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Honda HSS1332AATD 31.9"

A 31.9-inch Honda GX390 track-drive two-stage with hydrostatic drive and a 56-foot throw.

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Overview

The HSS1332 is a premium machine built around Honda’s commercial-grade GX390. Hydrostatic drive lets you change speed without shifting, and the track drive keeps the machine steady on inclines and icy ground.

About this category — Track-drive machines spread weight across rubber tracks instead of wheels, which improves grip on slopes, ice and uneven ground. They are heavier and cost more than wheeled gas machines, so they make the most sense for steep or slippery driveways and demanding winters.

Specifications

Clearing width	31.9 in
Clearing height	21.7 in
Engine	Honda GX390 OHV
Throw distance	Up to 56 ft
Capacity	2,750 lb/min
Drive	Hydrostatic, dual rubber tracks
Start	DC electric key start
Warranty	3-year residential
Weight	298 lb dry (track, electric-start model)
Capacity	83 short tons per hour (manual)
Fuel tank / oil	1.5 gal / 1.2 qt 5W-30
Engine displacement	389 cc
Warranty	36 months residential, 12 months commercial

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What we like

Commercial-grade Honda GX390 engine
Hydrostatic drive: no shifting, speed independent of auger
3-year residential warranty and no assembly needed

Drawbacks to consider

Very high price
Heavy and large
Overbuilt for small driveways

What the manufacturer documents add

Source: Honda HSS928A/HSS1332A owner’s manual and Amazon listing

Honda’s manual confirms the headline specifications for the HSS1332A: a 31.9-inch width, 21.7-inch height, up to 56 feet of throw and 83 short tons of snow per hour. The track electric-start version weighs 298 pounds dry. The GX390 engine displaces 389 cc, with a 1.5-gallon fuel tank and 1.2 quarts of 5W-30 oil.

Operation is detailed. A joystick switch aims the chute, a height-adjusting lever sets the auger low for hard snow, middle for normal use and high for deep snow, and a pair of steering levers turn the tracks (pulling both frees the machine to be pushed by hand). The electric-start model adds an auger-lock indicator that stops the engine and flashes if the auger jams, plus an hour meter to guide maintenance.

Honda warns not to use the machine on slopes steeper than 20 degrees, and not to clear gravel because stones can be thrown. Maintenance is spelled out: first-month or 20-hour oil change, spark plug check, track deflection of about 7/16 to 5/8 inch, and shear-bolt inspection. The electric-start battery should be recharged if it drops below 12.9 volts. The manual lists a 36-month residential warranty and 12 months for commercial use.

Ownership and upkeep

Tracks and hydrostatic or complex drive systems add parts to inspect, so check track tension and wear each season along with the usual fuel, oil and shear-pin routine. A cover and a dry storage spot help protect the drive components. 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.