How to choose a petrol trimmer?

The need for careful maintenance of the tool, expensive maintenance and repairs, increased consumption of gasoline and engine oil.

3. Universal trimmers. Such devices represent an intermediate solution between household and professional models. Engine power is in the range of 1-3 HP, and this is enough not only to combat unwanted grass, but also to cut thin bushes, young weeds. The working part can be made in the form of a three-bladed knife, or in the form of nylon fishing line. As a rule, such a device is focused on serving a large area, but its own, and not for professional work. You need to take breaks at almost the same frequency as when using a household solution. But the maintenance costs are comparable to professional models. Fuel and oil consumption is at an acceptable level, but it also needs to be mixed when feeding.

Pluses. The device is distinguished by its average price, acceptable fuel consumption, long service life, and versatility.

Cons. The device requires careful maintenance, oil is filled with gasoline, the noise level is very high, and there is usually no anti-vibration system.

4. Motor-scythes. The professional models, tailored for the most demanding tasks, closely resemble conventional trimmers. But, unlike them, the devices are able to cope with very difficult work: cutting off thick bushes and young trees. This is achieved due to a powerful motor (over 3 HP) and a series of attachments, including a metal knife and a spool with polyamide thread. The rest of the device completely duplicates a professional trimmer: there is a shoulder girdle, and control from the handle, and an anti-vibration system. But with such a set of advantages, there are certain disadvantages: a very high price, the need for periodic maintenance, extremely expensive repairs. This solution is suitable for processing a huge area and daily work, including many hours of non-stop work.

Petrol trimmer-lawn mower (brushcutter) MATRIX BMS 1150

Pros. The presence of several attachments, a wide scope of use, low noise, high power, the possibility of long-term non-stop work, full versatility, shoulder strap, convenient control directly from the handle, straight shaft (high strength and reliability).

Cons. Very high cost, constant service, high oil and gas consumption, heavy weight.

Let's summarize what was said in the table:

Types of petrol trimmers Pluses Cons Models
Household- Flexible shaft- Maneuverability- Light weight- Affordable price- Compactness

- Ability to replace consumables

- Inconvenient arrangement of buttons- High noise level- Short service life- Weak working part- No anti-vibration system (on most models)

- Limited use

- Filling with petrol with oil

- Small cutting width

HUTER GGT-800T, ZIGZAG GS 300 S, Mega ВС 260, STERN Austria GGT-1600N
Professional- Straight shaft- Long service life- Ease of use- Anti-vibration system- Convenient arrangement of control buttons

- Shoulder strap

- Low noise (four engines)

- Various compartments for oil and gasoline

- Possibility of mounting a milling cutter

- Large cutting width

- Grass catcher (on some models)

- The need for careful maintenance of the tool - Expensive maintenance and repairs - High cost - Increased consumption of gasoline and engine oilSilen GT YS-GX35, Makita EM 2500 U, Hitachi CG22EJ, Alpina BS 29 DS, Husqvarna 143R-II, Husqvarna 323R II, Makita DBC 400
Universal- Average price- Reasonable fuel consumption- Long service life- Versatility- Wide range of use (compared to domestic solutions)- Necessity of careful maintenance - Oil filled with gasoline - High noise level - Anti-vibration system, usually not availableWattGarden WMT-1852LB, Husqvarna 122C, Eland GTR-145, Craftop NTBC 650
Motorcycle trimmers- Multiple attachments - Wide range of applications - Low noise - High power - Long-term non-stop operation

- Complete versatility

- Shoulder strap

- Convenient control directly from the handle

- Straight shaft

- Stabilization and anti-vibration system

- Very high cost - Continuous service - High oil and gasoline consumption - High weight - Expensive repairs

- Special conditions storage

- As a rule, non-separable (only the working part is removed, and the rod is not disassembled)

ECO GTP-185, ECO GTP-145, Mega ВС 305

Other useful tips for choosing petrol trimmers:

  1. Hold the device in your hands, check how hard it is to work with, see if you can use it during the day.
  2. When buying a gasoline trimmer, you should also purchase headphones, a mask, gloves, preferably a system for attaching the device to the torso (the load on the spine is reduced). The shoulder strap is very convenient for non-professionals, since the device has to be held with outstretched arms, and this is very harmful for people with back diseases.
  3. When purchasing a trimmer, pay attention to whether it can be disassembled or not. Since all devices have impressive dimensions, their storage and transportation in a prepared form will be quite difficult.
  4. When testing the device, make sure that the engine does not emit extraneous sounds and does not "spit" black smoke. This is a sure sign that he will not be able to work for long.
  5. Regardless of which model is used at work, it requires periodic rest, which is also beneficial for the owner.

How to choose a petrol trimmer

  1. Intended use. If the device will be used exclusively for mowing grass and maintaining the lawn in a decent form, then a household option is quite suitable. For professional work or maintenance of a large area, you need a professional trimmer or brushcutter with a very powerful motor that can be used without stopping for several hours.
  2. Purchase budget. If you are significantly limited in money, pay attention to electric options, which are several times cheaper than gasoline ones. But if funds allow, be sure to buy a professional trimmer. It keeps well in all conditions and ensures a long service life.
  3. Frequency of use. For work for 1-2 hours a week, a household trimmer is suitable, for use for 3-4 hours a day - a professional one, but for the most difficult and responsible tasks you will need a brushcutter.
  4. Physical capabilities of the user. Household solutions are not only affordable, but also lightweight. It will be very difficult for a woman or teenager to cope with a professional trimmer or brushcutter, as they have high power and create a strong vibration.
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