Cub Cadet 3X (28″) Three-Stage Snow Blower

At 28 inches, this 3X sits in the middle of the three-stage range covered here, narrower than the largest decks and wider than the smallest, with a 357cc engine and 16-inch X-Trac tires.

Where this width fits

A middle clearing width suits a driveway that's too narrow to justify the widest deck in the range but long enough that the narrowest one would mean extra passes. The three-stage accelerator carries over from the rest of the lineup, built for speed rather than just width; power reaches the wheels by way of a friction disc and a cast-aluminum gear box built heavy-duty, with steering triggered at each handle.

Warmth and visibility

Heated handgrips, an overhead crank chute, and dual LED headlights round things out, with electric start standard.

Why a middle width is common

A middle-width three-stage machine is a common pick when a driveway is awkward: not wide enough to need the largest deck, but long enough that a narrower single pass would mean doubling back more than once. It also tends to fit a two-car garage opening more comfortably than the widest deck in the range.

How does this width compare to other three-stage models? It's a middle option in the range, sized between the narrower and wider versions.

Tank, model, coverage? 1.25 gallons, model 31AH5DVB710, 3-year consumer warranty, new.

What colour is it? It comes in the factory yellow and black finish.