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Victa 18V Lithium Blower (Skin Only) 2.8 CFM Lightweight (1697260)

SKU 1697260
By: Victa
Original price $149.00 - Original price $149.00
Original price
$149.00
$149.00 - $149.00
Current price $149.00
Availability: This product will be delivered in 3-5 business days
Size: Tool Only
Colour: Black

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Victa 18V Lithium-Ion Blower (Skin Only) 1697260 – Garden Power Tools

Execute highly efficient, absolute precision landscape detailing and completely eradicate the severe OH&S hazards of trailing power cords with the highly dependable Victa 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower (1697260). In the demanding domestic property maintenance and light commercial facility management sectors, utilizing heavy petrol blowers for simple courtyard cleanups is incredibly inefficient. Petrol engines emit toxic exhaust fumes, require messy fuel mixing, and generate deafening noise that disrupts neighborhoods. This professional-grade garden power tool provides the ultimate, high-efficiency electrical solution. Engineered with an advanced brushed motor system powered by Briggs & Stratton 18V Lithium-Ion technology, it delivers a devastating 245 km/h air velocity, effortlessly ripping wet leaves, grass clippings, and heavy dirt directly off polished concrete driveways and delicate garden beds with absolute zero emissions.

Designed for unparalleled worksite productivity and absolute operator ergonomics, the Victa 18V Blower features an ultra-lightweight, highly streamlined chassis. Weighing a mere 1.5kg (without the battery), the operator can execute rapid, one-handed sweeping motions across expansive patios without suffering severe wrist or forearm fatigue. Heavily equipped with a highly responsive 5-speed digital air velocity control panel, it allows the operator to instantly throttle the power down for delicate detailing around flower beds, or max it out to blast heavy debris. Operating with a simple push-button starter, these elite power tool accessories and hardware components provide homeowners and caretakers with an indispensable, highly economical asset for maintaining an immaculate, pristine property presentation silently and effortlessly.

Who Is The Victa 18V Cordless Blower Ideal For?

The Victa 1697260 Blower delivers a blistering 245 km/h air speed, a 5-stage velocity control, and an ultra-lightweight 1.5kg chassis. It is highly recommended for:

  • Domestic Households & Gardeners: Utilizing a highly robust, emission-free garden power tool to execute rapid weekend property detailing. Homeowners can effortlessly sweep grass clippings off the driveway or blast autumn leaves off the patio without the physical exhaustion of pull-starting a heavy, smoky 2-stroke petrol engine.
  • Acreage & Courtyard Maintenance: Relying on the incredibly quiet 105 dBA acoustic profile. Operators maintaining high-density townhouse complexes or quiet retirement villages can execute essential morning leaf-clearing without generating severe noise pollution that terrifies neighbors and violates local council bylaws.
  • Light Commercial Cleaners: Taking absolute advantage of the 5-speed digital control. Cleaners can drop the blower to its lowest setting to gently blow fine dust and debris out of tight commercial garage corners without violently blasting the dirt all over the freshly washed cars.
  • Facility OH&S Managers: Deploying premium power tool accessories that actively protect worker health. By eliminating dangerous, trailing 240V extension cords (which cause massive trip-and-fall hazards) and removing toxic petrol fumes, the facility maintains absolute safety compliance during daily groundskeeping.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

  • Blistering 245 km/h Air Velocity: The ultimate aerodynamic advantage. This is not a weak domestic sweeper. The advanced internal turbine spins at a massive 18,000 RPM, generating an incredible 245 km/h of directed wind force. This provides the sheer pushing power required to violently dislodge heavy, wet, matted leaves from rough asphalt instantly.
  • 5-Stage Air Velocity Control: Maximizes worksite versatility. Running at 100% power wastes battery life and damages delicate flowers. The ergonomic handle features a digital 5-speed selector. You can instantly throttle down to a gentle breeze to safely sweep dry dust out of a garage, or maximize power to blast heavy debris.
  • Ultra-Lightweight 1.5kg Chassis: Protects operator health. Pushing a heavy 6kg petrol backpack blower causes severe spinal compression and shoulder exhaustion. Weighing only 1.5kg (Skin Only), this blower is exceptionally light and perfectly balanced, ensuring anyone can operate it one-handed for extended periods flawlessly.
  • Briggs & Stratton 18V Platform Compatibility: Reduces ongoing commercial overheads. This 'Skin Only' unit is explicitly engineered to integrate flawlessly with the highly reliable Briggs & Stratton 18V Lithium-Ion battery platform (2.5Ah & 4.0Ah), allowing you to power your entire Victa garden fleet with the exact same battery.
  • Instant Push-Button Starter: Prioritizes operator convenience. Traditional petrol blowers require you to violently yank a heavy pull-cord, which frequently floods the engine. This advanced electric blower features an instant push-button start; you simply press the button, and the machine roars to life flawlessly every single time.

Technical Specifications & Capabilities:

  • Brand: Victa
  • Model Number: 1697260
  • Product Type: Cordless Leaf Blower / Lithium-Ion Sweeper / Garden Power Tools
  • Power Source: 18V (Compatible with Briggs & Stratton 18V 2.5Ah & 4.0Ah batteries - NOT INCLUDED)
  • Motor Type: High-Velocity Brushed Motor (Up to 18,000 RPM)
  • Air Flow Speed: 245 km/h
  • Air Flow Rate: 2.8 CFM
  • Control System: 5 Air Velocity Speeds
  • Weight (Skin Only): 1.5 kg (Incredibly Lightweight)
  • Warranty: 5 Years Limited Domestic Product Warranty.

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Business days to delivery

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VIC
Melbourne 1 Day
Regional 3–4 Days
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane 1–2 Days
Regional 3–4 Days
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Adelaide 2–3 Days
Regional 4–5 Days
NORTHERN TERRITORY
All Areas 4–6 Days
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
All Areas 4–6 Days
TASMANIA
All Areas 4–6 Days
What does 'Skin Only' or 'Tool Only' mean?

In the power tool industry, 'Skin Only' means the box contains the actual Victa 18V Blower unit and the plastic blower tube, but it DOES NOT include the 18V lithium-ion battery or the wall charger. Those critical components must be purchased separately.

Which specific batteries will fit this blower?

This highly specific machine is engineered exclusively to operate on the Briggs & Stratton 18V Lithium-Ion battery platform. It accepts both the 2.5Ah and the massive 4.0Ah 18V batteries designed for the Victa cordless garden range.

Will my 18V Makita or Dewalt drill battery fit this blower?

Absolutely, unequivocally NOT. Power tool batteries are highly proprietary. The digital communication pins and physical sliding tracks on this machine are uniquely molded for Briggs & Stratton/Victa batteries only. Forcing another brand's battery into the slot will destroy the machine and cause a fire hazard.

How long will the battery last before going flat?

Runtime depends heavily on the battery size and the speed setting you select. According to the manufacturer, when using the optimal battery, you can achieve approximately 34 minutes of continuous sweeping time on a single charge.

Is 245 km/h air speed actually powerful?

Yes! 245 km/h is an exceptionally high-velocity wind speed for a compact 18V blower. It provides the massive aerodynamic pushing force required to physically rip heavy, wet, matted leaves and thick clumps of wet grass clippings completely off rough concrete driveways seamlessly.

What is the '5 Air Velocity Speeds' feature?

If you blow full power into a garden bed, you will rip the delicate flowers out of the soil. The 5-speed control allows you to instantly drop the engine RPM. You can use a gentle breeze to precisely sweep dry dust out of a garage, and then hit maximum power when you hit the heavy leaves on the lawn.

Is 1.5kg heavy to hold with one hand?

Not at all. 1.5kg (the weight of the machine without the battery) is exceptionally lightweight. Even with a heavy 4.0Ah battery attached, the machine remains perfectly balanced in your hand, completely eliminating the severe forearm and wrist fatigue caused by heavy petrol blowers.

Does this blower also vacuum up the leaves?

Absolutely NOT. The Victa 1697260 is strictly a dedicated 'Blower'. It does not possess an internal mulching blade or a vacuum bag attachment. It is engineered exclusively to push debris away from you into neat piles for later collection.

Do I need to pull a cord to start it?

No! This is the massive ergonomic advantage of lithium-ion technology. You completely avoid the exhausting, frustrating process of yanking a heavy recoil cord. You simply slide the battery in, press the electronic starter button, and the engine fires up flawlessly every time.

Is the blower tube removable for storage?

Yes. The long plastic blower nozzle features a highly secure, twist-to-lock friction mechanism. If you need to store the blower in a small, tight toolbox or on a crowded garage shelf, you can easily unclip the nozzle in two seconds to save massive amounts of space.

Can I leave this out in the rain?

It is highly unadvised. While garden tools are built tough, this machine relies on a highly sophisticated 18V electric motor and digital circuit boards. Leaving the machine exposed in a torrential downpour will allow water to bypass the vents and permanently short-circuit the internal electronics.

Do you offer trade pricing for property maintenance companies?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for commercial landscaping contractors, municipal maintenance teams, and facility managers ordering bulk garden power tools and cordless equipment. Contact us to establish your account.

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