The impressive Chipperfield Pro HT230B petrol hedge cutter will make light work of those hedges and bushes that need maintenance. Fitted with a powerful 25.4cc 2 stroke petrol engine, 22" double sided cutting blades and a 5 position adjustable handle.

The Mountfield MHJ2424 is a powerful petrol hedgetrimmer that’s been designed to tackle substantial hedges with larger-diameter growth (up to 28mm). It’s driven by a high-performance 24.5cc engine that will prove reliable and easy-starting; and it’s equipped with a pair of 61cm double-sided blades, which ensure a rapid work-rate, while providing a clean, crisp cut. This model also features a three-step twistable handle, so you can achieve the ideal working angle for the task in hand. Weighs just 5.5kg.

A high-powered 22cc engine, lengthy 45cm double-sided blades and a substantial 28mm tooth-pitch make this high-performance petrol brushcutter from MTD a great choice for gardeners maintaining larger hedges comprising thick, woody growth. It boasts a twist-grip rear-handle, so you’ll be able to find a comfortable working-angle for any given hedge; and it employs a shock-absorbing system that ensures your hands and arms won’t be exposed to undue levels of vibration.

The STIHL HS45-18 has been designed primarily for commercial hedge-maintenance, but can also be used for tough jobs in private gardens. A lightweight introductory model, it's equipped with double-edged blades that facilitate rapid bi-directional cutting; and offers vibration-damping for long periods of low-fatigue hedgetrimming. Powered by a 27.2cc two-stroke engine, the STIHL HS45-18 weighs just 4.7kg and has a mid-sized 45cm blade-set.

Cover a substantial plant in quick-time with this 60cm-blade hedgetrimmer from Stihl! It's equipped a high-performance 27.2cc engine that features the German manufacturer's ElastoStart technology for low-effort recoil-starts; and it offers a wide 30mm tooth-spacing for the blockage-free trimming of larger-diameter branches. Weighs-in at just 5kg.

Lightweight, perfectly balanced and featuring a 180° adjustable rear-handle, the highly manoeuvrable Kawasaki-powered KTK-60X excels when it comes to the creation of intricately sculpted shapes. It’s equipped with a pair of mid-sized blades that have been laser-cut for durability and sharpness; and it utilises high-spec anti-vibration technology for long hours of low-effort hedgetrimming. Power is supplied by a high-performance 22.5cc engine from Kawasaki themselves. Weighs only 5.8kg.

With its long 62cm dual-reciprocating blades and wide 30mm tooth-pitch, this high-specification model from Japanese hedgetrimmer-specialists Tanaka will make short work of large hedges containing thick, well established branches. It’s fitted with a 24cc low-emission Tanaka two-stroke engine, which features S-Start for low-effort recoil-type starting; and it’s equipped with a 180˚ twistable rear-handle for comfortable operation from any angle. The Tanaka TCH-24EBP (62) weighs only 4.5kg.

Enjoy the low-effort manoeuvrability that a twist-grip rear-handle confers with this commercial-grade petrol hedgetrimmer with Kawasaki engine. It’s equipped with a set of expansive 69cm double-sided blades that ensure lots of hedge can be covered with each sweep; and it features effective vibration-damping that works with its low-weight build to make it ideal for day-long applications. The Kawasaki-powered HTK-75X weighs 5.9kg and is driven by a beefy 22.5cc forced-air-cooled two-stroke engine.

At just 4.3kg, the STIHL HS46 C-E Petrol Hedgetrimmer is impressively lightweight and so will prove particularly comfortable and easy to manoeuvre. Its 21.4cc engine powers a set of double-sided, dual-reciprocating blades that will deliver a fast, clean cut in woody growth; while its effective anti-vibration system makes it far more comfortable and easier to control. A master-lever incorporates all the major functions for convenience; and the oil and fuel filler-caps are tool-less for hassle-free top-ups.

With its extra-long 75cm cut, the Oleo-Mac HC280XP Petrol Hedgecutter offers a rapid work-rate and is ideal for bigger jobs and taller hedges. Weighing just 5.8kg, it is one of the lightest hedgetrimmers in its class and boasts optimised weight-distribution that works with an anti-vibration system to ensure comfort and easy handling in all working conditions. Professional features are present throughout, including a re-inforced gear drive and a chromium-plated engine cylinder. The Oleo-Mac HC280XP has been equipped with a low-emission two-stroke motor that offers generous torque with a linear power-curve, even at low revs. It also features a primer and lift-starter for easy starting from cold; and a 180° rotatable handle for flexibility of use. The high-quality steel blades have a pitch of 35mm, enabling you to tackle the thickest of hedges.

This superior, Italian-manufactured hedgetrimmer from Efco is a single-sided model; a type often favoured by professionals due to the resulting weight reduction. It’s driven by a high-performance 1hp engine, power from which is sent to the blades via a commercial-grade drive for less noise, less vibration and a longer product-life. The Efco TGS2800-XP is equipped with a set of 75cm steel blades with a large-sized 35mm tooth-gap, so it’s ideal for substantial hedges with dense, woody growth. It weighs a mere 5.6kg and employs a series of four anti-vibration springs for optimum user-comfort; and it features a digital coil, which ensures power-output stays constant at all engine speeds.