Inside Idaho Pawn & Gold: Yard Machine MTD - 5/24 Snow Blower
This listing describes a Yard Machines MTD two‑stage snow blower labeled 5/24 with a 24‑inch clearing width and a gasoline engine described as 5 HP. Below are concise, evidence‑based notes about where this machine fits in the Yard Machines/MTD family, why a buyer or pawnbroker would care, simple authenticity/identification checks, and practical buyer checks to run before purchase or accepting as collateral. Research used only publicly available operator/parts/manual pages, marketplace listings and a matchable YouTube demo found while researching the listed model.
The item in our shop
Listed item: Yard Machine MTD - 5/24 Snow Blower. Listed condition: good. Store: Nampa. View this item and current availability.
The listing asking price was $250.00 as of 2026-11-13. Prices and availability can change. This asking price is not a sold price, independent appraisal, purchase offer or pawn-loan offer.
Release date and model background
The exact model’s release date is not established by the available sources. The model’s introduction date and the manufacture date of an individual item can differ.
Why this model is interesting
Broader model-family context: Yard Machines is MTD’s consumer‑brand family of walk‑behind snow blowers. Models in the 24‑inch two‑stage class are common for residential driveways and sidewalks; parts, operator manuals and parts diagrams for 24‑inch two‑stage machines produced under the Yard Machines/MTD family are available online, which matters for servicing, replacement belts/shear pins and sourcing engine manuals. The listing’s generic 5 HP notation matches the way many sellers describe small-frame two‑stage machines, but engine make and displacement can vary by production run. Confirming exact engine make/model and machine model/serial will determine the correct service manual and replacement parts. www.manualslib.com www.genuinefactoryparts.com
What affects its value
A dependable market range needs recent sales of the same model in comparable condition. The listing asking price alone does not establish market value.
Condition, exact reference, completeness and included accessories can change the comparison. Asking prices are sellers’ requests, not completed transactions. The cited pages may have changed since research; confirm prices and availability with each source.
How to check identity and authenticity
There is no single, centrally published public product page titled exactly “5/24” for MTD found in this search; Yard Machines/MTD two‑stage 24" models are sold under many internal model numbers and often share family parts manuals. To screen for a genuine MTD/Yard Machines machine: check for an MTD or Yard Machines model plate/sticker on the auger housing or frame, locate and record the chassis/model number stamped on the housing or on a decal, and match that number to an operator or parts manual many MTD operator manuals and parts pages are available online. Verify the engine brand and engine model separately — engine manuals are usually provided separately Tecumseh, Briggs & Stratton and other suppliers have been used on MTD frames. Do not rely on paint or color alone for brand proof. www.manualslib.com www.genuinefactoryparts.com
Identification marks and photographs are screening tools. Establishing authenticity may require a hands-on examination by a qualified specialist.
Questions to ask before buying
Before buying or accepting the unit for pawn, check and document: visible model/serial number or decal photograph it; engine make/model number on the engine housing and engine serial; presence and condition of the auger, impeller and chute‑rotation mechanism; condition of shear pins/belts; whether it has electric start look for battery/motor and wiring versus recoil only; test‑run if shop policy allows to confirm the auger and drive engage and the engine runs without unusual smoke or noises; and ensure the chute rotates and the discharge control works. Compare the recorded model/serial to an operator or parts manual PDF to confirm parts fit. Keep records of the seller’s ID and the item’s photographed condition. For maintenance parts, cross‑reference the machine’s model or parts diagram to source belts, shear pins and auger components. www.manualslib.com www.genuinefactoryparts.com www.manualshelf.com
Model video
MTD Yard Machine Snowblower 5/24 starting with electric start by Nick hraban
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