Long Reach Hedge Trimmer
The long reach hedge trimmer is ideal for trimming high up on the tops of garden hedges, you can get them in petrol, electric cable,or battery powered versions.
A battery powered long reach hedge trimmer is extremely versatile when trimming, it does not make the same amount of noise as the petrol versions do and there is no electric cables to worry about when in use, they will easily trim branches up to 8mm thick and last up to 45 minutes on one charge.
With the long reach hedge trimmer there is no need to use ladders to get to the top of your hedge, you can also use this type for trimming low to the ground as well, which saves you having to bend your back to get to the low down branches which can result in back pain.
The weight of a long reach hedge trimmer is a consideration for some people, they are not that much heavier than an ordinary hedge trimmer, for example a battery powered trimmer will weigh around the 1.5kg mark, some types of trimmer will have you wear the battery around your waste to make the unit even lighter to use.
One piece of advice before you purchase the battery powered long reach hedge trimmer is to try and get two batteries, the reason for this is that when you are using the trimmer to cut your hedge you can have the spare battery on charge.
This will give you double the cutting time for your garden hedge approximately 90 minutes for some makes, you will have to check the manufactures information to make sure you get the right trimmer for the size of your garden hedge.
You will find the petrol type long reach hedge trimmer can be a bit on the heavy side when used for long periods of time, these tend to be used by commercial gardeners and are not that popular among home owners.
If you are thinking of purchasing this type then you will have to take into account the weight of the machine and the noise these machines produce, they can be heavy to use and you will need to be reasonably fit to produce a great looking hedge with one of these types of long reach hedge trimmer.
Not only will you find these trimmers to be noisy they also produce quite a lot of exhaust fumes when running, so make sure you have the proper safety equipment before starting to cut your hedge, for example, face mask and ear protectors should be used at all times when operating a petrol long reach hedge trimmer.
So if you have a hedge that is high and you want to trim it without using ladders then look for a cordless long reach hedge trimmer.
Below we have listed a few of the more popular types of long reach hedge trimmer for you to look at, you will also find the manufactures information to help you decide which trimmer would be best for you.
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Black & Decker LPHT120 22-Inch 20-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless long reach Hedge Trimmer.
Perfect for clipping tall, awkwardly sited, or hard-to-reach hedges and shrubs, the Black & Decker LPHT120 long reach hedge trimmer
features head and power ends that connect for a useable length of 6-1/2 feet and effective trimming up to 10 feet high.
The 180-degree pivoting head also adjusts to five different positions with the slide of a button–perfect for cutting both high- and low-growing hedges.
The long reach hedge trimmer is powered by a 20-volt Max lithium-ion battery that offers a longer lifespan and retains its charge 5x longer than similar 18-volt NiCad batteries.
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CEL PS1 POWERstick 12 Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric 10-Inch Dual Action Hedge Trimmer/10-Inch String Trimmer Combo.
With this 12 volt lithium-ion long reach hedge trimmer you have both a grass trimmer and a hedge trimmer 2-in-1.
It is a lightweight and robust alternative to the more conventional gas products on the market. By extending its telescopic aluminum tube, there is a max. reach up to 13 feet; reaching the top of bushes and under shrubs is now easy.
The one hour fast charger means you don't have to think about using the product days in advance. The quick change head system allows you to fit on the grass trimmer/hedge trimmer head quickly and easily.
The hedge trimmer head has 10-inch dual action blades. A powerful motor with 1200 strokes per min, and 90 degrees rotating head for cutting at different angles.
The grass trimmer head has a cutting diameter of 10-inch, 90 degrees rotating head for both trimming and edging, and this long reach hedge trimmer also comes with 10 spare nylon blades.
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Poulan Pro PP338PT 8-Inch 33cc 2-Stroke Gas Powered Pole Pruner With String Trimmer Attachment.
Poulan Pro 33cc Pole Pruner with Trimmer Attachment Included.
2-cycle gas engine. Attachment capable straight shaft. 8-Inch bar and chain auto gear drive oiler. J-Handle.
Trimmer head included. Pole Pruner extends up to 12-Feet with your arms extended using this long reach hedge trimmer.
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