A 24-inch wheel-drive Honda with GX200 engine, continuously variable hydrostatic ground speed, steering levers, powered chute and onboard DC electric start
Market statusCurrent 24-inch wheel-drive hydrostatic gas systemChecked Aug 17
Reference price$2,949 current authorized-dealer referencePeak Honda World and Shank's current exact HSS724AWD offers
Next full checkAug 24, 2026Price checks run sooner
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Ready to buy
Confirm the exact model and complete system
The retained reference is $2,949 current authorized-dealer reference. The exact AWD model adds onboard DC electric start to wheel drive and recoil backup; cover, chains, setup, delivery and regional emissions suffix must be confirmed. Recheck seasonal stock, setup, freight, service, return terms and every included battery or accessory before paying.
Buying stageMarket familiarity
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Current market
The facts that change the ownership choice
Each line carries its own check date because price, software, specifications, and product cycle do not age at the same speed.
QuestionCurrent answerFreshnessBasis
Current price
$2,949 current authorized-dealer reference
The exact AWD model adds onboard DC electric start to wheel drive and recoil backup; cover, chains, setup, delivery and regional emissions suffix must be confirmed. Confirm exact checkout price, stock and U.S. package.
Refresh due after 7 daysDirect source1 evidence item
Market branch
Premium hydrostatic wheel-drive residential system
Checked 7 days agoOur synthesis2 evidence items
Purchase boundary
Wheel drive improves rolling transport relative to tracks, but Honda's capacity and 49-foot maximum statements remain conditional and do not certify any slope or surface
Checked 7 days agoOur synthesis3 evidence items
Clearing geometry
The two-stage machine clears 24 inches wide through a 21.7-inch intake; total width, handle height, weight and delivery crate control gate and vehicle access
Checked 7 days agoDirect source2 evidence items
Auger, impeller and stages
Honda uses a serrated auger, high-speed impeller and offset shear bolts on HSS724; 1,500-pound-per-minute and 49-foot figures are conditional manufacturer maxima
Checked 7 days agoDirect source2 evidence items
Traction and steering
Wheel drive, steering levers and hydrostatic forward/reverse speed separate ground speed from auger speed; low-pressure tires do not guarantee grade or ice traction
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Engine or battery conditions
The GX200 four-stroke gasoline engine includes onboard DC electric start and recoil backup; outdoor-only operation, CO control, fuel quality, oil and battery upkeep remain
Checked 7 days agoDirect source5 evidence items
Chute and discharge controls
An electronic joystick controls chute direction and deflection from the panel; verify operation, discharge boundaries and manual fallback before the season
Checked 7 days agoDirect source3 evidence items
Lighting and heated controls
A 12 V LED work light is included and heated grips are not retained; winter gloves, fitted clothing, eye protection, hearing assessment and visibility checks remain
Checked 7 days agoDirect source3 evidence items
Surface and slope boundary
Wheel drive eases transport on firm level surfaces, while skid/auger clearance, gravel, ice and slopes remain site-specific; no safe angle or no-slip claim is made
Checked 7 days agoOur synthesis3 evidence items
Service and dealer path
Honda's serial-specific manual, common-parts guide and authorized dealer path cover GX engine, hydrostatic drive, shear bolts, chute and traction controls
Checked 7 days agoDirect source3 evidence items
Transport boundary
Roll or ramp only under manual control, cool fully, manage fuel and battery as directed, and tie the frame down without loading the chute, cables or auger housing
Checked 7 days agoOur synthesis3 evidence items
Snow and property condition
Honda's suggested driveway-size and snow-output language guides comparison only and cannot promise passes, time, throw, grip, runtime or storm completion
Checked 7 days agoOur synthesis3 evidence items
Current verdict
The defended Honda wheeled compact
HSS724AWD fits a buyer prioritizing hydrostatic control, powered chute and dealer service in a rollable 24-inch wheel-drive machine.
Checked 7 days agoOur synthesis10 evidence items
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Other paths
The alternatives change what the HSS724AWD is worth
These are not generic competitors. Each one represents a different way to buy into the same market.
01lower upfront
Ariens
Platinum 24 SHO
$2,299 current exact-model retail reference
Best fit
Compact high-engine premium residential system
Tradeoff
The large engine behind a 24-inch housing may suit dense snow and narrow storage, but it cannot promise bank-cutting pace, throw distance or reduced traction risk
Track drive and adjustable housing attitude are not a safe-slope rating, and they trade rollability and turning behavior for contact and height control
Older observations stay in the ledger when the current view changes. That lets a buyer tell the difference between an old complaint, an active issue, and a problem that was corrected.
notable
Current exact-system and safety position retained
HSS724AWD was checked against current manufacturer identity, price, manual/support, independent editorial, owner evidence and moving-part, CO, fuel, battery, slope, clothing, hearing and transport boundaries.
Price record
The price history starts here
Each amount stays tied to its source and capture date. Conflicting prices remain visible until the seller resolves them.
$2,949 current authorized-dealer reference
Current reference priceA structured timeline will begin with the next source capture
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Owner experience
What repeats after the purchase
Owner discussion returns to wheel-versus-track movement, hydrostatic control, dc start and authorized service distance rather than width or power alone.
These are self-reported experiences across different snow density, plow berms, temperatures, grades, surfaces, operators, setup, maintenance, batteries and fuel. They identify checks to run and do not establish clearing rate, throw, traction, runtime, safe slope, storm completion, durability, reliability or failure rates.
SignalWhat owners reportOur readEvidence
wheel-versus-track movement, hydrostatic control, DC start and authorized service distance
Owners discuss hydrostatic control, wheel versus track movement, service and dense snow. The anecdotes do not establish performance or reliability rates.
Move both wheel and track versions with engine off, verify local serial-specific service and map the slope before paying for a traction architecture.
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Sources
Why we believe the current view
The page separates what a source states directly from what we conclude across sources.
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HSS724AWD current manufacturer recordHonda · identity
Honda identifies exact model HSS724AWD as a 24-inch wheel-drive Honda with GX200 engine, continuously variable hydrostatic ground speed, steering levers, powered chute and onboard DC electric start.
HSS724AWD current manual and supportHonda · specification
Honda support documents the exact clearing geometry, snow path, drive, controls, power, maintenance and safety boundaries. Wheel drive improves rolling transport relative to tracks, but Honda's capacity and 49-foot maximum statements remain conditional and do not certify any slope or surface
CPSC directs operators to stop the engine, use a long cleanout tool rather than hands, keep away from moving parts, avoid indoor engine operation and never add gasoline to a running or hot engine.
Preventing carbon monoxide poisoning from small gasoline enginesNIOSH and CDC · specification
Gasoline engines must not run inside buildings or partially enclosed spaces where carbon monoxide can accumulate; open doors and windows do not make a garage an acceptable operating location.
CPSC describes overheating, fire, electrical shock and thermal-burn hazards and recommends treating the cells, pack, charger and product as one tested system.
Moving-machinery clothing, hearing and unjamming guidanceOccupational Safety and Health Administration · specification
OSHA guidance calls for fitted clothing, secured hair, hearing and eye protection as applicable and no attempt to unjam moving equipment while energized.
Current HSS724 owner discussionHonda snowblower owners · consensus
Owners discuss hydrostatic control, wheel versus track movement, service and dense snow. The anecdotes do not establish performance or reliability rates.
Manufacturer identity, exact current U.S. price, current support/manual material, independent editorial and bounded owner evidence were checked on August 17, 2026. This desk covers serious self-propelled two-stage and three-stage walk-behind gas or battery systems for substantial residential driveways and property-maintenance work. It excludes single-stage light-duty units, tractor attachments, skid-steer implements and unsupported prior generations. Stop the engine or motor, remove the key or battery packs as directed, wait for every moving part and use the cleanout tool rather than hands or feet for a blockage. Inspect for rocks, cords, newspapers, stakes, curbs and other hidden objects and control the discharge zone. Gas engines must never run inside a home, basement, shed, trailer or garage, even with doors open; cool before fueling and control fire, spill and hot-surface hazards. Lithium systems require the exact approved packs and charger, intact terminals and housings, documented charge/storage temperatures and a manufacturer disposal route for damaged packs. No wheel, track, steering or skid system creates a safe-slope rating; exclude grades, sidehills, drop-offs or ice the manual and site assessment do not support. Wear fitted clothing without loose drawstrings, secure hair, use slip-resistant footwear and select eye and hearing protection for the exposure. Plan rated ramps, sufficient help and positive frame tiedowns for transport. No record makes a universal clearing-rate, throw-distance, traction, runtime, storm-completion, safe-slope, durability, reliability or failure-rate claim.