Makita EN4950H Review

The Makita EN4950H Pole Hedge Trimmer is a high performance trimmer with a long 49cm cutting length and double-sided blades which ensure a quick, clean and efficient cut on branches up to 21.5mm thick. It's a petrol powered tool with a fuel efficient 25.4cc 4-stroke engine which delivers consistent performance. This engine is well designed in several ways, which we list below.

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The trimmer is highly adjustable, with a trimming head which rotates up to 135 degrees (45 degrees down and 90 degrees up). It lets you trim in a variety of positions, including vertically and horizontally. And when you're finished, the trimmer stores away neatly with its 180 degree foldable design. For safe storage, the trimmer comes with a protective cover.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of power tools, garden tools, and related accessories. Their product range is large and includes chainsaws, brush cutters, line trimmers, grass trimmers, pumps, pressure washers, pruners, blowers, lawnmowers, grass shears, and more. They're a well known brand with a reputation for quality and innovation.

Specification

We now look at the features:

• Performance - The Makita EN4950H Pole Hedge Trimmer is highly effective. It features a 49cm cutting length and double-sided blades which accommodate branches up to 21.5mm thick. It has a total length of 255cm.
• Petrol Powered - The trimmer is petrol-powered. It has a fuel efficient 25.4cc 4-stroke engine which delivers as much as 4200spm. In terms of specifics, the trimmer has a recoil starter with automatic decompression, a diaphragm carburettor and a primer pump. The fuel tank holds 0.6 litres of petrol at a time.
• Adjustable - The trimmer's head is angle-adjustable, with 13 positions across a 135 degree spectrum. It tilts upwards as much as 45 degrees and downwards up to 90 degrees.
• Storage / Transportation - Storing and transporting the trimmer is easy thanks to its 180 degree folding design. Whilst folded, the integrated clutch stops the blade from moving, even if the throttle is engaged. The trimmer is protected whilst in storage by a protective cover.

Summary

In summary, the Makita EN4950H Pole Hedge Trimmer is a powerful trimmer with a highly efficient petrol engine which delivers ample power to the blades to ensure a clean and consistent cut. We particularly like the trimmer's adjustable head which tilts upwards 45 degrees at most and downwards 90 degrees at most. We also like its foldable design which facilitates compact storage. We rate the Makita EN4950H Pole Hedge Trimmer 4 out of 5 stars.

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