Mountfield MHJ2424 review
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The Mountfield MHJ2424 has the longest blade of any petrol hedge trimmer we've tested, at 61cm, and it also has the widest gaps between the teeth, meaning you can cut wider branches. But at 5.5kg, it's also the heaviest. Does this make it supercharged or just exhausting to use? Read our full review to find out.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What's it great at?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Technical specifications
Specification
- Power sourcePetrol
- Weight5.5kg
- Cable length-
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