Landscape & Urban Design Issue 38 2019 | Page 44

NEW ECHO 58V HIGH PERFORMANCE BATTERY HEDGETRIMMER ECHO’s new HT-58V2AH offers petrol performance from a battery powered hedgetrimmer. The 58V hedgetrimmer has the same professional build quality as ECHO’s petrol models and is both powerful and tough. The power the Lithium-ion battery powered motor produces is equal to a petrol model’s output. No effort is required to get started. There’s no mixing of two- stroke, filling a power tool’s tank or storing fuel. It’s just a matter of charge and go! Low noise, no emissions at the point of use and low vibration make this hedgetrimmer ideal for working in areas such as schools and nursing homes, parks, nature reserves and organic gardens. The hedgetrimmer is lightweight and yet boasts enough power to tackle tough hedge cutting jobs. There’s a run time of 90 minutes and it comes with a quick charger to help reduce down time. The standard 2Ah battery is fully charged in just thirty minutes. The battery powers a robust, brushless electric motor that promises to be long lasting and maintenance-free because only non- wearing parts are used. The hedgetrimmer uses an interchangeable Lithium-ion battery ECHO’s awareness of how their system which enables one battery to products will be used is reflected in fit multiple tools. the hedgetrimmer’s design, with its ergonomic front handle for greater ECHO offers a one-year professional manoeuvrability and user comfort. use or two-year domestic warranty Vibration in this model is also exceptionally low compared to petrol powered machines. The 610mm double reciprocating, precision cut blades make light work of trimming and cutting. They give a cleaner cut, regardless of the angle, and are self-sharpening due to the action of the double-sided cutting teeth. Anti-jam technology also ensures continuous cutting. 44 Landscape & Urban Design Issue 38 2019 The extended reach of the blades reduces user effort and the need for frequent repositioning, which means greater productivity for the operator. on the hedgetrimmer which shows they are extremely confident in their machines. This confidence extends to the batteries themselves which have two-year warranty. The ECHO HT-58V2AH hedgetrimmer is part of the new 58V range which also comprises a lawnmower, chainsaw, power blower and trimmer, with two battery types: 2Ah or 4Ah for greater run time. Find out more from your local authorised ECHO dealer, by visiting www.echo-tools.co.uk or by calling 0800 597 7777 for more information