NorTrac 80 in 3-Point Snow Blower
#2 in Snow blowersFull review
A wide, plain blower from Northern Tool’s house brand for big driveways.
Amazon $2,999.99$2,999.99
The NorTrac 80 in 3-Point Snow Blower is the better tractor implement overall, rated 3.2 to 2.6. The NorTrac 80 in 3-Point Snow Blower leads on width and price. The TMG TBS48 48 in Snow Blower wins on features. The TMG TBS48 48 in Snow Blower costs $700.99 less ($2,299 vs $2,999.99).
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TMG TBS48 48 in Snow Blower
#5 in Snow blowersFull review
The small TMG blower: the only one here that suits a 20 hp compact tractor.
Amazon $2,299$2,299
Which should you buy?
- Choose the NorTrac 80 in 3-Point Snow Blower for width (80 in working width vs 48 in working width) and price ($2,999.99, $37 per inch of width vs $2,299, $48 per inch of width).
- Choose the TMG TBS48 48 in Snow Blower for features (quick-hitch compatible, adjustable skid shoes, chute turns from the seat vs shear-bolt protected auger).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every snow blowers tractor implement; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | NorTrac 80 in 3-Point Snow Blower | TMG TBS48 48 in Snow Blower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 30% | 68 $2,999.99, $37 per inch of width | 33 $2,299, $48 per inch of width |
| Width 15% | 80 80 in working width | 0 48 in working width |
| Capacity 20% | 50 impeller size not published (neutral score used) | 0 20 in impeller |
| Features 25% | 25 shear-bolt protected auger | 75 quick-hitch compatible, adjustable skid shoes, chute turns from the seat |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| NorTrac 80 in 3-Point Snow Blower | TMG TBS48 48 in Snow Blower | |
|---|---|---|
| Size and fit | ||
| Working width | 80 in | 48 in |
| Tractor size | 35 to 60 hp | 20 to 40 hp |
| Hitch category | - | 1 |
| Quick-hitch compatible | - | Yes |
| Weight | 750 lb | 850 lb |
| Snow clearing | ||
| Impeller | - | 20 in |
| Shear-bolt protected auger | Yes | - |
| Adjustable skid shoes | - | Yes |
| Chute turns from the seat | - | Yes |
| Driveline and warranty | ||
| Warranty | - | 1 year |