Echo recently released its new PB-5810, a backpack blower available at an MSRP of $430 and offered with either a hip or tube-mounted throttle. This is the second gas-powered backpack blower the manufacturer has introduced within the past year. Echo said its PB-7910 expanded its commercial-grade lineup and it the most powerful blower on the market under the $600 MSRP.
“As demand for outdoor power equipment continues to rise, Echo remains committed to innovation, for all types of users and applications,” said Jason Wilk, Echo senior product manager. “The PB-5810 is a high-performance addition to our lineup, offering dependability, comfort and power. With features that users have come to love, this model underscores why Echo has maintained its position as a leading manufacturer for more than 50 years.”
The new blower comes with a comprehensive warranty package with a two-year commercial and five-year consumer warranty. Echo’s line of outdoor products is available to consumers at more than 6,000 independent lawn care dealers, homedepot.com and Home Depot retail stores across the United States.
PB-5810 backpack blower features:
- 59.7 cc professional-grade engine for outstanding performance and durability
- 44% reduction in starting effort results in less pulling force
- 27 Newtons of blow force and 700 CFM for large area cleanups
- A light weight of 21 lbs., allows for comfort for extended use
- Pleated, automotive-style air filter provides superior air filtration for long engine life
- Variable-speed throttle with cruise control offers operator convenience and power control
- Heavy-duty padded backrest with shoulder straps for all-day comfort
- Posi-loc pipes for a secure connection and maximum durability
- Exclusive vented back pad provides cooling air that circulates around the user for comfort in hot weather
