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Ryobi RLT26CDSN review

Petrol 2-stroke line trimmer. Large yard. Priced at $177

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Type

Motor type
Petrol 2-stroke
Size
Large

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Performance score
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Ease of use score
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Vertical trimming score
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Horizontal trimming score
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Long grass score
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Handle score
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Shaft score
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Weight score
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Balance score
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Edge score (ease)
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Controls score
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Vibration score
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Starting score
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Line feed score
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Respooling score
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Noise at user's position and 7.5m (dB)
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Cost

Price
$177.00

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Battery
N/A
Charge time (minutes)
N/A
Line feed
Bump
Number of cutting lines
2
Motor size power
26cc / 0.65 kW
Fuel mix recommended by manufacturer
50 to 1
Fuel mix used
50 to 1
Weight (kg)
4.8
Length (cm)
159
Cutting diameter (cm)
45
Diameter of cutting line (mm)
2.4
Warranty (years)
2 years
Country of origin
China
Website
ryobi.com.au
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Features

Shaft type
Curved
Line length limiting blade
Safety guard
Telescopic handle
Clutch
Lock off switch
Shoulder harness
Tree guard
Edging guide
Interchangeable heads
Rotating head
Items supplied
Trimmer, deflector, handle, 76mL 2-stroke oil, tool, manual
Other features and comments
Head rotates for trimming or edging. Can attach other tools, e.g. edger, brush cutter, cultivator, hedge trimmer, saw, etc.

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Adrian Lini tests home appliances in the CHOICE labs, from espresso machines and kettles to vacuums, lawnmowers, pressure cleaners and more. Adrian studied Agricultural Science at the University of Sydney, focusing on plant genomics and molecular lab work. Adrian applies his love for the scientific method at CHOICE by using a hands-on approach to analyse a large range of products. His role provides critical information to help people buy goods that are worth their price tag.

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James Thomson tests TVs, speakers, fitness bands and other household digital gadgets in the digital home team at CHOICE. He also tests outdoor products like pressure cleaners, line trimmers and pool cleaners. James has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Sydney, where he majored in computer science. Prior to CHOICE, James worked as a programmer and analyst at an insurance company for 20 years. James represents consumers on the Australian Standards committee for TE-021 – Energy performance for Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology and Associated Equipment.

James Thomson tests TVs, speakers, fitness bands and other household digital gadgets in the digital home team at CHOICE. He also tests outdoor products like pressure cleaners, line trimmers and pool cleaners. James has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Sydney, where he majored in computer science. Prior to CHOICE, James worked as a programmer and analyst at an insurance company for 20 years. James represents consumers on the Australian Standards committee for TE-021 – Energy performance for Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology and Associated Equipment.