Comparative review of Echo and Patriot benzokos

Gas cutters Echo and Patriot are used for mowing grass in the area near houses, in the garden, as well as in hard-to-reach places, such as curbs, flower beds or fences. The equipment of both companies is of high quality and excellent performance.

Echo Model SRM-22GES

The brushcutter of this version is equipped with a two-stroke engine with a power of 0.67 kW. Air cooling is installed to protect against overheating. The working volume is 21.2 cm³... The maximum rotation speed of the cutting disc is 10,000 rpm. For a smooth start without kickback, the ES-start system is built into the Echo SRM-22GES brushcutter. Thanks to the installed primer and electronic ignition, a cold engine will start quickly even after a long idle period. The vibration reduction system allows you to work with the tool for a long time. A vibration isolator is located between the engine and the boom, which absorbs all shocks.

Echo petrol cutter handles are made like bicycle handles, thanks to which they help to fully control the mowing process. There is a possibility of height adjustment. To cut thin and small grass, use a trimmer head with a fishing line. Tough and large weeds and bushes are cut with a knife-disk with blades. The weight of the Echo SRM-22GES petrol cutter without installed cutting elements and filled with fuel is 4.8 kg. To prevent the user from accidentally getting burnt on the hot muffler during operation, it is covered with a special casing.

The tool kit includes:

• 3-blade knife for mowing tough and tall grass or shrubs;
• trimmer head (semi-automatic) with double line;
• supporting shoulder strap;
• a set of keys;
• bicycle handle;
• operation and repair manual;
• protective cover;
• non-separable bar.

Above the disc or trimmer head there is a protective cover that prevents the cut grass from flying into the operator. The Echo brushcutter controls are located on its rubberized grip. The fuel tank is made of white transparent plastic, which makes it easier to control the amount of its contents during operation. To prevent the start button from being accidentally pressed again, its stopper is located nearby. For quick replacement of the air filter without any keys, a special cover is provided on the case.

With the maximum load of the Echo version of the SRM-22GES, the fuel consumption will be 0.62 l / h. The power level of the emitted noise is 89-91 dB. Trimmer dimensions - 176x65x45 / 178x65x49.5 cm.

It is recommended to use gasoline with an octane number of at least 89 as a fuel. Under no circumstances should you add methyl alcohol.

Benzokosa Patriot version 555

As with the previous model, the Patriot brushcutter uses a trimmer head and cutter blade for cutting grass. The petrol trimmer is equipped with a two-stroke engine with a power of 3 hp. Rotation frequency - 6500 rpm. The working volume of the Patriot 555 petrol cutter is 51.7 cm³... To make the technique easy to start after a long downtime, a primer is built in.

Bicycle handles and anti-vibration damping system are installed for comfortable work. It is possible to adjust the handle to a position convenient for the user. A lock is installed to prevent accidental repeated pressing of the trigger, and there is also a gas lock.If the ground is touched by the trimmer head during mowing, the line will automatically be fed, and the excess part will be cut off with the limit knife. To protect the operator from flying grass or accidental injury, a protective guard is located above the trimmer head or cutting blade.

The following parts are included with the brushcutter:

• knife with 3 blades for mowing grass or small bushes;
• trimmer head (semi-automatic);
• saw blade;
• canister for preparing a fuel mixture;
• shoulder strap;
• universal and hex keys;
• lever;
• user's manual;
• protective cover.

Just like the previous model, the Patriot 555 petrol trimmer easily replaces the air filter. The width of possible processing is almost 42 cm. The price of the Patriot 555 petrol cutter in mid-2016 is about 10 thousand rubles.

Benzokosa Patriot 3355

The power of this tool is 1.8 hp. The working volume of the chrome-plated cylinder of the two-stroke engine is 33 cm³... The rotation speed is 8000 rpm. As in the 555, this version has a primer to quickly turn on the brushcutter and lock the gas button. This function is especially helpful after a long idle time. The U-shaped adjustable handle not only makes work convenient and comfortable, but also allows full control of the direction of the knife. A protective cover over the cutting attachment prevents the grass from flying in different directions, and also protects the operator.

The rod can be disassembled for easy transportation and storage. To ensure that working with the petrol trimmer is not too tedious, it comes with a shoulder support strap. The air filter can be replaced just as quickly and easily.

The following components are supplied with the scooter:

• cutting knife and line;
• antiallergic fabric shoulder strap;
• transparent plastic fuel tank;
• universal, special for trimmer and hex keys;
• usage guide;
• protective cover;
• fishing line knife;
• fixing rod;
• collapsible aluminum rod.

The grip size of the treated area is 43 cm.

Comparative table of the main characteristics of the Patriot 3355 and 555 and Echo SRM-22GES:

 

Petrol trimmers are noticeably more powerful than the electric version. They are convenient to use for mowing grass and bushes in any terrain, such as in ditches or slopes.

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