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ECHO brush cutters (petrol trimmers) are produced in Japan. The line of gas mowers includes 12 models with different engine sizes and power, from small ones suitable for trimming the lawn, like the ECHO SRM 2305si and ECHO gt 22ges, to more powerful ones, such as the ECHO SRM 4605, capable of mowing tall weeds and small bushes.
Features of ECHO braids
From 12 models you can choose the one that suits your specific task. Less powerful ones are suitable for soft grass and lawns, while more powerful ones are suitable for combating tall, hard grass and trimming small shrubs.
- As a cutting tool, ECHO brush cutters can be equipped with a fishing line or a steel knife, and in some varieties also a plastic knife.
- The scythes are equipped with two-stroke gasoline engines that are fueled with a gasoline-oil mixture.
- The crankshaft is forged, which is also a plus.
- The easy start feature makes it easy to get started.
- There is a cold engine start function and an anti-vibration function.
- Air filters can be foam or felt and are easy to clean.
The trigger stopper protects against accidental pressing. There is a lock for easy removal of the cutting disc. To allow the user to see the fuel level, the tank is made of translucent material.The bar can be straight or curved; heavy models are equipped with a shoulder strap and an additional handle for ease of use.
SRM 330ES
This brush cutter has a 30.5 cc motor. cm and power 0.9 kW. It is quite powerful to handle tough grass and weeds. Among the disadvantages, they note the heavy weight - 7.2 kg and the not very convenient location of the fuel tank opening. The brush cutter has a straight adjustable bar, a shoulder strap and an additional handle. The length, not including the cutting head, is 1.83 m. The cutting parts are a steel knife with a diameter of 255 mm and a fishing line with automatic length adjustment.
GT-22GES
This is a small, lightweight trimmer-type lawn mower weighing 4.3 kg. Its power of 0.67 kW and engine volume of 21.3 cc are enough to perform everyday tasks in a suburban area: it is convenient for mowing and trimming the lawn and weeds. Like other ECHO braids, it has the ES (“easy start”) function.
The cutting head of the brush cutter with two 3mm lines is mounted at a sufficient distance from the protective guard to prevent the grass from getting tangled. The handle is a curved rod, the length of the tool is 1465 mm.
SRM 22GES
Lightweight - only 4.8 kg - the ECHO SRM 22GES brush cutter with fishing line and steel disc blade is designed for cutting mainly light grass and is optimal for performing household tasks, for example, in the country. The power of the gas trimmer is 0.67 kW, the engine volume is 21.2 cm3, and the length is 1765 mm. Among the advantages, users note the complete absence of vibration, a comfortable shoulder strap and a U-shaped handle, and among the disadvantages - the absence of a constant pressing button (you have to hold it with your finger) and the knife is not sharp enough.This is a good budget option, which also takes up little storage space.
SRM 2305SI
One of the advantages of this “trimmer” type model is its convenient and safe design, thanks to which the arms and back get little tired during operation. The power of the ECHO SRM 2305SI brush cutter (0.67 kW) is quite enough for lawn care and trimming small shrubs. The engine capacity is 21.2 cm3, the device weighs 6.2 kg. The cutting parts are a 3 mm thick fishing line and a steel knife with a diameter of 23 cm. The swath width with a knife is 23 cm, the cutting width with a fishing line is 43 cm.
SRM 2655SI
This brush cutter has a power of 0.77 kW and a motor volume of 25.4 cm3. With the help of a steel knife, the ECHO 2655SI scythe copes not only with grass, but also with thin shrubs and dry plants. The fishing line is designed for lawn care and grass cutting. The straight shaft with gearbox and U-shaped handle allow you to hold the device comfortably. Tool length - 1790 mm, weight - 6.5 kg.
SRM 265TES
The petrol mower with a 0.9 kW motor and a working volume of 24.5 cm3 has a low noise level. You can install a blade with a swath width of 23 cm or a 2.4 mm fishing line that mows the grass at a distance of 43 cm. The weight of the scythe is 6.1 kg, for convenience there is an additional adjustable U-shaped and shoulder strap.
SRM 335 TES
The ECHO SRM 335 TES brush cutter is designed for professional use. The power of the scythe is 1 kW, the working volume of the motor is 30.5 cm3. You can mow with either a 2.4 mm line with semi-automatic feed or a steel knife. This lawn mower is distinguished by increased torque of the gearbox, which allows you to maintain high speeds during intensive work.
The device has a convenient straight bar, an additional handle and a shoulder strap. The weight of the tool is 6.7 kg.
SRM 350 TES
The motor volume of this brush cutter is 34 cm3, and the power is 1.32 kW. The weight of the device is 7.2 kg, but, according to reviews, thanks to the comfortable belt, this weight is almost invisible. The scythe can be used both on the lawn and for cutting weeds and dead wood.
Among the disadvantages, users note:
- low quality of factory fishing line;
- high noise level.
Among the mentioned advantages:
- reliability;
- low fuel consumption;
- high power;
- An excellent cutting disc that can handle even bushes.
SRM 420 ES
A powerful scythe designed for intensive work and processing large areas. The power of the device is 1.32 kW, the engine capacity is 34 cm3. Among the advantages, those who bought it cite ease of operation, high-quality cutting elements (knife and fishing line), low fuel consumption. The disadvantage is a fairly high level of vibration.
4605
This is the most powerful brushcutter in the line and is designed for heavy loads. Those who use the “echoes” of this model note that it is perfect for working in neglected areas and do not even consider its large weight – 8.7 kg – as a disadvantage. Low fuel consumption is also a plus.
The power of the device is 2.06 kW, the engine displacement is 45.7 cm3. For ease of use, the handle is U-shaped, and there is also a comfortable three-point shoulder strap.
Conclusion
ECHO brush cutters, according to reviews, are of high quality, and this is understandable, because they are made in Japan. The tools of this company are suitable for both household and professional tasks; it is important to choose a model of suitable power.
