Features and range of DDE snow blowers

The Chinese company DDE, which was originally American, is now in great demand among Russian buyers. Previously, she supplied equipment for special purposes, then retrained and began to produce devices to facilitate the maintenance of a personal plot. Snow removal equipment is no exception.

The range currently includes 6 current DDE snowblowers. Some models, although popular, are no longer in production (like the ST6556L).

The ST6560L snow blower is the base model in the DDE brand line of snow blowers. It is suitable for cleaning confined spaces - their area should not be more than 300 square meters. The model does an excellent job of clearing narrow paths and small spaces. The DDE ST6560L is manoeuvrable and easy to operate, which means it takes little time to clear the site.

The gasoline internal combustion engine of the apparatus has a capacity of 6.5 liters. with. Not to say that the power is great, but it is better than clearing snow manually with a shovel. Self-propelled snow blower. There are several gears - 3 forward and 1 reverse.

Among the advantages, it is also worth noting the low weight of the device, which is about 50 kg. The width of the snow grip is 61 cm - this is quite enough for cleaning a small area. The device is equipped with a snow thrower, the maximum throwing distance of which is 11 m. The wheels are wide, and maneuverability is largely achieved thanks to them.

Reviews about this model are mostly positive. Users note its maneuverability and ease of use. Those who have used a simple snow shovel before are absolutely delighted. Most often, they noted excellent value for money, good grip, unpretentious operation.

There are also disadvantages, the main of which is the lack of a headlight. There are three options: cleaning in the daytime, plugging in the headlights, or using a headlamp.

The ST6561L model is more modern and suitable for the maintenance of larger areas. It differs from the previous one primarily in the number of gears. If the ST6560L has only 4 of them, then the ST6561L has as many as 7: 2 rear and 5 front.

The kit includes detailed assembly instructions, supplemented with illustrations to make it clearer. In it you will find answers to all questions that may arise: how to tighten the belt, what should be its optimal tension, where to install the ejector chute, how to fill the device and how to change the engine oil. And also there is a detailed section about the completeness of the device, which lists all the spare parts.

The reviews are contradictory. On the one hand, users note a good price and ease of use. On the other hand, they indicate an insufficient throw range. But they also notice that difficulties arise when clearing packed snow. Users are advised to look for more powerful options for cleaning a large area.

This model is a slightly improved analogue of the DDE ST6561L. If the previous two snowblowers were equipped only with a manual starter, then this one, in addition to a manual one, also has an electric one, which operates from a 220 V.Otherwise, the characteristics do not differ.

Even people who don't get along well with technology are able to figure it out. Excellent performance in terms of the range of the snow thrower - the declared 11 m - are observed. The unit copes well with stuck snow over large areas.

As for the downsides, there are a few sticky points.

• Before the first use, you need to additionally check how well the bolts, belts and cables are tightened. There were cases when the belts fell off, and the bolts in the process of work unscrewed and flew out.
• After each use, it is necessary to clear the snow blower from melted snow, otherwise the snow thrower will turn badly - it will freeze. It is better, in general, not to store the device outdoors.

The new device with an increased width of the snow grip - here it is 71.1 cm. The engine power is also higher - 9 hp. with. It can be started both from a manual starter and from an electric one, powered by a 220 V network. There are 8 gears: 2 rear and 6 forward. Despite the fact that there is more power, less gasoline is required - the volume of the tank here is 3.5 liters versus 3.6 liters in previous models.

Among other enhancements, the ST9071LE has heated handles for even more comfortable handling. And also the developer finally supplies the model with a headlight, which makes it possible to work with it at any time of the day.

A serious disadvantage of this model is its cost. On the official website of the company ST9071LE costs 65,900 rubles - more than 2 times more expensive than the base model ST6560L. It is unlikely that people are willing to overpay so much for heated grips and headlights. However, such a high price can be justified by the presence of mechanical adjustment of the position of the discharge chute - this greatly facilitates the work.

The ST1176LE snow blower differs from other models in that its snow coverage is 74.4 cm, so it is perfect for cleaning large areas. It can be not only a personal plot, but also a road to it, for example. Engine power is 11 hp. with. This indicates the ability to work with wet, packed or trampled snow. There are 8 gears: 2 reverse and 6 forward. The declared throw distance is 15 m.

During operation, the machine heats up, which is why the snow that has fallen on the body melts. If the snow blower is left in the cold, the melted snow will freeze again, and in the future there will be difficulties with the operation of the pivot mechanism for the snow thrower.

The plug for connecting to the mains can be stowed away in a special compartment protected by a waterproof cover. This is intended to protect the power cord from possible mechanical damage, moisture and other troubles.

The ST1176LE snow blower is the latest in a line of wheeled models.

The ST1387LET tracked snow blower is more professional than domestic. It has an increased snow capture width - 86.8 cm. Maximum engine power - 13 hp. with., throwing distance - 15 m. The unit is perfect for snow removal in those areas where the snow layer is large - 25 cm and above. Copes with both fresh snow and stale or wet snow.

It can be started with both a manual starter and an electronic one. Powered by a 220 V electrical network. The track wheels make it possible to maneuver in the presence of a deep layer of snow: where a snow blower on wheels would not have passed, the tracked model copes without difficulty. And there is also a heated grip and a headlight for working in the dark.

Among the shortcomings, only the cost of the product can be noted. The official website lists the price of 98,900 rubles. Not everyone can afford such a car. And it can justify itself only in cases of extremely heavy snowfall in extremely large areas.Owner reviews indicate that, in general, such power is excessive.

Be sure to tighten all nuts and bolts on the product, especially those on top. Of course, finding fittings of the same size will not be difficult, but there is nothing better than factory parts.

This does not apply to spark plugs. If possible, replace them immediately with an analogue made by another company. Chinese candles from DDE are not of the highest quality and fail almost immediately.

Most often, problems arise with the gear of the reducer. You can purchase the required part on third-party sites.

If you have purchased a snow blower with a Chinese plug, use an ordinary adapter-adapter - it will work great, since the power of the devices is not so great.

You can see the DDE snow blower in action in the following video.