Septemeber 28, 2011, Walk-behind snowblowers and lawnmowers will continue to be serviced by John Deere dealerships but new ones will no longer be sold after the existing stock has been sold.  I recommend you look at the Snapper snow throwers if you want a direct match to the existing John Deere’s or look at Craftsman snow blowers if you want the best value in the industry. You can find all my reviews of these snow blowers by going to this page:  2011 Snow Blower Reviews

The 1130E compares to the Craftsman Professional 357 cc 30 inch 2 Stage Snow Thrower Model 88830. The Craftsman has all the features of the John Deere Snow Thrower plus a bigger motor, an extended chute, power steering, poly-tech glide shoes, and a 4-way chute control for a street price of about $550 less.

Specifications:

4-cycle OHV Briggs and Stratton Snow Series MAX engine with 15.50 ft-lbs gross torque power

John Deere 1130E

• 30-inch clearing width
• Free hand control for easy chute rotation
• Push button 110V electric start standard
• Recoil start with large mitten grip
• Easy Steer® drive system giving continuous power to both wheels and auto speed adjustment
• Friction disk drive with 6 forward/2 reverse speeds
• Aluminized Super Lo-Tone muffler for reduced noise
• Cast iron gear case
• Steel auger with serrated flighting
• Deluxe console and handlebar design
• Large chute opening for increased snow capacity
• New dash mounted electric chute rotation with 200-degree turning radius
• Remote chute deflector
• Heavy duty embossed auger housing
• Heated handgrips with two settings
• Offset halogen headlight for better visibility
• Drift cutters standard
• Heat-treated, reversible skid shoes
• 4-quart fuel tank
• Throttle control
• Fresh Start® fuel cap standard
• 16-inch by 6.5-inch X-Trac tires
• 2-year consumer warranty, 90-day commercial warranty
• Includes tool box and clear out brush
• This product is CARB compliant
• The John Deere Promise is not available on this product

List price: $1,499.00* (U.S.)

*Manufacturer’s suggested price. Taxes, freight, setup, and delivery not included. Optional accessories and attachments not included. Equipment, models and prices may vary by dealer. Product options and accessories may not be available in all regions. Offers valid in the United States. Prices in U.S. dollars.Product features subject to change. Please contact your local dealer for more detailed information.

My Opinion:

The 1130E has a metal discharge chute and a 4 quart fuel tank, otherwise there is nothing special about this machine.   From what information I can get from my local John Deere dealer this machine’s “easy steer” is nothing more than a differential instead of power steering.  In my opinion the power steering on Craftsman snow blower is much easier to use on this large of a machine.   This size Deere snowblower has a good reputation from the owners,  but is it worth an additional $550 over the Craftsman Professional 357 cc 30 inch 2 Stage Snow Thrower Model 88830.

What is really interesting to me is the Craftsman has a 90 day no questions, return policy…….the John Deere is not eligible for the 30 day John Deere Promise (30 day money back guarantee)

Craftsman has in-home service available for their product. It is unclear from the literature if John Deere will repair your snow blower at your home.

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