Petrol Hedgetrimmers £200-£299

MTD-Lawnflite E2220W Petrol Hedgecutter

The Lawnflite E2220W Petrol Hedgecutter is packed with professional-grade features and is driven by a powerful, fuel-efficient and highly-dependable 23cc Kawasaki engine. These superb power-units are renowned for their outstanding power-to-weight ratio (vital when choosing a hedgecutter) and are always easy to start.

Manufactured in Japan by world-leaders Kaaz, the Lawnflite E2220W Petrol Hedgecutter is equipped with a long 56cm (22") double-sided blade with ultra-sharp teeth. These features combine with the fact that the blades are dual-reciprocating (both the upper and lower parts move) to ensure you'll race through the job far faster than you would with a regular hedgetrimmer.

The Lawnflite E2220W has an optimised centre-of-gravity, an ergonomic soft-grip handle, and it weighs a mere 4.8kg, so it will put minimum strain on your hands and arms.

- High power-to-weight ratio for fast, efficient cutting
- Economical and easy to start Kawasaki engine
- Outstanding build-quality for years of unfailing service
- Lightweight, comfortable and easy to control

Engine: Kawasaki
Engine capacity: 23cc
Blade type: double-sided, dual-reciprocating
Blade length: 56cm / 22"
Sound Power Vibration Level: 6.4 / 7.3
Weight: 4.8kg

Ryobi HTK2360MT Petrol Hedge Trimmer

The Ryobi 25.5cc Petrol Hedge Trimmer features a full-crank engine for extended engine life and reduced vibration, while its special diaphragm carburettor allow it to used at any angle without the engine cutting out. It also has a 600mm double-sided, double action blade with an instant stop brake and a front blade guard for added safety. Its five-position rotating handle maximises operator comfort and starting is made easy thanks to its electronic ignition. A plug spanner and two hex-wrenches are included as standard.

Engine capacity: 22.5cc
Tank capacity: 0.5 litre
Blade length: 600mm
Cutting capacity: 28mm
Weight: 5kg

Makita HTR4900 Double-Sided Petrol Hedgetrimmer (Double-Sided)

Driven by a powerful, dependable and clean-running two-stroke engine, the Makita HTR4900 Petrol Hedgetrimmer is equipped with a dual-action blade, which is ideal for precision shaping. Its ultra-lightweight design, optimised centre-of-gravity and soft-grip handle combine to maximise comfort and control; while its handy rotating rear-handle allows you to make adjustments to suit your desired working position.

Included: blade guard, spanners, goggles

Engine: 2-stroke
Cubic capacity: 21cc
Horsepower: 0.83hp (DIN)
Power rating: 620w
Tank capacity: 0.4 litres
Blade length: 490mm
Blade type: double sided
Net weight: 4.7kg

Makita HTR5600 Petrol Hedgetrimmer (Double-Sided)

The Makita HTR5600 Petrol Hedgetrimmer is driven by a powerful and clean-running two-stroke engine which is equipped with electronic-ignition for hassle-free cold-weather starting. Its precision-manufactured dual-action blade performs quickly and efficiently when cutting, and smoothly and precisely when shaping. The HTR5600 also benefits from its ultra-lightweight design, comprehensive-vibration isolation, wide-trigger control and soft-grip handle, all of which combine to make it exceptionally comfortable to use and easy to control.

Included: blade guard, spanners, goggles

Engine: 2-stroke
Cubic capacity: 24.5cc
Horsepower: 1.18hp (DIN)
Power rating: 880w
Tank capacity: 0.61 litres
Blade length: 560mm
Blade type: Double-sided
Net weight: 5.1kg

Handy THPPS Pro Multicutter

A versatile, five-in-one package, the Handy THPPS Pro Multicutter provides all the tools you need to maintain a neat-and-tidy garden with the minimum of effort. The following attachments are included:

Brushcutter – the brushcutter attachment is equipped with a robust metal-blade head, allowing you to scythe easily through thick, well established grass, weeds and scrub.

Line Trimmer – with its nylon-line head, the line-trimmer attachment is ideal for lighter-duty applications, such as keeping lawn-edges in-check and tidying small areas that are inaccessible with your mower.

Hedgetrimmer – thanks to its generous 40cm blade, the hedgetrimmer attachment will make short work of a larger hedge. Its 90° rotating cutter-head not only makes it easier to fashion more intricate shapes, but also allows you to access the tops of high hedges.

Pruner – the pruner attachment makes it easy to cut-back trees and tame overgrown shrubs. It has a 25.5cm guide-bar.

Extension pole – the 67cm extension pole is for use with the pruner attachment. When it’s fitted, you’ll have no trouble lopping higher branches.


The Handy THPPS Pro is powered by a high-performance 33cc two-stroke engine, with a full-crank for outstanding long-term reliability. Its lightweight construction, double shoulder-harness and ergonomic ‘loop’-type handle work to ensure it couldn’t be more comfortable to use or easier to control.

Engine: 33cc, two-stroke with full crank
Blade length (hedgetrimmer attachment): 40cm
Guide-bar length (pruner attachment): 25.5cm
Extension pole length: 67cm
Handle-type: ‘loop’
Harness: yes

Hitachi CH55EB (ST) Petrol Hedgetrimmer (Double-Sided)

The Hitachi CH55EB (ST) Petrol Hedgetrimmer is powered by a reliable and quiet-running 21.1cc (0.74kW) engine with S-Start for hassle-free pull-starts. Its 550mm double-sided blade allows you to cut in both directions for fast and efficient trimming; while its quick-twist handle makes shaping easy, and can be adjusted for both right- and left-handed use. This model is well balanced and weighs just 4.6kg, so you’ll have no handling problems.

Displacement: 21.1cc
Maximum power: 0.74kW
Fuel-tank capacity: 350cc
Blade length: 550mm
Cutter pitch: 35mm
Cutter speed: 0.75m/second
At rated speed: 7000/min
Blade type: double sided
Dimensions (L x W x H): 953 x 234 x 220mm
Dry weight: 4.6kg

Alpina HT- M-60 Petrol Hedgetrimmer

Combining total freedom of movement with considerable reserves of power, the Alpina HT- M-60 Petrol Hedgetrimmer is a superbly engineered tool, capable of cutting back even thick, woody hedges with ease. With its lightweight design, highly effective anti-vibration system and perfect centre of gravity, the HT-60-K is exceptionally easy to use. Operator comfort is further enhanced thanks to its adjustable handgrip which rotates through 180°, giving you absolute control at any working angle. Other features include double blades with precisely calculated tooth-spacing for maximum effectiveness; and a large hand-guard for added safety.

Engine: Mitsubishi 25.4 cc / 0.8 kW
Blade length: 24" double sided
Handle: Rear rotating
Teeth distance: 28mm
Carburettor: Wallbro diaphragm
Weight: 5.70kg

Makita HTR7610 Petrol Hedgetrimmer (Single-Sided)

Thanks to its combination of a high-power two-stroke engine and single-sided blade, the Makita HTR7610 Petrol Hedgetrimmer is ideal for the fast and efficient cutting of well-established shrubs and hedges. Features include an offset handle, wide trigger-control and an offset rear-handle for excellent control and enhanced operator comfort; and a highly-durable gear-head for an extended service-life.

Included: Blade guard

Engine: 2-stroke
Cubic capacity: 24.5cc
Horsepower: 1.18hp (DIN)
Power rating: 880w
Tank capacity: 0.61 litres
Blade length: 750mm
Blade type: Single-sided
Net weight: 5.4kg

Alpina HT- M-75 Petrol Hedgetrimmer

A superbly engineered tool, the Alpina HT- M-75 Petrol Hedgetrimmer combines freedom of movement with a superior power-to-weight ratio to produce a machine that is equally at home in both commercial and large-scale domestic environments. Its twin blades have a precisely calculated tooth-spacing allowing it to deal with thick, woody hedges with no problem; while its optimised centre of gravity, highly effective anti-vibration system and lightweight build make it extremely comfortable to use. Ease of use is further enhanced thanks to its 180° rotating handgrip which gives you total control at any working angle.

Engine: Mitsubishi 25.4 cc / 0.8 kW
Blade length: 29" single sided
Teeth distance: 28mm
Carburettor: Wallbro diaphragm
Weight: 5.37kg