JCB PLT25

Purchased for an out of control garden this slightly heavy machine went to work with ease.
It consumed all the brush/grass/raspberry canes (oops!) that it came across with it's large trimming area.

I found that it was not the most comfortable machine to use. It did not come with a shoulder strap so the whole 7 kilos of weigh has to be spread between a poorly placed handle and an awkward throttle control. An hour of continuous strimming left me with a clear garden but also an aching arm from the weight and the engines vibrations.
In that hour most of the petrol in the tank was used up, as was about half to two thirds of the trimming line, strimming against rockeries, compost bins, trees (watch the bark!) and an aviary. The line supplied is sufficient for just over an hours strimming dense growth and hard objects, so be prepared to purchase replacement line (easily found at most DIY stores).

The safety guard was inadequate and it is simple to be careless and catch you toes, so safety boots are preferred to open toed sandals. Safety glasses and gloves should also be worn.

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