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Bushranger BRUBC361 BC361 Straight Shaft Bull Handle Brushcutter review

Petrol 2-stroke line trimmer. Priced at $949.

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Shaft type View more details.

Curved shafts can be easier to use for general trimming jobs. Straight shaft models can be more heavy-duty and may have a longer reach.

Straight
Line length limiting blade View more details.

Trims the line to length as it feeds out.

Yes
Safety guard View more details.

Protects you from flying clippings and debris, but can also obscure your view of what you're cutting.

Yes
Telescopic handle View more details.

Allows you to adjust the shaft length. Usually only available on electric or cordless models as their motor is in the head, so there's no drive shaft in the shaft.

No
Clutch View more details.

Only on petrol models. A clutch stops the cutting head from spinning when the motor idles – this is safer while you're moving between areas.

Yes
Lock off switch View more details.

Safety mechanism that prevents the trimmer being switched on accidentally. The lock-off switch must be pressed before the on/off switch can start the trimmer.

Yes
Shoulder harness View more details.

Makes the trimmer easier to carry and use, especially for long jobs.

Yes
Tree guard View more details.

A small wire, metal or plastic projection which stops the cutting line getting too close to and damaging trees or other obstacles. Also serves as an edging guide for vertical trimming.

No
Edging guide View more details.

A small wire, metal or plastic projection which helps you achieve a clean, straight edge when trimming vertically. Usually acts as a tree guard in horizontal trimming.

No
Interchangeable heads View more details.

Other heads that can replace the trimming head, such as hedge trimmers, power saws or soil cultivators. Usually optional accessories not included with the trimmer.

Yes
Rotating head View more details.

The cutting head rotates, making vertical trimming more convenient.

No
Items supplied View more details.

Items supplied as standard with the line trimmer.

Trimmer, deflector, harness, stabiliser, clamping washer, blade nut, spanner, 2 x Allen keys, manual
Other features and comments View more details.

Other features worth noting such as available extra attachments.

None
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