This 48cm, Hedge trimmer is powered by a powerful, heavy duty and reliable Makita electric motor, a power source you can trust. It’s lightweight, compact and easy to manoeuvre but still able to cut branches up to 15mm in diameter at a speed of 1600 strokes per minute. This trimmer is able to handle most hedge trimming jobs. Features a double sided blade for extra cutting effectiveness and easy grip handle for stability and ease of use.