Rating of petrol trimmers

To date, the gas trimmer has become an indispensable attribute of most household farms. This unpretentious unit will help to cope with unnecessary vegetation on the site, and he is able to mow not only grass, but even thin branches of trees. To determine which unit performs its functions better than others, we will list the best manufacturers of trimmers, as well as the top 10 devices that, according to many users, are worthy examples in their class of technology.

Popular trimmer manufacturers

The most popular models are developed by several brands.

1. The first manufacturer of famous brand STIHL produces extremely reliable and affordable gasoline trimmers. The office is located in Germany,The instrument manufacturing plant is located in the People's Republic of China. This brand is loved and appreciated for its quality, reasonable price tag and excellent performance.
   
2. Next is a well-known firm. ECHO. This brand has been on the market for gasoline trimmers long enough to compromise on quality and comfort. The company relies on maximum comfort when trimming grass. This is largely due to the well-designed anti-vibration system. The cost of trimmers for mowing grass from this brand is slightly higher than that of models from second-tier brands.
   

3. HUSQVARNA. Practically every summer resident, who once held a gasoline trimmer in his hands, used or even heard about the products of this brand. The trademark "Huskvarna" is very popular in our country. Reliable and durable devices, unpretentious to maintain - it's all about them. The headquarters of the manufacturer is based in Sweden, the production of components and the devices themselves are scattered around the world.
   

4. As you know, American hardware, as well as devices for the care of the backyard plot are very popular all over the world.For lovers of gasoline trimmers from the United States there is a brand PATRIOT. These are unpretentious and reliable devices that you can really rely on. The equipment from “Patriot” will serve faithfully for more than one year, and the amount of mown grass can be measured with football fields. Initially, the production of parts and devices was based in North America, then it was transferred to mainland China.
   
5. FORESTER. Many buyers, coming to the store for the next petrol trimmer, ask the question: what is it? Representatives of the company have to explain that “Forester” is a joint venture that unites Chinese and Russian business. The Russian representative office of the company provides branding and market positioning, while Chinese partners are responsible for the material part of the project - production. First of all, the Forester brand is known for its availability. In terms of price, the firm is a serious competitor to eminent European and American brands. Also, the Forester has a well-developed service of warranty and post-warranty service throughout the country.
   

All these manufacturers have earned the trust of customers due to consistently high quality and reliability.But good units are found in other brands. Below we look at 10 successful trimmers, we give their pros and cons, as well as the main technical characteristics.

10. CAIMAN WX24

Grass trimmer from a highly specialized brand. Despite the relatively high price, this model has gained popularity due to its reliability. Among other characteristics good cutting width (23 cm) and the ability to install a brush cutter / delimber. The gasoline engine, two-stroke, with a working volume of 23 cc, is equipped with a locking brake. The handle is perfect for hand carriers, because The center of gravity can be shifted at any convenient time. The deck is made of reliable plastic, as is the whole body, with the exception of the rod and the mounting of the reel with the fishing line. The handle has the shape of the letter "T". The device is equipped anti-vibration system. The set includes a knife blade, a portable strap for fixing over the shoulder and a fishing line with a reusable reel. The price of the device 20990r.

Prices CAIMAN WX24:

9.Makita EM2600U

Listing the best models of 2017, we should mention the brand "Makita". This manufacturer is widely represented in our country and has an excellent reputation in the market of building and finishing equipment. Presented model - The optimum ratio of price and quality. Grass trimmer costs 16990 r. A distinctive feature is the ability to work at elevated speeds (up to 8800 rev / min).

The design does not imply a grass catcher, so the mulch will have to be harvested by hand.

The gasoline engine has a power of 1.10 hp The fuel system is designed to produce 0.6 liter capacity in one mowing session. The handle has the ability to adjust. Straight barbell coupled with a T-shaped bicycle handle provides high comfort. Included is only a reel with a removable fishing line and a knife for mowing bushes. The total weight of the device is 5 kg.

Prices Makita EM2600U:

8. ECHO SRM-2655SI (L)

Model from the world famous brand.Price list (18891 p.) Can not be called the most affordable in the segment, but the quality of the manufacturer and the characteristics largely justify it. The two-stroke gasoline engine has a power of 1.2 hp, and is located in the upper part of the apparatus. In stock emergency engine blocking system. The maximum number of revolutions per minute. The capacity for fuels and lubricants has a volume of 650 ml, given the average consumption, this should be enough for a long time.

The handle (D-shaped) has the possibility of adjustment in height. The deck and body are made of plastic, the trimmer bar is straight. The noise emitted by the device during operation corresponds to the average characteristics of the class (106 dB). In addition to the shoulder strap belt, there is a reel with a fishing line and a knife blade in the configuration. The weight of the device is not a record (5.9 kg), but with prolonged use of the arms and shoulders do not get tired. In general, the manufacturer managed to make reliable and durable trimmerwhich will certainly find its buyer.

Prices ECHO SRM-2655SI:

7Interskol KB-25 / 33B

Trimmer for grass domestic development and Chinese production. In terms of reliability, the brand can easily match the models of the Forester, but prices at Interskol are much lower. Thus, KB-25 is available from 4646 p. Perhaps this is one of the most interesting solutions among inexpensive mowers. The portable trimmer is equipped with a high-speed engine (up to 7500 rpm) and a mowing width of up to 43 cm. There is no collection box and mulching, and you should not wait for such a small amount. The total engine power is 1.25 hp.

The model is available only with the upper engine layout.

The fuel system is equipped with a volumetric tank (0.8 l), the deck and body are made of sturdy plastic. In the configuration reel with fishing line and one steel blade. The device turned out quite weighty: curb weight of 7.3 kg.

Prices Interskol KB-25 / 33B:

6. Oleo-Mac Sparta 25

If you still choose which trimmer is better to buy, you should pay attention to the model from Oleo Mak. Price (14690 r) classifies the device to the middle segment."Spartan" has an engine with a total capacity of 1 hp with a cutting width of up to 40 cm. The engine is mounted on top, a straight rod goes down from it. The system has an emergency brake. Capacity for fuel on 750 gr will allow to process large space at a time. A reel with a regular fishing line (medium thickness) and a blade knife are supplied with the device.

Weight "Oleo" is 6.2 kg, which can not be called a record, but in itself is a pretty good result. A comfortable grip (bicycle) helps to spend less effort when working with the device, and the straight bar absorbs most of the inertia received by hitting a hard surface (soil, stone or stump) in time. 24 cc working volume allows you to work out even areas with high thick grass. Models from the brand "Oleo" have reliable starting and ignition system, so that they start up twice as often, even after a long idle time.

Prices Oleo-Mac Sparta 25:

5. AL-KO 112387 FRS 4125

The ranking of the best will be incomplete without mentioning the brand AL-KO. Domestic consumer, this company is known primarily for its garden equipment. The considered model automatically falls into the “middle class”. Given its price tag (9290 r), it fits into the budget solution. This trimmer can be considered optimal apparatus for giving. The two-stroke gasoline engine has a power of 1.2 hp. Another parameter for which to choose the presented model is the cutting width - here it is equal to 41 cm.

A straight barbell will allow you to work without straining your lower back, and the repayment system for the main vibration potential will help you enjoy the process.

Included is a standard knife blade, a shoulder strap belt (adjustable) and a reel with a fishing line inside. The power supply system is represented by a 700-gram fuel tank. The weight of the device is 7 kg. Of course, you can find a model easier, but in this case, a very light trimmer can play a negative role, because the weight gives extra effort for optimal mowing.

Prices AL-KO 112387 FRS 4125:

4. Hitachi CG22EAS

In fourth place is the best professional trimmer from the Hitachi brand. At a cost of 8790 p. It has the following set of characteristics: rotation with a speed of up to 9900 rpm, two-stroke motor with a power of 0.85 hp with a volume of 21 cc. Engine layout - top. The device is equipped anti-vibration system, which greatly increases the level of comfort during use. The volume for fuel is relatively small, only 450 ml, but this is quite enough to cope with a lawn of medium size. The handle design provides for height adjustment, the handle is standard, T-shaped. The deck and the body is made of sturdy plastic. The kit comes with a reel with a fishing line inside, a blade and a shoulder strap for secure fixation of the device.

But you can’t call a quiet trimmer: the noise level produced during operation is 107 dB, which exceeds the sound level that is comfortable for human perception. That is why in the instruction manual it is recommended to use headphones during operation. But this disadvantage is compensated by relative ease: the trimmer weight is only 4.7 kg.

Prices Hitachi CG22EAS:

3. Huter GGT-1000T

If you want to choose last year's models (2016), then you should pay attention to the 1000T. Brand "Huter" is known for its reliability. This trimmer, despite its availability (5000 rubles), will pleasantly surprise you with its durability. The review will not be complete without a brief listing of its characteristics: the cut-off length is 25 cm, the level of the noise produced is up to 96 dB, the ability to replace the disc on the brush cutter or pruner. The last option significantly improves the functionality of the device. The standard two-stroke gasoline engine has a power of 1.35 hp. with top layout type. The engine is equipped with an emergency braking system. The handle provides the ability to adjust the height, deck and body plastic, but the material is pleasant to the touch. The package is quite standard: a reel with a fishing line, a knife blade and a belt for fixing on the shoulder. The mass of the device is 8.8 kg.

Prices Huter GGT-1000T:

2. Daewoo Power Products DABC 4ST

If you decide which of the four-stroke gasoline mowers to give preference, you should pay attention to the model, which occupies the second line in the top-10. The company "Daewoo" produces construction and cleaning equipment long enough to gain the necessary experience. The proposed model has a price tag of 11590 p. The slice level is 42 cm. Mulching and the collection box on this device are not available, but you can change the line for a brush cutter or a lopper. Four stroke engine 1.50 hp installed with the upper layout, has an emergency locking system. The deck and body are made entirely of plastic. Comes with a reel with a fishing line, a belt and a disk for sawing knots. The mowing volume is 25 cm. The weight of the device is quite light - only 5.3 kg. If you are looking for a simple, reliable, and at the same time affordable device, then this model is just what you need.

Prices Daewoo Power Products DABC 4ST:

1. Husqvarna 128R

If you prefer exceptionally powerful grass trimmers, then pay attention to the winner of today's ranking - the Husqvarna gas mower. At a cost of 13,490 r, the model has a number of decisive advantages: the level of grass cut is as much as 45 cm, a two-stroke gasoline engine with a power of 1.10 hp. in the top row. Engine displacement - 28 cubic see. Maximum speed - 8000. There is an option for emergency locking of the motor. The volume of the tank for fuel is equal 400 ml. The handle is adjustable for height, but not for departure. The material of the body and deck - the usual plastic. The set includes a fixed reel with a fishing line, a blade-knife and a belt for fixing it on the shoulder. The weight of the device is only 5 kg. But love and appreciate the brand "Huskvarna" is not for these characteristics: in the first place, it gained popularity due to its "indestructibility". The model will serve you for a long time, and from its use you will get a lot of positive emotions.

Prices Husqvarna 128R:

Conclusion

Choosing a gasoline trimmer, you should pay attention to the brands that were mentioned at the beginning of the article, as well as the models listed in the top-10. Choosing from this list, you will get a reliable and durable device that will serve you faithfully for quite a long time. High price, as can be observed from the rating, is not always the key to excellent quality. If you wish, you can find reliable device at an affordable pricewhich does not hit hard on the family budget.