Husqvarna, Brilliant. Not A Battery To Be Seen.

Hello You Tube, it’s Rob from Maxwells Grass Cutting Services, based in the North East of England.
In this video I want to tell you about the Husqvarna 122HD60 Petrol Hedge Trimmer. In my humble opinion, it’s brilliant.
I look forward to reading your comments and feedback.
Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe.
Remember, when the green gold is growing, keep mowing.
All the best.
Rob.
Thank you for watching and supporting the channel. Please like and subscribe, this allows me to grow and move forward. Your support is appreciated.
Take care.👍

[@russellgray938]

Thanks

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you . 🙏

[@ianwilliamson2980]

Same as my one i have a styhl too but use this one as its nice and light to lift and cuts well too .my ones petrol .

[@adamslawnandgardencare9403]

I went over to Stihl battery hedge cutters a couple of years ago, long reach, extendable long reach and small hand held. Yes it is an investment for sole traders like us but I rate them highly, quieter, no fumes, powerful and less wear and tear on my pulling arm. My old petrol models are spare. But yes a pricey investment. Not ready for battery lawn mower yet though, they’re a long way from being in the same league as my petrol mowers. Good subject Rob. Weather has been very good here on the Sussex Riviera!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Adam. All the best going forward.

[@LewisgardenservicesLtd]

Good it's served you well👌 really depends what work you're doing and what's best for you I guess 👍

[@masterham4640]

I'm tempted to buy one on the back of Rob's glowing recommendation to replace my aging trimmer. However I'm intrigued by your comment, what kind of work do you think it's not suitable for?

[@LewisgardenservicesLtd]

@@masterham4640 the 16ft high 8ft wide ones I regularly do😅👍

[@masterham4640]

😂 ok fair enough. Thanks for replying.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Very true! Thank you for watching and sharing your experience. 👍🏻

[@Les-OZZYTHEOSCAR]

The whole battery/good for the planet narrative, is anything but. I'm not going to have a rant either 😊good to see you on the job Rob 👍

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you . 🙏

[@hristohristov9423]

Hello I really enjoy looking your videos . I absolutely like your work and all the advices. Can you please share something like a list with all of the tools you are using. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Great suggestion!

[@michaelmccoy499]

👊💯

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

👍

[@JohnSheerin-v2b]

I saw a previous post where you recommended this machine. I bought one earlier this year , and have to say it’s a fantastic bit of kit. Well worth the money. Thankyou for the heads up on how good this tool is. 👊

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Great to hear! All the best.

[@pablo9364]

I’ve got the same one and it’s excellent. Perfect job !

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good to hear!

[@julianwilliams1636]

Take care Rob

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you 🙏

[@bareallotment7391]

Good Video i bought a 40v makita hedge trimmer . got it will 3 batteries costings £600 but 3 batteries dont last long on big winter work so i had to buy a power station so i could charge them while im working and that cost me £600 which is a game changer for battery tools . it only takes around 40mins to charge so i only needed 2 batteries but at the time i didnt have my charging station .

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing

[@thesmithsfamily1901]

Good to see you grafting Rob! You’ve got some sun!! 👏👏👏

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you .

[@robertoduranos5196]

Great video, did make me laugh, brilliant. A man in harmony with his stuff is a happy man.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thegeordiefellwalker8878]

good brand husky rob . you made a good job of cleaning it . looked brand new 👍

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you .

[@thegeordiefellwalker8878]

​@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservicesdoes the service include sharpening blades?

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Yes. Come back like a razor.

[@lancerichardmorton1981]

Hi Rob Fantastic machine I'm still using my stihl petrol machines and my etesia petrol mower I did have a battery hedge trimmer but accidentally drove over the battery, the battery was £185. Keep up the great videos

[@yorkshiresnumero2gardener244]

@@lancerichardmorton1981 nothing worse than flat battery when you're busy...

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you , appreciate your kind words.

[@m0aze611]

I’m not a professional Gardner like you guys, my Honda petrol mower cost too much to service each year so the mower was replaced with a battery powered one. Great for a none professional and an old bloke. My hedge trimmers are Stihl battery - very good. However I wanted a single source powered set of tools and the Stihl range was just too expensive to completely move to, so I appreciate why professionals find it too costly to move over to battery powered tools when petrol equivalents are much cheaper to buy and run. I have 5 different types of batteries to deal with. Great vid thank you. Regards Mike

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for sharing your experience Mike. All the best to you.

[@julianwilliams1636]

Hi Rob,some good trimming done there..Why don't you get yourself a small tarpaulin 4x2m .Place on ground before start...it saves a lot of time raking and cleaning up..

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I slipped on some sheeting , hurt myself. Now I clean up the hard way.

[@mattgoodchild8215]

Superb video Rob 👍🏼🍻

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you .

[@PaulMills-ue9eg]

Hi Rob I got a husqavana hedge cutter it's light and quiet, but I have found leaves get trapped under fuel tank and handle and need to blow out regularly but it still a great cutter.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cheers Paul.

[@joshuabush2569]

I had one of these a few years ago, it's nice and light and pretty quiet which I like. I'm still mainly using battery gear though.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cheers Josh.

[@waynehammerton5698]

You have to be honest on your own experiences with your tools of the trade Rob have a fantastic weekend my good man

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Wayne. You too.

[@waynehammerton5698]

I will try Rob thanks buddy

[@Leocow6643]

I have just got one after watching your first video about the hedge cutter, looked at echo and stihl and this is by far the best one value for money and the only one with the different position handle and anti vibration in the domestic range , nice and light too

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Great to hear!

[@CharlesDoogan]

I have 122hd 60 for about 8 years very good

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Brilliant.

[@graemewestwater8356]

Battery is fine for a year and then boom the life of them is done! The tools are still good but the betters are spent, back to fuel now ❤

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Sorry to hear that, all the best.

[@thomasmccullagh8282]

Great video rob all my gear is petrol powered and has been since i started out 25 plus years ago.i have honda for the lawns ,stihl for the hedges, and husqvarna for tree work, think they are brilliant i always have them serviced and ready for the new season and never let me down. Haven't tried the battery alternatives but i see good reviews from people who have them. Im happy with mine ,but maybe something i with look into. Cheers rob have a good week.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Thomas all the best.

[@johnoshea9619]

Glorious weather

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Beautiful

[@johncolquhoun6416]

Suns shining

[@jonnysgardenmaintenance]

Good job Rob, nice tidy trim on that Privet lad 👌

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cheers Jonny. 👍🏻

[@GardenofKentGardener]

I use a makita DUH751 it’s battery but wow what a machine. Different cutting positions and speeds and cuts so well and thick branches as well.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing

[@adrian_dickinson]

Great vid Rob. Just a note, it doesn't take a ap300s battery to run a stihl hedge cutter. I run mine on a AP100 £95.00or if it is thick stuff AP200 £135.00 to make it as light as possible. Monday morning & the weather has just gone south after what has been a fantastic week here in the NW England.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cheers . All the best.

[@mofosyko]

The battery vs. petrol battle goes on. As a battery boy I dare not wade too deep into this one 😂

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

😂

[@mofosyko]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices click bait!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Click bait. If you have a problem. Don’t watch, simple.

[@mcpheesgardeningservices]

nice review Rob and thats what us great about your business and experiences you do whats best for you . Personally I have a completely opposite view only because I do a lot of precise hedging. Husqvarna Battery offers 25 % blade speed over petrol thus a great finish. Also pole hedger gives me safety , more on the ground and because of the distance away from the shrub a better perspective . Sure battery is dearer although for the price of a petrol husqvanna pole hedger its the same as the battery with a battery and charger , In Australia husqvanna give us 20 % discount. Battery other than blade sharpening no maintenance, mine 4 years plus not one cent spent .. and I do a lot of hedges. Customers love the quietness and so do I and no vibrations and so light . This is just my experience Rob and not saying your way is wrong its just different experiences I guess. Good review

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Geoff. All the best.👍🏻

[@ianwilliamson2980]

I only use honda styhi and huskvana all my tools things are as reliable

[@betterlawns4u]

As you know I love my battery gear. Ego is my brand of choice. But there not better for the environment. Well, maybe at point of use. But definitely not in manufacture, transport etc. I honestly believe battery is the future. But it's got a way to go before it's any good for commercial use mowers. Plus, if you already have fully working petrol gear. Then it makes no sense to ditch it for battery in my opinion. But if you do ever go down the battery route, maybe if your just starting out and can afford to do so I don't think you'd ever regret it.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Wise words , as aways. Have a great weekend.

[@joshuabush2569]

@@betterlawns4u any problems with batteries and chargers? I had loads and ended up switching to Stihl and Makita tools

[@betterlawns4u]

@@joshuabush2569 no problems at all so far. As previously mentioned I don't think battery power is quite there yet for commercial use mowers. But everything else, if you can afford it, battery is great in my opinion.

[@mareuss111]

Great machine, had it for few years with no issues, better than stihl hs45 that's for sure

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good to hear

[@mareuss111]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices but I still switched to Makita cordless cutter, lighter and no fumes to breathe in

[@grahamcolquhoun2295]

Hi Rob, yes it’s a good piece of kit, but I tend to use long reach gear , saves getting up and down hop ups and steps, and I can reach most of the hedges I do from one side so saves time and effort But everyone to there own

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for that.👍🏻

[@jasonhewlett1283]

Hi Rob, another gardener I know recommended that hedge trimmer to me, and I will look at getting one to replace my Echo one, which wasn't the best ! I have used battery kit for a while and are having issues with the batteries of late. Petrol has it's place.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

All the best Jason.

[@jasonhewlett1283]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices I almost forgot congratulations on 10k subscribers 👏

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you.

[@v8mooowder354]

The worlds best hedge trimmer is someone else.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

😂

[@JUNKHOUSEDOG]

Hey man im 57 had a heart attack and bypass a few years ago lol but next year i want to start. I watch your videos, where is the best info or book on learning the basics of a garden maintenance job. Ie the actual work. Ive got a list of the tools you use and gonna get them 2nd hand, i presently do all the food delivery jobs, uber food eat amazon flex but doesn't pay minimum wage but i should be able to transition into your job taking taime off when i need to.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I found you tube tutorials and hands on doing the job better than any book. Good luck.🤞

[@beachamgroup2482]

Ideally you should go to college and learn the trade as a progession. Carried out properly you should be well compensated for your efforts. The days of horticulture being a low skill trade are hopefully behind us so don't be afraid to charge a decent hourly rate.

[@caerleon87]

Their "professional" range is the 522 series. Have you tried one of those?? I have a 522HD60x [2 foot bar and high speed for fine finish] and a 522HDR75x which has a 30 inch bar and a slower speed for thicker over grown hedges..

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I haven’t, I bet they work a treat.

[@caerleon87]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices I have had an investigate!! The model you are using compared to the "professional" model.. Same engine size, same power, same bar size, same weight!! Only difference i can find is the "professional" modle has less vibration, but is over double the price?? Hmmm, have i been done??

[@nigelpeterson-white30]

Cordless...no vibration, no ear defenders, no noise intruding on neighbours,no servicing except a sharpen, ....not without their quirks but no going back for me and my colleagues

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for that.

[@yorkshiresnumero2gardener244]

I've gone battery - mainly for hedges - simply for the low vibes. After 30 years the petrol gear caused carpal tunnel problems. Battery strimmers are pretty crap except where less speed is useful near windows - although I still managed to smash a cold frame pane. Petrol does have the power advantage but going back to it on hedges is not good after getting used to the cleaner air.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for sharing your experience. 👍🏻

[@nathanbray1358]

They are good.i have the 522hrd75x.i was tired of damaging the gearbox on my long reach chewing at branches because the customer wants it cut as short as possible for as little £££ as possible. When I drop in to the conversation that it cost £600 it makes little difference.anyway I researched which cutter goes through the thickest branches and it's this...or was last year.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing

[@davidwright9940]

Hi, thanks for the video. What's the the tool you used to collect up the clippings, looks very handy.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

A dalac leaf grabber. 👍🏻

[@andrewthomas2406]

i will stick with my stihl hs45, great bit of kit

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Pleased to hear that you’re happy with it.

[@Thomas.......]

👍🏻

[@BertmanLawnCare]

I’d like to say I have used both EGO and sthil battery tools and I can happily say EGO is much better

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you .

[@yorkshiresnumero2gardener244]

Don't kneel Rob, you'll knacker them up😫

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you

[@caerleon87]

What do you use to oil and clean the bar?? What is best?? I use Stihl superclean, but it does not seem very "oily" to me.. Should i just use engine oil??

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I use wd40 works a treat.👍🏻

[@dazza14778]

Since I started gardening in 2009 I'm a lover of stihl 87 30 inch single sided hedge cutter, amazing machine and bomb proof But to be fair the husqvarna looks good and I could buy nearly 3 of them for the price of the stihl

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@steveshields5018]

Hiya Rob,another good review on a good bit of kit but what do you use for trimming down tall hedges like a conifer for instance.Just wondering as I’m looking for an upgrade 👍🏻😎

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I use the stihl combi engine and long reach.

[@accessallexperiences4719]

i got one of these,

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

👍🏻

[@johncolquhoun6416]

Right ok. 🔋 🔋 🔋

[@ryanhiley4301]

I have bought battery cobra long reach and short £120 each and they have last be 2 years! I only work weekends tho

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

All the best Ryan.

[@darrencarney6771]

Got kawasaki hedge had 11 years. Been brilliant. Bought own . Battery operated stuff Is dear.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I agree. All the best.

[@MattCooper10]

Hello mate I was just wondering as I’m from down south in Essex does that mean I should charge more or not ? Also, what age range are your customers mainly ?

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

All within 20 minutes of my home. 👍🏻

[@robdurham5024]

Keep thinking about changing over to battery gear but me petrol gear goes great like you say the battery's are expensive plus at 60 I think I'm too old to reinvest now

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

All the best Rob.

[@jackw9920]

Louder, smellier, heavier, pricier to run, needs servicing, harder to start. No thanks. Battery all the way. Battery kit is a good investment in not only your business but your health too.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you . 🙏

[@TKG]

I hate it when you see some well tado you tuber saying they have received something for free and expect us to believe its great, like you have I give my 2 pennies worth on a bit of kit, but it might not be for everyone. I had Ego, I thought it was great, but had way too many problems with the batteries, but once you go battery petrol becomes an afterthought. I (at the moment) like the stihl stuff. I will never get rid of the petrol gear, there will always be a place for the raw power. but the benefits of using battery outway the cost factor. but that's an individual choice

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Reas, all the best for the rest of the season.

[@Steven-jn2cw]

lovely bit of kit mate. Do you use alkylate fuel such as Aspen 2 or just E5 petrol and 2 stroke oil?

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I use e5👍🏻

[@jameswyeth8223]

Great video Rob, have you still got the Huskvarna radio eardeafenders? Just wondered if they have lasted ? Cheers 👍

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

No they gave up , replaced with a cheaper option.

[@jameswyeth8223]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices Cheers Rob, I fancied a pair but I thought for 70 quid I would want them to last. I'll stick to my pocket radio 😂👍

[@leeslater8660]

I'll be using petrol until I retire which is 20 years away 😂

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cool

[@rodneyfiddis]

Echo long reach for me

[@kenbrooks7794]

I agree about getting quality gear in the first place, buying some of the cheap 'overseas' equipment is false economy. It's Stihl all the way for me, however, batteries? Nah! no thanks! 👍

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Well said!

[@DrRock2009]

Assuming it is serviced at David Dixons in Hexham…?🤔

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

No SV auto and machinery. maps.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x487dc942214168ed:0x8d3a5e79690b8aed?entry=s&sa=X&ved=1t:8290&hl=en-GB&ictx=111

[@John-m2s5e]

anyone suggest a trimmer/cutter for laurels? i always give up and go in with hand shears for a cleaner cut but its a time sink.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I use a combination of the Husqvarna and hand shears. 👍🏻

[@treecutter1806]

Four years tobe in that kind of condition it doesn’t get used that much

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

It’s used every week . I try and look after my kit. Gave it a good wash and clean. 🧽

[@gayser2012]

100% for electric Husqvarna hedge trimmer, I like your videos really but I worry more about my body than my wallet .

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good call!

[@coops01]

Petrol smashes battery hands down

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cool

[@sjhgardensolutions]

Hi Rob, I have the exact same hedge trimmer, I think you were the one who mentioned it on a previous video, so I bought it years ago, mines still going strong, brilliant bit of kit isn’t it, very heavy duty. Have a good week mate. All the best. Simon SJH Garden Solutions 🪴

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks Simon , all the best.

[@sjhgardensolutions]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices You to mate

[@sjhgardensolutions]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices Well Done for 10,000+ subscribers 🥳 keep up the hard work my friend

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you

[@tthhoommaass11223344]

no negatives lol noisey, kicks out fumes, heavy, needs servicing,

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

The only negative is your comment. 😂

[@tthhoommaass11223344]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices sorry truth hurts. Clearly there are negatives to petrol hedge trimmers

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Your right. There are negatives. I would love to invest in battery. The high cost prevents this.👍🏻

[@kuppenbender1]

When the estate manager of a big residential garden maintenance contract that I’d had for a few years (worth £10,000 per year to me) retired, I had to reapply to the new manager for the work. They’d just undergone a big hardscaping/landscaping project, and wanted to refresh the look of the gardens. A member of the leaseholders committee wanted to bring in a gardening company they had used on other properties. The part of my pitch that persuaded them to renew my contract? Over the past six years I’d replaced my ICE hedge trimmers, mowers and strimmers with commercial grade, battery powered tools (Ego and Greenworks Commercial). No emissions and much less noise. The competition were still using petrol.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Please to hear about your success. 👍🏻

[@NBK3524]

I bought a Stihl HS45 a few months back the old one I had was great (made in Germany) the new one (made in china) absolute piece of shit forever pulling to start the dam thing... Any who I've just bought a husky telescopic batter hedge trimmer with the decent battery's it's a game changer makes the job so much easier not forever pulling extension poles off and on

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Sounds great . 👍🏻

[@markrobinson1458]

All you professional gardeners need to stick with your petrol gear, electric, let it be forced on you by government, I believe in California they've given cash incentives to replace their petrol tools, hopefully,when the time comes you'll be offered similar financial incentives.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Very wise.👍🏻

[@typhoontim125]

The noise is awful. Cordless every time.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Each to their own. 👍🏻

[@ianwilliamson2980]

I dont like battery stuff either not same power we them

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

i agree

[@hedgetrimmingservice]

Husqvarna here is closing down in the U.S. or 6000 employees out of work in 2024

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Very sad.

[@johnoshea9619]

What's the leaf grabber called 😮

[@Njon129]

Darlac leaf grabbers … they are great

[@johnoshea9619]

@@Njon129 thank you they look good