If there is a private plot, then there must be grass, for which you need to follow. Lawn grass should be cut and weeds should be mowed completely. You can do this with the help of an ordinary braid, but it is not safe to work. In addition, it is not a universal tool: it will not be able to trim the lawn neatly. Proponents of modern agricultural technology use lawn mowers - this device, of course, is better than a scythe, but even that may not be all.
The lawnmower is too tough for uneven terrain; it cannot overcome the grass near trees, bushes and fences. In the 70s of the last century, a solution to this problem appeared: a grass trimmer was invented. They come in many forms. In this article we will take a closer look at the device of petroltrimmers and features of the best models.
About trimmers
In simple terms, a trimmer is a tool for mowing grass, or a hand mower. The purpose of this tool is to fight grass in small areas and in places inaccessible to the lawnmower. There are models with which you can mow hay and cut down young trees.
Despite the variety of models, all trimmers have a similar design:
- a long hollow rod to which all parts of the device are attached;
- working head, equipped with cutting line or knives;
- engine (electric, battery or gasoline) installed near the head or at the other end of the rod;
- a rotating shaft or cable that is inside the rod and connects the motor with the head;
- handle of different shapes;
- belt (for heavy models) for fixing the instrument in relation to the body.
Did you know? The idea to build a grass trimmer with a rotating mechanism originated in 1971 from an American, George Bollas, when he observed the work of rotating brushes at a car wash.
According to the type of engine, all trimmers are divided into three types:
- Electricpowered by the network. This tool is easy and convenient to operate. Low-power engine attached near the head. The cutting element is the fishing line, which can overcome only young grass. The working area is limited by the length of the extension cable.
- Rechargeable. The power source is a battery that weights the design. But the tool is more powerful and can handle fairly large areas. The engine is both lower and upper. The set of nozzles for the cutting mechanism includes not only a fishing line, but also knives from plastic or metal.
- Petrolor motokosa. The engine occupies only the top position. A two-stroke engine should be filled with a mixture of gasoline and oil, and for a four-stroke engine it is not necessary to dilute the fuel.
To choose the right trimmer for yourself, we advise you to familiarize yourself in more detail with the features of gasoline and electric models, as well as with the rating of the best electric trimmers.
Although the motokosa is quite noisy and heavy, it still has more advantages:
- unlimited mobility, which allows you to handle huge areas;
- powerful engine that makes the design more durable;
- The cutting head is equipped with a large set of different nozzles, thanks to which the motokosa is a universal purpose tool.
Choosing a benzotrimmer
Buying a trimmer, do not rush, so as not to throw money down the drain. First you need to identify the features of your site and care for him:
- size of the cultivated area (large or not);
- the type of mowed vegetation (lawn grass, large weeds, shrubs or hay);
- mowing frequency (often, regularly or occasionally).
Did you know? The first trimmer was called "weed eater" (English "Weed Eater").
Then you need to select the instrument parameters for the tasks:
- Engine. For large areas you need a powerful engine, preferably a four-stroke. For a small area suitable low-power two-stroke engine.
- Cutting tool. From the vegetation in the area depends on the type of cutting attachment. For example, young grass can be mowed with fishing line of different thickness and shape. Do not waste on knives. And for agricultural mowing, you can purchase a special nozzle.
- Lever happens different forms. For short mowings carried out from time to time, it may be convenient to have a D-shaped grip. If you often have to handle a large area, it is better to take a T-shaped handle that looks like a bicycle handlebar. It will be more convenient to work with him.
- Belt. For a short work with a non-heavy tool, you can do with a simple single belt. To make it convenient to work with a heavy motokose for a long time, the best option is a wrist-like belt, which lightens the load on the back and arms.
Having picked up a motokosa according to these criteria, it is necessary to take it in hand, fix the belt and start the engine. Before buying, you need to make sure that the device is suitable in weight, and not too heavy, it is conveniently fixed with a belt and easy to operate. It is necessary to clarify whether this model is suitable for different nozzles.
Important! The power of the tool affects its weight: the more powerful, the heavier. The average weight of the mowers can be from 4 to 8 kg.
Top rated for 2018
Buying a motokosa, I want to choose the best. A good trimmer should be reliable and powerful, lightweight and inexpensive. We provide a rating of the best mowers in these categories.
Top reliability and quality benzotrimmers
Oleo-Mac Sparta 25 It is a very popular model due to its good quality and high reliability.
Specifications:
- the connecting rod and crankshaft are made of steel;
- engine power: 1 l. with.;
- capture line: 40 cm;
- in the set there is a fishing line and a knife;
- price: 4900 UAH., 17 000 rub.
Pros:- reliability proven over the years;
- wide grip line;
- not heavy
- affordable price.
Less: it vibrates a lot if you mix oil and gasoline in the wrong way.
Familiarize yourself with the features of the choice of gas mowers for home and work, and also find out which 5 gas mowers are the best on the market.
Stihl FS 55 has a reputation as a very reliable unit that does not wear out for years.
Specifications:
- easy start with the Ergo Start system;
- it is universal in operation: mows a grass and high weeds;
- weight: 5 kg;
- handle: folding with a height adjustment;
- power and volume of the motor: 1 l. with. and 27 cu. cm;
- tank capacity: 0.33 l;
- cutting line width: 38 cm;
- knives rotate at a speed of 7700 rpm;
- price: 6000 UAH., 15,990 rubles.
Pros:
- reliability and endurance;
- ease;
- good power with low weight;
- reduced noise and vibration.
Minus: small diameter of a knife.
Stihl FS 130, like the previous Chinese-made German, is highly reliable.
Specifications:
- 4-stroke engine saves time and gasoline;
- engine power: 1.9 liters. with.;
- weight: 5.9 kg;
- endurance: 4-5 hours of continuous loads;
- complete fishing line and knife;
- tank capacity: 0.55 l;
- price: 12 900 UAH., 26 990 rub.
Pros:
- very reliable;
- powerful;
- light;
- economical;
- low vibration and noise.
The best popular gas trimmers for the price
PATRIOT PT 4555 ES has the lowest cost among quality trimmers.
Specifications:
Pros:
- budget;
- power;
- reliability;
- convenience;
- well staffed.
Cons: reel winding long grass.
PATRIOT PT 555 is the most powerful representative of budget trimmers. 
Specifications:
- powerful engine (3 hp.);
- rigid reliable shaft;
- a full set of nozzles (reel with fishing line, three-blade knife and a disk for cutting trees);
- comfortable U-handle;
- gas trigger has a lock;
- engine capacity is 52 cu. cm;
- tank holds 1.2 liters of fuel;
- knives rotate at a speed of 6500 rpm;
- mows a strip of 51 cm;
- price: 3227 UAH., 9399 rub.
Pros:
- low cost;
- high power;
- reliability and durability;
- good equipment;
- convenience.
Minuses:
- big weight;
- high gas mileage.
Huter GGT-2500S mows grass, shrubs and hay easily.
Specifications:
- 2500 W two-stroke motor (3.4 hp);
- weight: 7 kg;
- shoulder strap;
- the bar is folding;
- in a set: scaffold and bladed knife;
- capture fishing line: 25.5 cm;
- the ability to install a brush cutter;
- cost: 6090 rubles.
Pros:
- high power;
- universal;
- well equipped;
- you can install additional knives and wheels;
- economical fuel consumption;
- low price and cheap service.
Minuses:
- heavy;
- uncomfortable in girth.
Top power petroltrimmers
Stihl FS 490 C-EM K considered the most powerful benzotrimmer.
Specifications:
- 3.3 liter engine with. and a volume of 52 cu. cm;
- fully equipped for cutting grass and shrubs;
- gearbox optimized for cutting trees;
- the knife rotates at a speed of 10130 rpm;
- easy to run;
- cost: UAH 26,000., 53,990 rubles.
Pros:- very powerful;
- optimized for different types of work;
- well equipped;
- starts fast;
- anti-vibration system;
- available damper for winter operation.
Minus: very high price.
Solo 154 also applies to the most powerful mowers and is suitable for both home use and for utilities.
Specifications:
- power and volume of the engine: 3.1 liters. with. and 54 cu. cm;
- mowed strip: 43.5 cm;
- works great as a brush cutter;
- economical fuel consumption;
- very comfortable knapsack belt;
- price: 14,724 UAH., 44,000 rubles.
Pros:
- high power;
- ergonomic;
- economical;
- starts fast;
- it is easy to change a fishing line for a knife;
- anti-vibration system.
Cons: expensive maintenance and equipment.
Husqvarna 545FX popular due to high power and professionalism.
Specifications:
- engine power and volume: 3 liters. with. and 46 cu. cm;
- improved anti-vibration system LowVib;
- gearbox at an angle of 24 ° is adapted to work in dense forest thickets;
- the knife rotates at a speed of 13,500 rpm;
- comfortable T-shaped pen;
- cost: 23 929 UAH., 40 000 rubles.
- very powerful and productive;
- universal in use;
- convenient to use;
- reduced vibration;
- starts up quickly.
Minuses:
- high price;
- uncomfortable design of fuel hoses.
In lawn care, an important aspect is its proper haircut. In this process, it is difficult to do without a lawnmower. When choosing this technique, note that there are petrol and electric models.
The best petroltrimmers for lightness and compactness
Stihl FS 38 ranks first among lightweights.
Specifications:
- weight: 4 kg;
- power: 0.9 l. with.
- short and comfortable boom;
- D-shaped pen;
- it is adapted only for a scaffold not thicker than 2 mm;
- price: 4219 UAH., 11 000 rubles.
Pros:
- light;
- convenient;
- economical;
- compact.
- can work only with fishing line;
- low-power
Husqvarna 323R also applies to the lightest models of good quality and high power.
Specifications:
- weight: 4.5 kg;
- power: 1,2 l. with.;
- Smart Start system allows you to quickly start;
- comfortable ergonomic handles;
- universality of use;
- can install a brush cutter;
- price: 11 900 UAH., 17 560 rubles.
Pros:
- light;
- universal;
- convenient.
Check out the ranking of the best self-propelled lawnmowers.
Husqvarna 128R is one of the easiest benzotrimmers.
Specifications:
- weight: 5 kg;
- telescopic bar;
- rotary knob;
- 1.1 liter engine with.;
- two-stroke engine of 28 cu. cm;
- fuel tank capacity: 0.4 l;
- knives rotate at a speed of 8000 rpm;
- fishing line width: 45 cm;
- there is a smart start system;
- price: 8 950 UAH., 14990 rub.
Pros:
- ease;
- power;
- convenience in hard to reach places;
- starts fast;
- captures a wide strip of grass.
- low fuel tank capacity;
- strong vibration.
Important! Before buying, you need to know if there is a service center within reach.
The market for garden equipment is filled with a variety of famous brands of trimmers. Each model has its advantages and disadvantages. Such a large selection of motokos is only on hand to farmers and gardeners. Having clearly defined the purpose of the purchase and having considered all the offers, you can pick up exactly the gasoline trimmer you need.
Reviews
This mower has more advantages than disadvantages. When buying, pay attention to whether the knife is sharpened, to a friend when he bought the scythe, the bundled knife was not sharpened. As for this braid, the build quality is good, even the nuts with eraser bushings.
