Stihl or husky strimmer /brush cutter

[doobin]

We've been looking at brushcutters and it's surprising how heavy they are, and expensive. Now gone off the idea of getting a brushcutter..... We already have an austrian scythe (which is very good on fuel). Now looking at chickens & ducks instead of petrol.

 

(Not joking, an honest comment).

 

But hardly relevant to the topic in discussion?

 

We're talking about contractors tools, not eco friendly living.

 

But if we're going to thread hijack, pigs will knock the spots (pun intended) off chickens and ducks for woodland clearance.

[Stubby]

The offers on the table mate, but I want a go on your Husky!

 

I'm sure they're both pretty much the same- half the Stihl is Husky technology anyway

 

Ruben you are like a Jack Russel with this brush cutter trying thing ! I been on the mower , off the mower , on the brush cutter all over Sussex today bud . Enough is enough !!!!!!

[hedgesparrow]

checked the data on the sthil v honda

Bike-type

Max power output 1.6hp/7000rpm

Power (kW) 1.20

Engine type GX35 mini 4-stroke

Engine size (cc) 35

Fuel capacity (litres) 0.65

Oil capacity (litres) 0.10

Starter mechanism Recoil

Dry Weight (kgs) 7.5

Nylon head Spool

Blade type supplied 3 tooth blade

Noise value (dB(A)) 111

Vibration (m/sec²)

£469

sthil

Displacement cm³ 45.6

Power output kW/bhp 2.2/3.0

Weight kg 1) 8.5

Sound pressure level dB(A) 2) 100

Sound power level dB(A) 2) 113

Vibration levels left/right m/s² 3) 2.5/2.1

Vibration levels left/right with metal blade m/s² 3) 1.9/1.6

Overall length m 4) 1.79 £862.80*

so sthil has more power per data sheet. but my honda does all that i want it to do. and half the price

its up to you to decide.

[Brushcutter]

I think the FS460 is good however i do find it cumbersome compared to the Husky one. The shaft seems too long and it's just off balance.

 

The 545rx is nice but the tank keeps adventuring down the shaft no matter how tight you do it up. It is no way as good as the 345rx that it replaced.

 

Not sure on what i'd get as a replacement to be honest. 460 as the vibes are lower but i t is cumbersome.

[Burgess]

You didn't use a 460 long shaft did you? You can also get them with a shorter shaft as well as the standard.

[Brushcutter]

You didn't use a 460 long shaft did you? You can also get them with a shorter shaft as well as the standard.

 

I think its the 460cm i think. It's the same length as the husky just seems more clunky. I was told the short shaft one for the clearing saw can't take anything other than the saw head by two dealers.

 

Best strimmer i've used was a Husky 345fxt. Heated handles, thumb throttle and a short shaft. It was great.

[AlexB]

The 460 comes with a short shaft but it's rare and usually rrp. The cm is available for pretty close to £500 from fr jones. The husky is a tad less. I've two fs460 used mainly for restock weeding and they've not really let me down. The standard harness is better on the husky but a good harness is available from Stihl but obviously it's extra.

 

 

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[Burgess]

I was told the short shaft one for the clearing saw can't take anything other than the saw head by two dealers.

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Ah right, maybe with the shorter shaft it goes too close to your feet or something.

[SteveA]

But hardly relevant to the topic in discussion?

 

We're talking about contractors tools, not eco friendly living.

 

But if we're going to thread hijack, pigs will knock the spots (pun intended) off chickens and ducks for woodland clearance.

 

So am I... chickens, ducks, pigs & goats could all be contractors tools.

 

But seriously now; the Honda 4 strokes look good, in my opinion. Less noise, less fuel, less vibration.... bit more weight but you'd have a harness anyway.

[hedgesparrow]

So am I... chickens, ducks, pigs & goats could all be contractors tools.

 

But seriously now; the Honda 4 strokes look good, in my opinion. Less noise, less fuel, less vibration.... bit more weight but you'd have a harness anyway.

 

have to agree a austrian sythe in someone who can use one will cut faster neater than any brushcutter and no fuel needed. when i can get time i am going to learn to use one.