BLACK+DECKER®'s High Performance 12 Amp Blower, Vacuum and Mulcher blows leaves and other yard debris with 250 mph of hurricane-like force for quick yard cleanup, but now a new redesign brings 50% less noise for a more comfortable experience (maximum noise level compared to BLACK+DECKER® model LH4500 utilizing EN ISO 3744 sound measurement test)! This heavy-duty Blower/Vac is ideal for blowing leaves and yard debris, vacuuming leaves, grass or pine needles, and mulching leaves for compost.