Toro Power Max HD 928 OAE 28 in. 265 cc Two-Stage Gas Snow Blower with Electric Start and Triggerless Steering and Headlight
Toro 28 inch Gas Self-Propelled Two Stage Snow Blower. Heavy-duty all-steel construction. Electric Start simple and easy to use with push button start.
When the snow gets serious, counter Mother Nature’s punches with the Power Max HD 928 OAE with 265cc Toro Premium 4-cycle OHV engine. Move even the deepest snow quickly with a 28 in. clearing width and 21 in. intake height and throw it up to 45 ft. The innovative Quick Stick control allows you to quickly and easily change chute direction and chute deflector with a single, smooth motion. Convenient 1-hand operation levers allow single-handed operation, freeing the other hand to change speeds or the chute control without stopping. This self-propelled machine has automatic steering for easy turning, and LED headlights are standard. Shear pins are a thing of the past thanks to the exclusive Anti-Clogging System that meters snow intake to prevent clogging and maximize clearing efficiency. The blower is also equipped with a commercial grade auger gearbox. If the auger hits hard material, the engine will purposely stall to prevent damage. Ideal for concrete, asphalt and gravel surfaces. And with Toro’s 3-year limited warranty and 1-year commercial warranty you can rest easy knowing that you’re prepared for anything winter has in store. Count on it.
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California residents
- Power up; you’ll enjoy years of optimal performance and dependable use with the 265cc Toro premium 4-cycle OHV engine
- Tight spaces; place the snow with greater precision, such as right next to your fence line, or throw the distance with a double deflector
- Triggerless Steering. No triggers to pull or levers to break! A simpler way to effortlessly steer. Turn the machine and the wheel intelligently disengages to assist you through the turn
- Self propelled; quickly and easily cut through snow with total speed control, 6 speeds forward and 2 speeds reverse
- Chute control. quickly change the chute and deflector direction with a single, smooth motion thanks to the Quick Stick chute control
- Stay the course; minimizes clogging and routes heavy snow away from chute and back into the auger with Toro’s patented anti-clogging System
- Don’t stop; no shear pins needed so none to break and replace in the cold with Toro’s hardened gears and commercial-grade auger gearbox
- Night vision; your visibility will never be clearer with the LED headlight
- Built to last; you’ll enjoy years of heavy-duty use with all-steel construction
- Right fit for you; ideal for extra-large driveways that can hold 10 or more cars and 9 in.-20 in. of snow.
- We’ve got you covered; Toro stands behind this product with a 3-year limited warranty (residential only) and 1-year commercial warranty
- Easy start; simply push the button and you’re ready to snow blow with electric start
- Tested and trusted; choose with confidence, knowing millions of people worldwide count on Toro snow blowers
- For best starting results use non-ethanol fuel with an octane rating of 87 or higher; use fresh fuel less than 30 days old, add fuel stabilizer to reduce starting problems; do not mix oil with gas
- Based on average Traqline unit share for snow blower market from 2013 – March 2020
Additional information
| Assembled Depth x Height x Width (in.) | 62 x 44.5 x 29.5 |
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| Auger Diameter (in.) | 14 |
| Clearing Width (In.) | 28 |
| Ideal Snow Depth (In.) | 21 |
| Impeller Diameter (in.) | 14 |
| Intake Height (in.) | 21 |
| Tire Height (in.) | 16 |
| Tire Width (in.) | 4.5 |
Year 265 (CCLXV) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display the full calendar) of the Julian calendar. At the time, it was known as the Year of the Consulship of Valerianus and Lucillus (or, less frequently, year 1018 Ab urbe condita). The denomination 265 for this year has been used since the early medieval period, when the Anno Domini calendar era became the prevalent method in Europe for naming years.
Year 928 (CMXXVIII) was a leap year starting on Tuesday (link will display the full calendar) of the Julian calendar.
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by Mike
I wasn’t sure about a snow blower with a gravel driveway, but with the shoes all the way down, it’s like a snow machine! It cuts right through deep wet lake-effect snow! I’m very impressed with the build quality, the engine power, the throwing distance, the LED headlight, and the ease-of-use. I couldn’t say enough great things about this machine. I actually look forward to the next snow storm. Bring it on!
by Jay
I purchased this model to replace my 25 year old Toro 828 for our New England winters. Light and fluffy or heavy and wet snow, even slush have not been a problem for this machine. The engine is strong and starts on the first or second pull. I have not had any issues with clogging like with my old snow blower. The power assisted steering is probably my favorite feature. Tight turns and turning around are no longer an issue. The LED light is bright and the location make it very useable when the sun goes down and the work is not done yet. My driveway is mostly paved but I do have a part that is gravel. It was important for me to not have to deal with shear pins in case I happened to suck up something by mistake. All being said, I am very happy with my new Toro Power Max HD 928. Home Depot assembled it for me and had it ready to go when I arrived. As you can tell, I would recommend this snow blower.
by John
So far so good. Had the P Max about a month now and encountered 3 storms here in Minnesota. 1st storm was a good test of wet snow and the ability to chuck that stuff yards away. Storm today was light and fluffy and that was launched into the sky and is last seen heading west. All kidding aside starts good and fires up with electric start. Love the stick shift for moving the chute to chuck snow in all directions. The reality that hit me today is that my wife probably could not operate the controls effectively. Needs your “head” in the game using the shifter and auger control as you navigate curves and inclines. That is ok with me as I am safety conscious. A test of my happiness will be the long term reliability of this machine. My last snow blower was a 8 HP MTD and was still going at 14 years. I wanted more horsepower and that is why I got this one.. The user directions require an oil change after the first 5 hrs of use. Based on that I would recommend getting the maintenance kit up front like I did. That way you also may get another year on the warranty.
by Andrew
It’s early in the 2020/2021 season but 1st 10” snow fall the Toro Power Max 828 worked great. I only wish it had heated hand grips.
by Comb
First time using it in 2 inches of snow can’t wait until a snowstorm -:) works great no complaints, It’s a kick A$$ machine. Mike from Macomb, Michigan.
by Joe
I do most of our snow removal with my Kioti 2610 tractor. I sold my Honda track drive last summer as it was hard to make paths and use on our gravel drive with the Track Drive. I bought my Honda in 1993 to clear snow off of flat commercial roofs, so snow removal on our property wasn’t our intended purpose. I decided it was time to get a wheel driven snow blower. The Toro 828 HD is over 300lbs and munches though the packed snow very well. Build quality is very good. Everything came boxed up from Home Depot and assembly was straight forward. I did have to adjust the auger clutch tension a small amount. The electric start works well but I find the pull start works just fine. The only problem I see is the turnbuckle adjustments for the drive and auger seem like the lock nut could work itself apart and fall apart while blowing snow. I solved that by putting a piece of duct tape around the adjuster to hold everything together should it come apart. Overall for the money spent I am very happy with my purchase.
by Chris
Good machine. Seemed dusty after unpacking, as if it has been sitting around for a while. Electric start works well, pull start tool a while.