Snow - Plows

Snow plows are essential winter infrastructure, moving large volumes of snow to keep roads and driveways passable. They range from simple horse-drawn wooden wedges of the 18th century to modern, hydraulically powered machines capable of clearing wide multi-lane highways in a single pass.

: Modern units use hydraulic cylinders to raise, lower, and angle the blade. This allows operators to adjust to varying snow depths and avoid obstacles without leaving the vehicle cab. SNOW PLOWS

: The curved shape of the "moldboard" helps snow roll off to the side, reducing resistance as the vehicle moves. Snow plows are essential winter infrastructure, moving large