At Agrigem, we sell the hugely popular M18 Brushless Line Trimmer and the M18 Power Head Line Trimmer Kit. Both these products are loved by the trade for their efficiency and performance.
The first thing to understand is that neither of these products come with a battery. But there’s a very good reason for that.
Milwaukee makes their M18 batteries to be interchangeable with all products in the entire M18 range. This means you only need to buy a single battery and then benefit from the value of buying a range of products that can use the same battery – better for the environment, and better for your pocket!
All this means is that if you don’t yet own an M18 battery, you need to remember to buy one separately, then sit back and decide which Milwaukee M18 tools you’re going to add to your collection!
Milwaukee M18 Brushless Grass Trimmer
Now that we understand Milwaukee’s battery system, let’s take a look at the first product in our guide – the Brushless Grass Trimmer.
Brushless simply refers to a lack of brushes in the motor. But what does this mean to you? In short, it means more power!
Brush motors have small brushes that make contact with the rotor. Inevitably over time, these brushes wear out. Although there are other factors at play, brushless motors tend to be more efficient and deliver much more power.
Key areas of use
Milwaukee’s Brushless Grass Trimmer is good for all general landscape maintenance projects; grass and weed trimming around fences, hard landscapes, flowerbeds, boarders and pavements.
The Brushless Trimmer can be used in ‘floating’ mode, effectively operating as a mower and cutting grass to the same height.
And finally, it can be used for effective traditional edging – creating clear neat separation between hard standing and grass areas.
Key features
• Ultra quick start delivering almost instant power.
• Well balanced – ergonomic and easy to use.
• Adjustable handle.
• Enough power to clear thick brush.
• Adjustable cutting swathe of 35 - 40cms.
• Easy load head trimmer.
• Bump feed mode – releases more line when the trimmer is bumped against a hard surface.
• Up to 4600 RPM in 1st mode and 6200 RPM in 2nd mode.
Milwaukee M18 Outdoor Power Head Trimmer Kit
Just like the Brushless Trimmer, the Power Head Grass Trimmer Kit takes an M18 battery. The real difference between these two is that this Power Head Trimmer Kit works with Milwaukee’s QUIK LOK system.
QUICK LOK is the versatile system that features a range of attachments, meaning you can use the brushless power head and swap out the trimmer kit for other attachments, like the Reciprocator, the Hedge Trimmer Attachment or the Cutter Attachment.
This versatility and interchangeability is the foundation of the Milwaukee range, saving you time and money in the long run and eliminating the need to buy individual tools for individual tasks.
Key areas of use
Just like the Brushless Grass Trimmer, the Power Head Trimmer Kit will tackle all general landscape trimming projects including grass trimming, edging and cutting.
It is powerful enough to clear thick brush and precise enough to create neat edging lines around formal lawns.
Key features
• Brushless POWERSTATE Motor delivers longer life and up to 20% more power.
• REDLINK PLUS intelligence system for advanced overload protection – enhances performance under load.
• Full throttle in less than one second.
• Up to one hour run time.
• Two speeds with a variable speed trigger.
• Adjustable auxiliary handle, for optimum comfort and control.
• Flexibility of the QUICK LOK system.
Summary
The Brushless Trimmer is easy to set up and use and delivers a real punch when it comes to power.
It is light and quiet when compared to corded or petrol rivals and has great flexibility with speed settings - allowing you to choose between advanced performance or extended battery life. Make this choice if you cannot foresee needing additional attachments in the future.
The Power Head Trimmer Kit offers the same performance levels as the Brushless Trimmer but great choice and flexibility as part of the QUIK LOK system. Make this choice if you foresee the need for any of the other QUIK LOK attachments,
