Get on the Cutting Edge with these Trimmers
There are two basic types of trimmers, curved-shaft and straight-shaft. Professional landscapers tend to favor straight-shaft models, claiming they’re more powerful, comfortable, and have a greater reach.
These are recommended if you regularly cut thick, tall grass and weeds. Most landscapers will tell you that you generally get what you pay for in a trimmer and more expensive models generally do a better, faster, more thorough job at accurately trimming your lawn with a minimum of fuss. The exception to the rule is the cordless electric trimmer.
Little Wonder
Little Wonder
- Model No.: 2300-00-01
- HP: Slightly less than 1 hp, 2-cycle commercial grade engine
- Weight: 13 lbs.
- Type of blades: High-Carbon Steel, Double Edge Length of machine: 36”
Shaft, 25” Blade
- Displacement: 22.5 cc
- Handle: Loop
- Accessories: 24” Shaft Extension, extends 30” Shaft to 60” Shaft.
- Special Features: Blade speed of 4,900 cuts per minute, 180 degree blade rotation, quick release shafts, no tool required blade adjustment, shoulder strap.
- Warranty: 1 Year Commercial / 1 Year Consumer
- Cost: List $319
Trim-A-Lawn (Seago International)
Trim-A-Lawn (Seago International)
- Model No.: WT1001
- HP: 2.5
- Weight: 28 lbs.
- Type of blades: String or disc.
- Length of machine: 20”
- Handle: 48” Metal
- Accessories: None
- Special Features: Open sided for level trimming againsts buildings, fences, signs; removable front wheels for use as a brushcutter
- Warranty: 12 months
- Cost: $425
4M Inc.
4M Inc.
- Model No.: H Model
- HP: 3
- Weight: 47 lbs.
- Type of blades: String
- Length of machine: Deck mounted
- Displacement: Hydraulic powered
- Handle: Foot pedal control
- Accessories: Variable speed flow control valve
- Special Features: Tap top string feed, tilt head no preset stops; lateral movement in and out, floating action, one person does two jobs.
- Warranty: 1 year
- Cost: $1,995
Echo Incorporated
Echo Incorporated
- Model No.: SRM-261T
- Weight: 10.9 lbs.
- Type of blades: Optional
- Length of machine: 59” shaft
- Displacement: 25.4 cc
- Handle: Padded front and throttle
- Accessories: Offset “U” Handle, Blade Conversion Kit, Shoulder Strap
- Special Features: High torque model
- Warranty: 1 yr. commercial, 2 yr. consumer, 90 day rental
- Cost: $310
Vandermolen Corp.
Vandermolen Corp.
- Model No.: L2540K trimmer
- HP: Kawasaki C.A.R.B.
- Weight: 10.3 lbs.
- Type of blades: Adjustable by position of debris guard on shaft
- Length of machine: 70Ó shaft
- Displacement: 25.4 cc
- Handle: Loop with safety bar
- Accessories: Throttle lock, deadman throttle engager, finger trigger throttle, on/off slide switch all on shaft handle.
- Special Features: Single should strap, five anti-vibe shaft bushings, full size debris guard with replaceable nylon cutoff knife.
- Warranty: Commercial 1 year
- Cost: $340
Solo, Inc.
Solo, Inc.
- Model No.: 106L
- HP: 0.95
- Weight: 10.1 lbs.
- Type of blades: Cuts with a nylon line head – .095 line
- Length of machine: 59” Shaft
- Displacement: 25cc high performance engine
- Handle: Loop handle is standard
- Accessories: Optional shoulder strap
- Special Features: Brush blade capable
- Warranty: 2 years
- Cost: $270
Tanaka
Tanaka
- Model No.: THT-210S
- HP: 1.1
- Weight: 11 lbs.
- Type of blades: Double-sided, dual reciprocating
- Length of machine: 26” Blades
- Displacement: 21 cc
- Handle: QuickLock 5-position rear handle
- Accessories: Tanaka Perfect Mix Two-stroke Oil
- Special Features: S-Start reduces the amount of pull-force
required by 60 percent
- Warranty: 1 year professional
- Cost: $360
Husqvarna
Husqvarna
- Model No.: 324Lx
- HP: 1.1 hp
- Weight: 11.2 lbs.
- Length of machine: 1483 mm/58.5 inches
- Displacement: 1.5 cu. inch/ 25.0cm3
- Handle: Soft loop handle, can be easily adjusted without tools.
- Accessories: Shoulder straps or harness systems sold separately.
- Special Features: Fuel efficient 4-stroke engine; exclusive SmartStart feature makes starting easier
- Warranty: 2 years
- Cost: $350
Shindaiwa
Shindaiwa
- Model No.: T2510
- HP: 1.1
- Weight: 11.0 lbs dry weight
- Type of blades: trimmer head only
- Length of machine: 67.3Ó
- Displacement: 24.5cc
- Handle: Loop
- Accessories: Speed-Feed¨ Trimmer Head
- Special Features: ShindaiwaÕs patented C4 Technology¨; light and responsive;* one of the first 2-stroke/4-stroke hybrid trimmer in the industry.
- Warranty: 1 year commercial, 2 year consumer
- Cost: $370
Maruyama U.S., Inc.
Maruyama U.S., Inc.
- Model No.: BC2321
- HP: 1.1
- Weight: 12.1 lbs.
- Type of blades: Trimmer head included, compatible with various blades
- Length of machine: 68 inches
- Displacement: 22.5cc
- Handle: Loop
- Accessories: Various heads and blades available
- Special Features: Recoil assist starter system
- Warranty: 2 year commercial
- Cost: Varies
DR¨ Power Equipment
DR¨ Power Equipment
- Model No.: Commercial model self-Propelled DR¨ Trimmer/Mower
- HP: 6.75
- Weight: 88 lbs
- Length of machine: 48Ó
- Displacement: 190cc
- Handle: Fully adjustable handlebars with foam grip.
- Accessories: Optional patented Beaver Blade attachment uses a circular, chainsaw-style chain to cut saplings and small trees up to 3Ó thick; optional Edging, Aerating and cultivating attachments.
- Special Features: Adjustable trimming height from 1.5Ó to about 4Ó; constant Tension Mechanism that automatically adjusts the drive belt and creates a smooth transfer of power from the engine to the transmission.
- Warranty: Six month risk free trial
- Cost: $789.65
TMC Power Equipment, Inc.
TMC Power Equipment, Inc.
- Model No.: KPW2950V
- HP: 1.4
- Weight: 13 lbs.
- Length of machine: 62”
- Displacement: 29.5cc
- Handle: Aluminum
- Accessories: Metal debris shield, metal engine stand, vibration dampers at clutch housing and handle mount.
- Special Features: 2005 EPA compliant 2-cycle engine, 7 mm solid steel drive shaft.
- Warranty: 1 year
- Cost: $380
John Deere
John Deere
- Model No.: XT140LE
- HP: 1.4 HP
- Weight: Lightweight at 12 pounds (5.4 kg) for ease of use and operator comfort
- Type of blades: Double-sided, double reciprocating
- Length of machine: Shaft length 5in. (12.7 cm)
- Displacement: 25.6 cc
- Handle: D-Barrier Accessories: Optional mini-tiller attachment available; brushcutter blade available; bicycle handle conversion kit available.
- Special Features: Can be converted to pole saw, hedge trimmer, or cultivator for added versatility; commercial EZ Loadª string head provides fast, accurate line feed for increased productivity.
- Warranty: Commercial 1-year limited, lifetime shaft and ignition.
- Cost: $400
