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Poulan Pro PR240 24"

A 24-inch 212cc gas two-stage with electric start, 190° chute and a 45-foot throw.

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Overview

The PR240 is a budget-friendly gas two-stage with an all-steel auger and impeller. Electric start with a recoil backup, a one-hand chute and large 14-inch tires cover the basics for residential driveways.

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	24 in
Intake height	21 in
Engine	212cc OHV
Throw distance	Up to 45 ft
Chute	190° rotation, 65° tilt
Drive	4 forward / 2 reverse
Tires	14 in pneumatic
Warranty	2 years
Brand note	Licensed from Husqvarna AB, imported by Novus Performance Products

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

What we like

Electric start plus recoil backup
Steel auger, impeller and frame
Large 14-inch tires for gravel, concrete and ice

Drawbacks to consider

Fewer speeds than larger machines
Gas maintenance needed
Narrower than the 26-inch and larger models

What the manufacturer documents add

Source: Poulan Pro PR240 quick start guide and Amazon listing

The Quick Start Guide shows that assembly is required: you attach the lower and upper handle, the chute rotator and deflector, and the drive-speed control rod. Engine oil is added by the owner, up to about 20 fl oz, and the guide calls for fresh unleaded fuel of at least 87 octane with no more than 10% ethanol.

Electric start works through a three-wire extension cord and a 120V outlet; you hold the start button for about five seconds, then let the engine run 30 to 40 seconds before throwing snow. A recoil start is available as backup.

The guide notes that Poulan Pro is a trademark of Husqvarna AB used under license, and that the product is imported by Novus Performance Products. That is worth knowing when you compare it with Husqvarna-built machines. We reviewed the quick start guide, not the full operator’s manual.

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.