What Are the Types of Snowplows?

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There are three main types of snowplows: push-type snowplows, thrower-type snowplows, and blower-type snowplows. Push-type snowplows: These are equipped with snow blades or plows mounted on large vehicles like bulldozers to push snow aside, creating a passage. The piled snow is then removed by other vehicles. The disadvantage is that they can only push snow to the roadside without the ability to collect or throw snow. They are suitable only for fresh snow or broken ice, with low cleaning efficiency, a high risk of scratching the ground, and time-consuming operations. Thrower-type snowplows: These collect snow first and then use a snow thrower to eject it to the roadside or onto transport vehicles. The most common type is the auger-style. Blower-type snowplows: These use aircraft engines to generate powerful high-pressure airflow, blown out through nozzles to clear snow. They operate at high speeds with high productivity but also high costs. The downside is that they are only suitable for fresh snow and are mainly used in airports, bridges, and highways, making them unsuitable for small-scale applications.