Echo PB-580T Gas Backpack Blower Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Large yards
- Gas
- High volume leaves
- Commercial
- Long runtime
A pro backpack blower for acreage and heavy leaf volume: heavy and gas-fed, but unmatched when a handheld simply can't keep up.
Pros
- 517 CFM at 216 MPH clears wet, matted leaves and large properties fast
- Back-mounted engine and padded harness shift weight off your arm for all-day use
- Tube-mounted throttle and refuel-and-go runtime suit big seasonal cleanups
Cons
- 22.7 lb loaded and requires 2-stroke fuel mixing plus maintenance
- Loudest option here at 70 dB, and gas emissions limit some municipalities
- Overkill and pricey for small yards or light touch-ups
Specifications
| Power | 58.2cc 2-stroke gas |
|---|---|
| Airflow | 517 CFM / 216 MPH |
| Runtime | Refuel & go (62 oz tank) |
| Weight | 22.7 lb |
| Noise | 70 dB |
| Best for | Large properties & heavy leaf volume |