Efficient snow removal in tight urban spaces and ski resorts
The Compact Snowcuber is Snocom’s most versatile snow compressor. it is engineered for use in cities, villages, small ski resorts, and other confined environments where traditional snow blowers fall short.
With its compact dimensions, high compression ratio, and independent hydraulic power unit (HPU), this machine gives you full control, maximum loading efficiency, and fewer truck movements — even on narrow mountain roads or urban streets.
| Advantage | Benefit for operators |
|---|---|
| Snow compression | Up to 50% less volume → fewer trips needed |
| Compact size | Fits narrow streets and tight areas |
| Works with all types of snow | Wet, dry or icy |
| Independent HPU | Works without relying on tractor hydraulics |
| Smart chute control | Precisely load trucks from the cabine |
| Reverse mode | Clear blockages without stepping out |
| Low maintenance | Modular components, easy access to parts |
Engineered with durable materials and intuitive controls, the Compact Snowcuber is built for real-world use in unpredictable winter conditions.
| External requirements: | Compact SnowCuber: |
| Min. front linkage lifting force | 25 kN (cat 2) |
| Min. rear linkage lifting force | 20 kN (cat 2) |
| Min. Power tractor | 105 kW (143 hp) |
| Min. Power Take Off (PTO) | 90 kW (122 hp) |
| PTO-driveshaft connection | 1-3/8″ Z6 Spline shaft |
| PTO shaft speed | 1.000 n/min |
| Electric supply | 12 VDC |
| Controls | ISOBUS conform ISO 11783-2 |
| HPU: | |
| HPU: Max. working pressure | 260 bar |
| HPU: Max. output flow | 187 l/min |
| HPU dimensions: | |
| HPU: Overall length | 1.200 mm |
| HPU: Overall width | 1.480 mm |
| HPU: Overall height incl. pedestal | 1.775 mm |
| HPU: Mass excl. fluids | 875 kg |
| HPU: Mass incl. fluids | 1.200 kg |
| HPU: Hydraulic oil tank capacity | 500 L |
| HPU: Hydraulic oil tank max. filling volume | 350 L |
| HPU: Hydraulic oil/air cooler cooling max. capacity | 35 kW (air temp. 0 °C) |
| HPU hydraulic connections: | |
| HPU: Hydraulic connection Pressure (P) | Quick connector 9402-20-1 1/4″ Male |
| HPU: Hydraulic connection Tank (T) | Quick connector 9401-20-1 1/4″ Female |
| HPU: Hydraulic connection Load Sense (LS) | Quick connector 9401-06-3/8″ Female |
| HPU: Hydraulic connection Drain (D) | Quick connector F Firg 12 BSP1/2″ (9415-08) Female |
| HPU: Hydraulic tank oil filling point | Quick connector 1/2″ FASTER NV12 Male |
| HPU electric connections: | |
| HPU: Controls | ISOBUS conform ISO 11783-2 |
| HPU: Emergency stop | 12V Harting 4P Serie Han-A |
| HPU: Lighting | 7P connector conform DIN ISO 1724 |
| Length | 2.550 mm |
| Max. width in operating position (snow outlet slide fully extended) | 4.480 mm |
| Max. width in transport position | 2.470 mm |
| Max. height | 3.790 mm |
| Max. working width | 1.870 mm |
| Diameter impellor | 900 mm |
| Mass no options | 1.815 kg |
| Mass full options (snow outlet slide 180° rotatable and 500 mm extended) | 1.990 kg |
| Compact SnowCuber hydraulic connections: | |
| Hydraulic connection Pressure (P) | Quick connector 9402-20-1 1/4″ Male |
| Hydraulic connection Tank (T) | Quick connector 9401-20-1 1/4″ Female |
| Hydraulic connection Load Sense (LS) | Quick connector 9402-06-3/8″ Male |
| Hydraulic connection Drain (D) | Quick connector M Firg 12 BSP1/2″ (9416-08) Male |
| Compact SnowCuber electric connections: | |
| Controls | ISOBUS conform ISO 11783-2 |
| Operating and environmental conditions: | |
| Recommended hydraulic fluid quality | HVLP ISO-VG46 according to DIN 51502, DIN 51524-3 and ISO 6743-4 |
| Hydraulic fluid temperature range | + 20 to 55 °C for continuous operation |
| Hydraulic fluid temperature max. | + 70 °C |
| Recommended oil cleanliness level | 19/16/13 or better according to ISO 4406 |
| Viscosity (continuous operation) | 20 to 100 mm2/s (cSt) |
| Viscosity (maximum intermittent) | 500 mm2/s (cSt) |
| Ambient temperature | -20 to +5 °C |
| Relative humidity degree | < 95% |
| Max. snow height | 600 mm |
| Max. slope of working area in all directions | 15° |
| Max. speed during snow removal operation | 5 km/h |
| Max. speed during movements | 25 km/h |
The Compact Snowcuber can be equipped with a dedicated external HPU to ensure stable performance, even if your tractor’s hydraulics are limited.
By reducing snow volume before loading, the Compact Snowcuber offers:
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any kind of question. We will gladly help you and provide you with further information
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