274,253 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Snowblowers expected to be produced in North America during 2026.

A Snow Blower or snow thrower is a machine for removing snow from an area such as a driveway, sidewalk, roadway, railroad track, ice rink, or runway. It can use either electric power (line power or battery), or a gasoline or diesel engine to throw snow to another location or into a truck to be hauled away.

Snow blowers range from the very small, capable of removing only a few inches (a few more cm) of light snow in an 18 to 20 in (457 to 508 mm) path, to the very large units, mounted on heavy-duty winter service vehicles and capable of moving 20-foot (6.10 m) wide swaths of heavy snow up to 6 feet (1.83 m) deep.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers.

Market Share. With 35.50% of total units produced, Ariens Company leads in the production of Snowblowers in NA (US only).  In second position is Stanley/MTD with 21%; third Toro with 15%.  

Exports: Collectively, up to 30% worldwide.

Trends. In 2025, production of snowblowers in North America decreased nearly 7%.  Production is expected to remain flat with a nominal increase of 65 units in 2026.  The 2025 decline is attributed to brands being discontinued along with the termination of unpopular models. The decrease also was driven by weak sales in previous seasons due to milder winters, high inventory and shift towards electric models.

Production of snowblowers typically starts in spring and summer, months before the first snowfall, making manufactures reliant on forecasting and inventory speculation.  Many models sell out if demand is higher than anticipated. 

Expect production to gain up to 5% over the next few years as branding issue settle and brand preference buying selecting other brands in the marketplace.  End users still like new innovative products that are more efficient than prior year models.  Two-stage units are extremely popular and are available in four basic grades: Economy, Residential/Homeowner, Heavy Duty/Landowner, or Professional. Consumers are always interested in more efficient units for snow removal and eco-friendly models currently in the market.

Battery & Corded Combined

2024: 11223

2025: 11868 (5.7% increase)

2026: 13372 (12.7% increase )

Battery only: (Stanley/MTD & Toro)  Note: Stanley/MTDhas one model

2024: 10136

2025: 10789 (6.4% increase)

2026: 12225 (13.3% increase)

Corded only: (Toro)

2024: 1087

2025: 1070 (1.5% decrease)

2026: 1147 (7.2% increase)

*Battery increases due to new models in production

*Corded decrease model not popular    PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research

80,800 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Ag Tractors expected to be produced in North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico) during 2026.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers.

Ag Tractors are produced in several different types that were considered in the production of this report.

2-Wheel Drive Tractors are farm tractors that have a drive train that allows two wheels to receive power from the engine simultaneously. Normally, the rear axle is powered by the engine.

4WD Articulated Ag Tractors are farm tractors built with an articulated chassis very similar to the design used for articulated wheel loaders. Each element of the articulated chassis has a rigid drive axle, and the front and rear elements are connected by a pivoting/ articulating joint. This design uses rigid (i.e. non-steering) drive axles and is typically used for large, high-HP tractors.

MFWD Tractors (Mechanical Front Wheel Drive) are farm tractors which feature a rigid chassis with steerable front-drive axles. This designation applies to both full-time 4WD and front-assist-drive configuration tractors across a broad HP range. Both configurations are produced in significantly greater volume than the 4WD Articulated type tractors.

Tracked Ag Tractors are steerable multitrack tractors with powered rubber tracks instead of wheels to move the vehicle. The crawler-type tracks are flexible and reinforced with steel. They are usually powered by hydrostatic or completely hydraulic driving mechanisms. They can be articulated or nonarticulated.

Trends. In 2025, production of Ag Tractors in North America decreased 6.2%.  Production is expected to drop by nearly 6% in 2026. 

Prior declines in 2020 were attributed to COVID-19 related issues which included unusually high orders for materials and parts. Inventory levels are at the lowest level in decades and have left the supply chain a mess, according to leading tractor manufacturers and AEM. 

Production of machinery and components needed to build equipment has been halted.  This negatively affected demand for farm machinery and contributed to overall lower sales and profits for agricultural equipment operations.

New tractors have become very expensive and have weakened demand. Reduced demand also has been linked to lower commodity prices.

The peak of Ag Tractor production was in 2013.  Expect production to remain flat with a potential 10% decline by 2035.      PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research

1,300 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Golf Cars expected to be produced in North America during 2026.

Dumpers/Tenders are vehicles designed for carrying bulk material, often on building sites. Dumpers are distinguished from dump trucks by configuration: a dumper is usually an open 4-wheeled vehicle with the load skip in front of the driver, while a dump truck has its cab in front of the load.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers.

Market Share. With 50% of total units produced, Country Home Products leads in production of Dumpers/Tenders in North America. In second position is Allen Engineering with 24%; third, Power Buggy (Indy) 13%. 

Export. 15% worldwide.  

Trends. In 2025, production of Dumpers/Tenders in NA increased 6.4%.  Expect production to gain 10% in 2026 over 2025.  The 2024 decline was due to saturation in the marketplace along with longevity of products in the field.  Also, utility style models are versatile and are extremely popular with homeowners. 

Dumper/Tenders are sought after pieces of equipment, much faster than a conventional wheelbarrow and they accelerate job site activities.  Expect production to increase an additional 5% by 2035.   PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research

4,600 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Combines expected to be produced in North America during 2025.

A Combine is a farm machine that harvests grain crops. Combines can reap, thresh and winnow crops into a single process. Crops include wheat, oats, rye, barley, corn, etc.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink, which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

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Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations for Power Systems Research

684,000 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Outboard Engines expected to be produced worldwide in 2025.

An Outboard Motor is a propulsion unit for boats consisting of a self-contained unit that includes engine, gearbox and propeller or jet drive, designed to be affixed to the outside of the transom.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

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Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research

1,200 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Dumpers/Tenders expected to be produced in North America in 2025.

Dumpers/Tenders are vehicles designed for carrying bulk material, often on building sites. Dumpers are distinguished from dump trucks by configuration: a dumper is usually an open 4-wheeled vehicle with the load skip in front of the driver, while a dump truck has its cab in front of the load.

Utility style models are versatile and are extremely popular with homeowners.  Dumper/Tenders, commonly referred to as the Power Buggy, are sought after pieces of equipment, much faster than a conventional wheelbarrow and can accelerate job site related activities. 

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

For details, download the complete report above.

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, at Power Systems Resources

4,500 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Combines expected to be produced in North America in 2024.

A Combine is a farm machine that harvests grain crops. Combines can reap, thresh and winrow crops into a single process. Crops include wheat, oats, rye, barley, corn, etc. Combines overall boost crop output and farm income.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, at Power Systems Research

Pedestal Cranes. This equipment is used on projects that are stationary or where mobility needs are small; they offer the perfect combination of powerful performance, durability and cost effectiveness.

Self-Propelled Cranes This is a mobile crane which is a self-propelled vehicle, one that is designed for lifting objects using a boom with lifting gear. It only carries loads that are necessary for its own propulsion or equipment.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, at Power Systems Research

19,200 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Light Plants expected to be produced in North America in 2024.

A Light Plant, also known as a Light Tower, is a piece of mobile equipment which has one or more high-intensity lamps mounted on a mast. The mast is attached to a trailer, with a generator to power the lamps. The generator is powered by a diesel engine. Light plants mostly are used for construction and mining projects.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research

100,400 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Personal Watercraft (PWC) expected to be produced in North America in 2024. In this category, we include jet drive boats and jet drive pontoons as well as personal watercraft.

Jet Drive Boats are boats propelled by a jet of water ejected from the back of the craft; they have no propeller and can maneuver in shallow water. PWCs are also driven by jet water and come in several styles: Stand-Ups or Sit-Downs. They are often referred to as jet skis. Sit Downs are designed for one, two or three persons in a sitting position, one in front of the other. PWC Stand-Ups are designed for one rider standing or kneeling on the watercraft.

This product information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink , which provides information on engines, and OE Link, a database of equipment manufacturers. PSR

Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research