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DCST981B

60V MAX 17-1/2-In. Brushless Cordless String Trimmer With Bike Handle (Tool Only)

A DEWALT cordless string trimmer with a silver straight shaft, black and yellow handle, and dual handles for control. The trimming head features yellow cutting lines. The device is designed for outdoor yard maintenance.

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Built for professional landscapers, this 60v MAX 17.5-in. String trimmer with bike handle is designed to deliver the power, efficiency, and comfort to tackle tough overgrowth. Provides peak torque of up to 63% greater than a 36cc gas string trimer" . Achieves peak power 18% greater than a 36cc gas string trimmer"¡, and is 70% quieter compared to a 36cc gas string trimmer. Bike handle with included dual-arm harness is designed to distribute the weight for optimal comfort. This string trimmer features a 17.5-in. Swath designed to plow through tough brush and overgrowth and is capable of handling both .095 and .105 line. LED display built to quickly communicate vital information. Battery & charger sold separately

  • Quick cuts - cut through weeds and overgrowth quickly with a peak torque of up to 63% greater than a 36cc gas string trimmer" .
  • Power of gas - high-torque brushless motor achieves peak power 18% greater than a 36cc gas string trimmer"¡.
  • Tough swath - plow through brush and overgrowth with a 17.5-in. Swath.
  • Optimal comfort - bike handle with included dual-arm harness designed to distribute the weight for comfort.
  • Control at your fingertips - LED display built to quickly communicate vital information.

Product Type
String Trimmer
Voltage
60 V
Cordless or Corded
Cordless
Power Source
Battery
Tool Only
Yes

  • (1) DCST981 String Trimmer
  • (1) Dual Shoulder Strap
  • (1) Bull Handle & Guard
  • (1) DEWALT Trimmer Head

  • 2 Year Warranty

* *Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 60 volts. Nominal voltage is 54.

* †Using DCB609 battery vs Stihl FS 131 36cc Gas String Trimmer (battery sold separately).

* ‡Using DCB609 battery vs Stihl FS 131 36cc Gas String Trimmer (battery sold separately).

* **Using DCB609 on Hi when compared to Stihl FS 131 36cc Gas String Trimmer in accordance to ANSI/OPEI B175.3-2013 (battery sold separately).