Our New and Improved High power Magnum series 18hp Self Propelled Leaf Blower has been tested and proven by industries best professionals. While still keeping the powerful magnum design, this new blower features a 30 inch wide wheel base along with dual front wheels offering more stability on hills and lifting the machine over curbs. These units come equipped with an electric starter, variable speed forward and reverse hydrostatic transmission, parking brake and a skid plate to protect the undercarriage. Also, standard on this unit is the electronic air deflector which allows the user to control the direction of air flow with the option to shut off air stream. Repairing these units is a snap with no chains to adjust, 3 piece wheel hubs and taper locking Impeller hubs. The unit also offers easy access to ignition parts and easy one piece module transaxle design. This unit was designed for servicing ease. - Skid-Plate: protects undercarriage - Features a HydroStatic drive system which provides an infinite range of speed allowing the operator to move from a slow crawl to a fast walk forward and reverse directions - Features HydroBraking which allows the user to prevent unit from gaining speed while down a steep hill - Features a heavy duty differential which permits the unit to turn easily