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www.outdoorpowerequipment.com OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT MARCH 2017 27 H E D G E T R I M M E R S & B R U S H C U T T E R S Billy Goat's Outback BC2600 Series brushcutters Billy Goat's Outback BC2600 Series of brushcutters consists of 3 models. The series is available in a 26-inch mechanical-drive fixed-deck model, which is ideal for clearing meadows or fields; a 26- inch hydro-drive model with articulating deck and Enhanced Traction Control (ETC), which is ideal for clearing brush on rough and hilly terrain; and a 26-inch hydro-drive model with lockable caster wheels, which helps hold hillsides. All 3 models make quick work of under-brush, berries, bramble, vines, tall grass and small trees up to 2 inches in diameter and 6 feet tall — all at a rate of an acre of brush per hour. Each unit features a heavy-duty blade spindle, reinforced in 4 directions for maximum durability and safety, so the operator can keep cutting in the harshest environments. Billy Goat, a brand of Briggs & Stratton Turf & Consumer Products Briggs & Stratton's 82V Snapper XD lithium-ion battery-powered lawn & garden tool system Briggs & Stratton recently introduced its 82-volt Snapper XD lithium-ion battery-powered lawn & garden tool system. A single-battery multi-tool system, the Snapper XD lineup includes a hedge trimmer, string trimmer, leaf blower, chain saw and walk-behind mower. All tools feature a maintenance-free brushless motor and a Briggs & Stratton battery and rapid charging station. "Snapper XD products are ideal for convenience- oriented homeowners who want reliable, durable, powerful tools to help them easily take care of their lawn & landscape," said Steve Ryczek, product manager for Briggs & Stratton. "Each tool is hassle free. There's no cord to plug in, and there is very little maintenance. The 82V lithium-ion 2Ah or 4Ah battery works in all Snapper XD tools." The hedge trimmer features 26-inch, dual-action, high-quality steel blades with up to 3/4-inch-diameter cutting capacity; a 180-degree-rotating and locking handle; blade reverse for removing jams effortlessly; a cast-metal tip for bump protection; push-button controls with an indicator light; a metal battery release button; convenient push-button starting; and 90-minute run time with the 2Ah battery. All Snapper XD tools have a 5-year consumer warranty; all Briggs & Stratton 2Ah, 4Ah and battery chargers carry a 2-year consumer warranty. Products sold in kits include product, 2Ah battery and battery charger. Snapper, a brand of Briggs & Stratton Turf & Consumer Products Canycom's CMX227 AWD ride-on brush cutter Powered by a 22-hp. Subaru engine, Canycom's CMX227 is a 4-wheel- drive ride-on brush cutter that is capable of cutting the heaviest vegetation or overgrown lawns and fields. The CMX227 is also built super low to the ground for cutting under low-hanging branches and trellises. Its adjustable blade cuts to trim or leave brush as high as 6 inches, and it has a reversible, quick-change, swing-away blade design, so no tools are necessary to change blades in the field. The CMX227 also features a shaft-driven cutter head (no belts or pulleys) and a swing-away deck cover for easy maintenance. Canycom USA, Inc. Cub Cadet BC490 trimmer/brushcutter Cub Cadet's BC490 trimmer/brushcutter is a 25-cc/4-cycle professional straight-shaft trimmer that does not require gas and oil mixing. The durable, full-crank engine is designed to deliver smooth, reliable power. It is a high-capacity, easy- load, bump-head trimmer plus attachment capable to offer more versatility and take up less storage space. A brushcutter attachment is included. Cub Cadet Cub Cadet Powered by CORE CCH410 Power-Lok hedger attachment When paired with the CCU410 Power-Lok drive unit, the Cub Cadet Powered by CORE CCH410 Power-Lok hedger attachment delivers performance equal to gas-powered models with no emissions and little noise. Users can expect longer run time, unrivaled torque and a sense of achievement as they tame an unruly yard. CORE applies cutting-edge intelligence to basic power principles. Its innovative, proprietary design incorporates a printed circuit board that operates in tandem with magnetic rotors to deliver concentrated, efficient power. The CCH410 Power-Lok hedger attachment features a 22-inch dual-action blade that cuts at 3,200 strokes per minute. The CCU410 Power-Lok drive unit comes with a dual-speed motor that is powered by 20-volt 6.5Ah lithium-ion battery that can be fully recharged in 1 hour. The Power-Lok drive unit, which includes a battery and charger, is also available with string trimmer and blower attachments. Cub Cadet Powered by CORE EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY FOCUS Billy Goat's Outback BC2600 Series brushcutters Billy Goat's Outback BC2600 Series of brushcutters consists of 3 models. The series is available in a 26-inch mechanical-drive fixed-deck model, which is ideal for clearing inch hydro-drive model with articulating deck and Enhanced Traction Control (ETC), which is ideal capable of cutting the heaviest vegetation Cub Cadet BC490 trimmer/brushcutter Cub Cadet's BC490 trimmer/brushcutter is a 25-cc/4-cycle professional straight-shaft trimmer that does not require gas and oil mixing. The durable, full-crank engine is designed to deliver smooth, reliable power. It is a high-capacity, easy- Cub Cadet Cub Cadet Powered by CORE CCH410 Power-Lok hedger attachment When paired with the CCU410 Power-Lok drive unit, the Cub Cadet Powered by CORE CCH410 Power-Lok hedger attachment delivers performance equal to gas-powered models with no emissions and little noise. Users can expect longer run time, unrivaled torque and a sense of achievement as they tame an unruly yard. CORE applies cutting-edge intelligence to basic power principles. Its innovative, proprietary design