Handwarmers
- Keeps your fingertips toasty warm in sub-zero weather
- 16" x 4.8" Directional Tread Tires
- Deep lugged tires dig into the snow for added traction
- Provides a stable foundation for you and your blower
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
921051
Engine
Engine Brand
Ariens
Electric Start
Yes
Engine Type
4-Cycle OHV
CC
414 CCs
Starting System
120-Volt Electric /w Recoil
Fuel Tank
0.8 Gallons
Torque
20 lbs
Auger Housing / Chute Control
Stage Type
Two-Stage
Auger Diameter
14 Inches
Impeller Diameter
14 Inches
Profile
Steel 3-Blade
Auger Material
Serrated Steel
Chute Material
Steel
Chute Rotation
Quick-Turn
Turning Radius
200 degrees
Max Throwing Distance
55 Feet
Clearing Width
30 Inches
Intake Height
21 Inches
Drive System
Drive
Disc-O-Matic
Steering
Auto-Turn
Gear Case
Cast Iron
Reverse Speeds
2 Reverse
Tire Type
Directional Snow Tread
Tire Size
16" x 4.8"
Forward Speeds
6 Forward
Options
Drift Cutters
Sold Separately
Front Weights
Sold Separately
Hand Warmers
Yes
Headlights
Yes
Headlight Type
Halogen
Interlocking Controls
Yes
Remote Deflector Controls
Yes
Skid Shoes
Included - Reversible
Overview
Weight
293.8 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
90 Days
Product Length
58.3 Inches
Product Width
32.4 Inches
Product Height
45.9 Inches
Power Type
Gas
UPC
751058040707
Reviews
(63)
Ariens 921051 Reviews & Ratings
Customer Photos and Videos
Customer Rating
4.65
(63 Ratings)
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Only Got To Use This Once So Far, Works So Well
By Michael N.
Bethpage, New York
Purchased 02/02/2021 |
Review Posted 03/24/2021
The blower arrived on time. It's easy to assemble, easy to "steer" and super easy to use. My kids want to take over snow blowing.
Be careful when ordering. My mistake, not Snow Blowers Direct. I wanted EFI and ordered a carburetor model instead. Again, my mistake.
Be careful when ordering. My mistake, not Snow Blowers Direct. I wanted EFI and ordered a carburetor model instead. Again, my mistake.
Michael N. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Easy To Use, Durable, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:
None
Awesome Machine
By Lawrence O.
Rome, New York
Purchased 12/21/2020 |
Review Posted 02/25/2021
Not too difficult to assemble. It throws snow like a beast. I could not be happier with my Ariens.
Lawrence O. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Features, Easy To Use
Excellent Machine--As Advertised
By John R.
Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
Purchased 02/02/2021 |
Review Posted 02/24/2021
It started up for the first time without a problem. We got a big snowstorm the day after our new snowblower arrived, and it performed exceptionally well. Just FYI... some assembly is required. It took me about an hour to put it together. Ariens has an assembly video for this model on YouTube (see below). It was very helpful.
John R. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Easy To Use, Reliable, Fast
Cons:
None
Ariens Platinum 30 SHO, Not Worth The Money
By Matt .
Gorham, Maine
Purchased 12/17/2020 |
Review Posted 02/06/2021
Finally got a snow to test out the new Ariens Platinum 30 SHO. The machine seems well built and definitely has power. I love the shoot control lever. What I hate is the auto turn feature. If you have a perfectly flat driveway I'm sure it works great. If you have any spots/areas of your driveway that are a little uneven it is absolutely terrible.
It will pull the machine to the high side of the pavement, so you are fighting the machine constantly to keep it straight. I bought a pair of ARMOR skids to replace the skid shoes Ariens provides with the machine, and it helps but didn't elevate the problem. Be careful when buying a machine with the auto turn feature!
It will pull the machine to the high side of the pavement, so you are fighting the machine constantly to keep it straight. I bought a pair of ARMOR skids to replace the skid shoes Ariens provides with the machine, and it helps but didn't elevate the problem. Be careful when buying a machine with the auto turn feature!
Matt . Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
3/5
5/5
3/5
2/5
Pros:
High Quality, Reliable
Cons:
Expensive, Auto Turn Feature
This Machine Is A Beast
By Mark W.
Wellsboro, Pennsylvania
Purchased 12/18/2020 |
Review Posted 01/12/2021
I would not expect anything less from Ariens.
Fantastic machine.
Fantastic machine.
Mark W. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Features, Durable, Reliable
Cons:
None
Ariens Platinum 30 SHO
By Brad H.
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Purchased 11/27/2020 |
Review Posted 01/12/2021
This machine was easy to assemble and start. So far, the winter in southwest Michigan has been mild with no large snows so I've only used it once. However, that was on 3 inches of wet slushy snow with an ice crust. The Ariens Platinum threw this wet heavy mixture 20 ft with no problem, no bogging down or clogging -even at a high drive speed. It is extremely easy to maneuver- very similar to a zero-turn mower. The heated handgrips get hot fast too. I'm looking forward to using it on deeper heavier snows, which I'm sure it will take on with no problem!
Brad H. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Features, Durable, Price
Cons:
None
GREAT BLOWER
By Richard W.
Alfred, Maine
Purchased 12/08/2020 |
Review Posted 12/29/2020
Just used it for the first time in a 20 inch storm, and I have to say it went through the banks with no trouble at all. You do have to be careful not to hit things because it does throw the snow 40+ feet. Great blower, but be careful not to hit thing because it does throw the snow 40+ feet. Great blower my driveway & sidewalks.
Richard W. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Id Buy It Again, Exceeded Expectations, Price
Cons:
None
Poor quality, high price.
By Chris F.
Leesburg, Virginia
Purchased 11/03/2016 |
Review Posted 12/17/2020
service and delivery were excellent. The product on the other hand, left much to be desired. The installation instructions weren't great but we were able to work through them. The cable to turn the thrower broke immediately and was promptly replaced. The unit smoked and sputtered the first time, but was able to make it through eventually. The handgrips were a nice feature but didn't get very warm.
We tried to use it during the next snowstorm, but it wouldn't start. After messing with it for an hour or two, we decided to just shovel the walkways and let everything else melt.
The time after that, I got it started after about an hour, give or take, and it did pretty well. Less sputtering than the first time.
Today, I spent about 3 hours trying to get it running. It will fire then die after a second or two.
To summarize, we paid $2000 for something we were able to use twice, and our options are either pay to have it repaired, or leave it in the corner to collect dust. Dust aside, it's still clean enough to eat off of.
We tried to use it during the next snowstorm, but it wouldn't start. After messing with it for an hour or two, we decided to just shovel the walkways and let everything else melt.
The time after that, I got it started after about an hour, give or take, and it did pretty well. Less sputtering than the first time.
Today, I spent about 3 hours trying to get it running. It will fire then die after a second or two.
To summarize, we paid $2000 for something we were able to use twice, and our options are either pay to have it repaired, or leave it in the corner to collect dust. Dust aside, it's still clean enough to eat off of.
Chris F. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Good morning Chris,
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback and we can certainly understand your aggravation. We appreciate the kind words about our company. However, if you ever need parts or help troubleshooting your product please give us a call. We appreciate your business very much and if you have questions or there is anything we can help with in regards to your warranty redemption, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly.
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback and we can certainly understand your aggravation. We appreciate the kind words about our company. However, if you ever need parts or help troubleshooting your product please give us a call. We appreciate your business very much and if you have questions or there is anything we can help with in regards to your warranty redemption, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
4/5
1/5
2/5
1/5
Cons:
Bad Instructions, Expensive, Low Quality, Unreliable
Obviously High Quality & Design
By Greg W.
Monument, Colorado
Purchased 10/27/2020 |
Review Posted 11/23/2020
The snowblower arrived several days late because of Old Dominion shipping errors. Once here, it was packaged very well and easy to assemble.
What caught my attention in the operating instructions was that they recommend a 'high altitude' engine kit for anything above 5000 ft. I live at 7300 feet in Colorado. After talking with the sales department, they don't ship anything but 'low altitude' snow blowers. They also don't sell 'high altitude' kits. And there is nothing on their web pages to indicate that a kit is recommended for altitudes above 5000 ft. They were very helpful in giving me the Ariens factory phone number. The factory is shipping me a kit for less than $20.
However, I think that the website should identify that the Ariens factory recommends a high altitude kit above 5000 ft. It would also be nice if SBD sold snowblowers with the kit already installed, or at least provided the kit in the ordering process. Since most of Colorado is above 5000 ft, any snow blowers shipped to our ZIP codes should come with the appropriate altitude kit.
What caught my attention in the operating instructions was that they recommend a 'high altitude' engine kit for anything above 5000 ft. I live at 7300 feet in Colorado. After talking with the sales department, they don't ship anything but 'low altitude' snow blowers. They also don't sell 'high altitude' kits. And there is nothing on their web pages to indicate that a kit is recommended for altitudes above 5000 ft. They were very helpful in giving me the Ariens factory phone number. The factory is shipping me a kit for less than $20.
However, I think that the website should identify that the Ariens factory recommends a high altitude kit above 5000 ft. It would also be nice if SBD sold snowblowers with the kit already installed, or at least provided the kit in the ordering process. Since most of Colorado is above 5000 ft, any snow blowers shipped to our ZIP codes should come with the appropriate altitude kit.
Greg W. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
High Quality, Features
Cons:
Expensive, High Altitude Kit Required
Great Machine & Throws Snow Like Crazy
By Jim G.
Golden, Colorado
Purchased 11/30/2019 |
Review Posted 02/08/2020
This is the fourth snow blower I have owned. This is by far the best and most powerful. It throws snow as described, and the performance is amazing. Nothing slows it down. If you're looking for a powerful machine and a wide clearing path you won’t be disappointed. I live in the far west suburb of Denver against the foothills, and we get some hefty snowstorms. It’s worth spending a little more to get this machine.
Jim G. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Id Buy It Again
Cons:
None
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