Craftsman’s Most Powerful V20 Blower Offers Lightweight Lawn Clearing
Craftsman’s V20 system is packed full of outdoor power equipment for homeowners. Even when it comes to battery-powered blowers, there are several to choose from, with a range of performance levels. If you’re after the best leaf blower Craftsman has to offer, look no further than the CMCBL730. I’m taking you through this Craftsman V20 Leaf Blower to see if it’s a good fit for your lawn care routine.
Craftsman V20 Brushless RP Blower Performance
- Model: Craftsman CMCBL730P1
- Max air volume: 410 CFM
- Max air speed: 110 MPH
- Runtime: 24 mins (w/ 5.0Ah battery)
- Brushless motor
- Boost button
The Craftsman CMCBL730P1 blower features a brushless motor that drives airflow levels of up to 410 CFM and airspeed topping out at 110 MPH. This performance level makes it ideal for light to medium-duty clearing applications. For homeowners who need just enough air movement to take care of things like leaves and lawn clippings, Craftsman has you covered here.
A boost button lets you achieve this blower’s maximum specs, offering increased performance for moving stubborn debris.
For runtimes, Craftsman estimates up to 24 minutes using the 5.0Ah battery that comes with the kit. While that’s a lower runtime than we typically see in battery-powered blowers, you can still take care of most of your home clearing jobs with that amount of trigger time, especially if you have a modest-sized yard.
If you’re after more runtime, this blower is compatible with all Craftsman V20 batteries, so it might be worth it to pick up an extra pack as a backup.
Craftsman V20 Blower Design
- Dimensions (LxWxH): 14.8 x 14.6 x 8 inches
- Weight: 6.6 lbs (bare)
- WeatherGuard technology for dust and moisture protection
- VersaTrack compatible
This tool doesn’t stray too far from the usual blower form factor with this model. It weighs 6.6 pounds as a bare tool, putting it at just under 8 pounds with a 5.0Ah battery, which is well under where higher-performance systems come in. Most people should find it very manageable.
Craftsman also tells us it’s equipped with WeatherGuard technology. While it doesn’t include a specific ingress rating, this feature is meant to protect against moisture and dust.
Additionally, for VersaTrak users, the CMCBL730P1 features an integrated hook to hang on your VersaTrak organization system.
Craftsman V20 Leaf Blower Price
This blower retails for $118 as a bare tool and $159 as a kit with a 5.0Ah battery and charger. Craftsman backs your purchase with a 3-year warranty.
Should You Buy It?
If you’re looking for a lightweight homeowner-grade blower that won’t break the bank, this model fits the bill. While it’s not as powerful in terms of airflow as some battery-powered options, not everyone needs top-shelf performance (or the price tag that goes with it). For leaf and grass-clearing tasks for modestly-sized yards, the CMCBL730 should have no problem handling what you throw at it.
However, if you’re after a stronger blowing performance, Craftsman’s V20 system tops out here. For now, you’ll have to consider other brands or wait to see if Craftsman expands its capabilities in the future.
