Mountfield BC 425 HD 4-Stroke Petrol Brushcutter (Honda Engine)

Anyone seeking a high-quality but affordable brushcutter for more challenging homeowner use should take a good look at this fine example from long established British brand, Mountfield.

Unusually for a handheld power tool, it's driven by a four-stroke rather than a two-stroke engine. This confers numerous advantages, including a marked reduction in noise, emissions and vibration; and a significant saving on fuel costs (the engine has a cylinder displacement of 25cc and develops a beefy 1hp).

The Mountfield BC 425 HD 4-Stroke Petrol Brushcutter features a 'bike'-style handle configuration; the sort preferred by landscape professionals, because of the enhanced control and manoeuvrability they provide.

A highly effective shock reduction system works to ensure the users arms and hands are not exposed to potentially damaging levels of vibration; Mountfield's provision of a double shoulder harness means you'll be able to work safely on inclines like verges and ditch banks.

Another key feature on this model is its aluminium shaft that's corrosion resistant, and which helps to keep the machine's weight down to just 6.6kg.

A three-tooth brushcutting blade and a bump-feed strimmer head are both included.

Mountfield are so confident in the build-quality of the BC 425 HD, they’ve backed it with a five-year warranty for non-professional use.