Tighten Up Your Belt With These Trimmers

LCN HorsePower - August 2009
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Trimming hedges not only enhances aesthetics, but can actually improve the health of the tree by stimulating production, removing dead limbs, and aiding in pest control. To make sure you can find an affordable one so you don't have to tighten up your belt, these trimmers have been arranged by cost.

Shindaiwa
Model No.: T282
Engine: 28.9 cc
Horsepower: 1.4 HP
Weight: 12.6 lbs.
Special Features: Handle positioned at 8-degree angle to provide natural wrist position; Speed-Feed trimmer head reloads in less than 30 seconds; full anti-vibration system.
Warranty: 1 year commercial
Cost: $440 to $450

Stihl Inc.
Model No.: FS 130 R
Displacement: 36.6 cc (2.2 cu. in.)
Engine: Low-emission TapAction
Horsepower: 1.9 bhp
Weight: 12.3 lbs.
Special Features: 2-line AUTOCUT head; quick, smooth acceleration; lower vibration for
comfortable operation.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $399.95

TMC Power Equipment
Model No.: KPW2700V Line Trimmer
Engine: Kawasaki 2-cycle TJ27E with all-position diaphragm carburetor, choke valve and lever, and spring assisted recoil starter
Horsepower: 1.2 HP
Weight: 13 lbs.
Special Features: Cast aluminum handle and handle mounts, metal engine stand, and metal debris shield ensure maximum life and durability.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $379.95

Honda Power Equipment
Model No.: HHT35SLTA
Engine: GX35 (35.8 cc)
Horsepower: 10,000 rpms maximum
Weight: 15.4 lbs.
Special Features: Longer life and decreased operator fatigue through ability to absorb shock; easy disassembly for maintenance; ability to operate even with slight tube damage.
Warranty: 1 year commercial
Cost: $379

Trim-A-Lawn
Model No.: WT1001 - Wheel Trimmer
Engine: Tecumseh TC III
Horsepower: 2.0 HP
Weight: 25 lbs.
Special Features: Open-sided and wheeled for simultaneous mowing and trimming.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $375

Makita USA
Model No.: EM4251CA
Engine: 24.5 cc 4-stroke commercial duty
Weight: 11.5 lbs.
Special Features: Cleaner-burning 4-stroke engine requires no fuel mix;
Compliant with California's rigorous emissions standard; large 16.9 oz. fuel tank with primer.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $369

Little Wonder
Model No.: 2230S-00-01 - 30'' gas hedge trimmer with single edge blades
Engine: 21.22 cc
Horsepower: Less than 1 HP
Weight: 12.25 lbs.
Special Features: 30'' Thru-hardened dual reciprocating, hand-finished blades; lock-out switch to reduce the risk of accidental blade engagement; 2-position front handle.
Warranty: 5 years
Cost: $349

Husqvarna
Model No.: 327LS String Trimmer
Engine: E-Tech II 25cc
Horsepower: 1.2 HP
Weight: 9.0 lbs.
Special Features: LowVib, Auto return stop switch, ergonomic handles, solid torque tube driveshaft
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $339.95

Echo Inc.
Model No.: SRM-265T
Engine: 25.4 cc Power Boost Vortex
Horsepower: .095?EUR??,,????'?????< Weight: 12.7 lbs.
Special Features: Has 50% more torque than the SRM-265; 30% reduction in starting effort with i-30 starting system; extra heavy-duty engine vibration reduction.
Warranty: 1 year commercial
Cost: $329.99

Efco
Model No.: 8250 IC ERGO
Engine: 25.4 cc
Horsepower: 1.2 HP
Weight: 10.8 lbs.
Special Features: Patented designed ergonomic loop handle for increased comfort; primer bulb and lift starter for easy starting in all conditions; 3-piece crankshaft and forged connecting rod for long life and durability.
Warranty: 2 years professional
Cost: $304.99

Cub Cadet
Model No.: ST26 string trimmer
Engine: Heavy-duty 25cc 2-Cycle
Horsepower: 1.22 HP
Weight: 11.2 lbs.
Special Features: Professional straight-shaft design provides increased power transfer, extended reach and longer life; dual-ring piston; bump head line release; debris shield.
Warranty: 90-day commercial
Cost: $250 to $300

Mantis
Model No.: 330105 - 54.5'' extended reach electric hedge trimmer with double edge blades; with 330102 power head
Engine: 110/120V, 850 Watt, 8,000 RPM
Horsepower: 1.14 HP
Weight: 17 lbs.
Special Features: Double-insulated motor; start protection lockout switch; single trigger control; dual-reciprocating high carbon steel blades.
Warranty: 2 years
Cost: $179.90 for power head and hedge trimmer attachment