Plow Trucks: Pros & Cons
Rob Thibault
Pickup trucks with front-mounted plows mounted are a common sight during winter on BC's Pacific Coast. Most commercial parking lots have snow and ice cleared with this style of snow removal equipment, but why? Like any machine, a truck with a snow plow has strengths and weaknesses.
Pros
These machines are great for pushing large quantities of snow in big open areas quickly. They usually have an 8' blade, which is wide enough for any car to follow fairly easily after just one pass with the plow. These trucks can move fast on straight stretches, making them very efficient.
Cons
The weakness of these plows is that they tend to leave many windrows or snow banks due to their basic design. These machines are also not made to pick up snow and place it in specific piles or areas. Trucks with blades usually have challenges with tight corners or awkward shapes, as they don't typically have a great turning radius.
If you are looking for a quick and efficient solution for snow clearing which doesn't have to be perfectly clear, this is the right option for you!