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I was just wondering if anyone has ever seen a back pack trimmer before??

Never heard of one before, but here is a website that has some.

Solo SKM 141 backpack trimmer Brushcutters

MC3021BK-SB

They do weigh quite a bit more than regular trimmers, but I wonder how long you would be able to run them before you fall over from exaustion.

A_tank96 said:

Never heard of one before, but here is a website that has some.

Solo SKM 141 backpack trimmer Brushcutters

MC3021BK-SB

They do weigh quite a bit more than regular trimmers, but I wonder how long you would be able to run them before you fall over from exaustion.

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I just did a little search and found a Stihl Backpack Trimmer

Ric said:

I just did a little search and found a Stihl Backpack Trimmer
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Interesting. Wonder what they Stihl one costs?

Wow! I never heard of a backback TRIMMER before! Would it be any easier for you to handle than a regular trimmer? What's the purpose?

lawn mower fanatic said:

Wow! I never heard of a backback TRIMMER before! Would it be any easier for you to handle than a regular trimmer? What's the purpose?

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bigger engine probably. can probably double as a chainsaw if you put a trimmer blade on it:laughing::laughing:

metz12 said:

can probably double as a chainsaw if you put a trimmer blade on it:laughing::laughing:

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metz12 said:

bigger engine probably.

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Yeah, that's true. But it just looks so awkward. It sticks out so far behind you, unlike a backpack blower.

lawn mower fanatic said:

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Yeah, that's true. But it just looks so awkward. It sticks out so far behind you, unlike a backpack blower.

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I am thinking the weight would have to even or it would be to heavy on the trimmer end

That just looks like a pain.

Parkmower said:

That just looks like a pain.

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I think that's why they never made it real big cause there more of a pain than what there worth. I asked the question because I never seen anyone using one.

Ric said:

I think that's why they never made it real big cause there more of a pain than what there worth. I asked the question because I never seen anyone using one.

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Yeah, neither have I!

Apparently Echo made one, too!
http://www.echo-tools.co.uk/index.php?id=334

Have seen them over the years used by State road crews, fire department, drug enforcement, fence building crews, city crews, tree trimmers, REA crews. I have never hefted one.

I bought one a year ago from Canada because they are not sold in the continental U.S.. They are made for slopes, ditches, fence line. I love this trimmer. It looks heavy but the weight is centered on your back. The only weight on your arms is the shaft and trimmer head. I can cut more, faster, safer on a steep slipery slope than with a conventional trimmer. These backpack trimmers are used extensively in Europe, Asia and Australia.

Tanaka have a couple. I use one (40cc) on a regular basis. They are between a full blown brush cutter and a trimmer. If you trim steep slopes, large area trimming ie acreages, fence lines etc, they are great and a big time saver due to the power.
Not good for doing a lot of vertical edging and pointless on small properties!

Must of been writing this as omega posted. I'll support what he's saying 100%

Interesting. I just want one to add to my STIHL familly.

Did not know about this.

My wife said the other day they need to make a backpack trimmer.
I was like yup whatever.

Looks like we are getting one.

They are about 750 Euro, so atleast 1 grand.

Carscw said:

Did not know about this.

My wife said the other day they need to make a backpack trimmer.
I was like yup whatever.

Looks like we are getting one.

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I would look at the most powerful one you can get your hands on. Tanaka for example have a 40cc and 46.5cc. I have the 40 but wish I had the 46 at times. Can do heavier brush cutting with more power and only weighs a fraction more.