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Ariens Professional 28" 926083

A 28-inch 420cc two-stage with Auto-Turn steering, cast-iron gear case and heated handgrips.

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Overview

Ariens’ Professional line is aimed at buyers who want durability. The 926083 pairs a 420cc engine with a cast-iron gear case and Auto-Turn steering, which lets you turn without squeezing triggers, and heated grips keep your hands warm in long sessions.

About this category — Gas two-stage machines trade quiet and convenience for raw capacity. The auger feeds an impeller that throws snow far, which suits long driveways, deep snow and wet, heavy drifts. Expect routine upkeep: fresh fuel, an oil check each season, and occasional shear-pin or belt attention.

Specifications

Clearing width	28 in
Engine	420cc Ariens AX
Steering	Auto-Turn triggerless
Drive	Disc-O-Matic
Gear case	Cast iron
Start	Electric
Comfort	Heated handgrips
Model	926083
Housing height	23.5 in
Throw distance	3 to 60 ft
Capacity	79 tons per hour
Speeds	6 forward / 2 reverse
Tires	16 in directional snow tread
Dimensions	60.3 x 30.2 x 46.6 in
Weight	339.1 lb on Ariens dealer sheets (some dealers list 296 to 307 lb)
Warranty	3 yr residential, 1 yr commercial

Specifications come from the Amazon listing and manufacturer information. Confirm current details before you buy.

What we like

Powerful 420cc engine for heavy, deep snow
Auto-Turn steering reduces effort at turns
Cast-iron gear case and heated handgrips

Drawbacks to consider

High price
Heavy, with a larger storage footprint
Weight figures differ across dealer listings, so confirm the exact configuration

What the manufacturer documents add

Source: Ariens specifications (Ariens.com and dealer spec sheets) and Amazon listing

Ariens lists the Professional 28 with a 28-inch clearing width, a tall 23.5-inch housing, a 200-degree quick-turn chute and a throw range of 3 to 60 feet. The company rates it at 79 tons of snow per hour, which is the highest capacity of the 28-inch machines in this review set.

Power comes from the 420cc Ariens AX engine, listed at about 21 ft-lb of torque with 120V push-button electric start. The Disc-O-Matic drive offers six forward and two reverse speeds on 16-inch directional snow tires. Auto-Turn steering, heated handwarmers, an LED headlight and a remote deflector are listed as standard, and the gear case is cast iron with reversible steel skid shoes and an adjustable scraper bar.

Size matters with this machine. It measures roughly 60 x 30 x 47 inches, and Ariens dealer sheets list its weight at 339.1 pounds, although a few dealer listings show lower figures between 296 and 307 pounds. Confirm the weight if you will be lifting it onto a truck or storing it up steps. The product warranty is three years residential and one year commercial, and Ariens markets a longer warranty for the gear case.

Ownership and upkeep

Plan on a short seasonal routine: fresh fuel treated with stabilizer, an oil check, a look at the shear pins or bolts and belts, and a test start before the first storm. Run the engine dry or stabilize the fuel at the end of winter. That upkeep is the price of the extra capacity. Follow the owner’s manual for this specific model when storing fuel. Gasoline can deteriorate during storage; the manual will state whether to use a stabilizer, drain the fuel system or take other steps, and which fuel blends are permitted.