The Echo 58-Volt Hedge Trimmer is part of Echo?s 58-Volt Cordless Lineup. This hedge trimmer sports 24-inch dual-action blades for an extended reach. The brushless motor offers superior power and performance. Choose from a kit with battery and charger or trimmer-only options below. The Echo 58-Volt Hedge Trimmer cuts through branches up to 3/4-inc in thickness. This trimmer has built-in anti-jam technology, allowing for continuous cutting. As part of the 58-Volt Cordless Lineup, this hedge trimmer utilizes Echo?s Lithium-Ion Batteries and Battery Charger. Lithium-ion batteries run at 100% power until the battery is dry. They are also 50% lighter than Ni-Cad batteries. Echo?s 58-Volt Cordless Lineup features four different tools that utilize a common battery platform. All four machines feature powerful, maintenance-free brushless motors and heavy-duty construction. Each of these tools runs quietly, starts quickly, and is more dependable than similar fuel-driven counterparts. Removing fuel from the equation also removes that 2-cycle smell and makes them safer to use. And, since these tools run on a lithium-ion battery, they are more lightweight than standard battery-operated tools. This fantastic lineup of tools saves you both time and money. Plus, Echo covers them with the same warranty as their gas units!