At its recent Media Summit, Echo announced and showed 21 new products. The line covers a range of handheld tools and shows the company’s commitment to both battery power and gas power sources. Here is a brief overview of each new tools. To read an interview with marketing executive Wayne Thomsen, see the October issue of OPE Business magazine.
Chainsaws
DHCS-2500 TN
Calling this the lightest top handle battery powered chainsaw on the market, Echo introduces the DHCS-2500TN. It’s designed for reduced vibration with improved cutting performance. This saw is essentially the same product as the DCS-2500T but with a new and narrower 80TXL chain for improved cutting efficiency. MSRP is $659.99, and the product will be available in December.
CS-3410
Using a high-power 34.4cc 2-stroke engine, the CS-3410 provides 1.7 horsepower, a 17 percent increase over its predecessor the CS-310. MSRP is $219.99, and will be available early in 2024.
Robotics Technology
Echo added RTK GPS technology to its existing robotic turf mower, a professional tool designed to cut large areas. The mower has larger mowing capacity for faster maintenance of sports fields and other large areas. The real-time kinematic installation helps the robot navigate with an accuracy of around 2 to 3 cm, allowing it to mow in a pattern with a minimal overlap.
Trimmers, Edgers, Powerheads
DPAS-2600
The DPAS-2600 is an X Series commercial-grade attachment capable powerhead. Allowing for fast, easy attachment changes and compatible with all 16 attachments in the ECHO Pro Attachment Series. Features MaxOut technology. This new battery-powered tool is similar to the gas-powered PAS-2620. MSRP is $519.99, and the tool is currently available.
DPPF-2100
This battery powered pruner uses the DPAS-2100 powerhead, and an 80TXL chain for improved cutting speed and reduced vibration. The tool’s bar Length is 10 in., and its overall length is 96 in. MSRP is $579.99, and the tool is available now.
DPPT-2600H
The battery powered pruner has an extendable reach, giving it an overall length from 107 in. to 146 in. It has a 10-in. bar length. MSRP is $799.99, and the tool is currently available.
DPE-2600
This battery powered stick edger uses an aluminum debris shield, same as the PE-2620 pro stick edger. Its 2:1 gear case converts the high-speed motor to improved cutting power at the lower end. MSRP is $599.99, and it will be available in November.
DHC-2200 and DHC-2800
Echo has two new dual-sided battery-powered hedge trimmers, in 22-in. and 28-in. lengths. Each has a rotating rear handle for vertical cutting. MSRP is $549.99 and $569.99, respectively. These will be available in December.
DHCS-2800 and DCHS-3400
Two single-sided trimmers join the lineup, with 28-in. and 34-in. lengths. These tools feature the same blade quality as commercial gas units and have three sharpened sides on all teeth. MSRP is $569.99 and $589.99, respectively. The tools will be available in November.
DPE-2100
This battery-powered, curved-shaft edger is designed for residential use. When using a 2.5Ah battery, users should be 40 minutes of run time. This edger uses the same gear case, molded debris shield, front handle, and easy height-adjustment wheel as the gas-powered PE-225. MSRP is $299.99, and the tool will be available late in 2023.
DHCA-2600
This articulating pole trimmer features 135-degree rotation. The battery-powered tool runs Echo’s 56V batteries. MSRP is $799, and the tool will be available in March.
Blowers
PB-7910T and PB-7910H
This gas-powered backpack blower is the industry’s most powerful blower under $600. It runs on a 79cc two stroke that helps push 835 CFM and has a convenient pleated paper side-mounted air filter. Users can choose a hip-mounted or tube-mounted throttle. MSRP is $579.99, and it will be available in November.
DPB-5800T
The industry’s only three-port battery-powered backpack blower is also Echo’s newest blower. It delivers up to 795 CFM of air volume with speeds up to 195 MPH. Running on two 5 Ah batteries, it will run for 30 minutes. Using three batteries, the run time is 80 minutes. The throttle control shows battery life. MSRP is $699.99, and it will be available in October.
PB-5810T and PB-5810H
Featuring an all-new 59.7cc engine, the PB-5810 blower provides homeowners with 700 cubic feet of air volume at air speeds of 200 mph. This lightweight, easy-starting, blower is designed for homeowners with large properties. The “T” has a tube-mounted throttle and the “H” a hip-mounted throttle. MSRP is $429.99, and it will be available in early 2024.
Batteries and Chargers
LC-56V5A2
The new Dual Port Rapid Charger has an optional wall mount and includes USB-A & USB-C ports for charging mobile device. In can charge one 2.5 Ah battery in 38 minutes, and two 5.0 Ah batteries in 60 minutes. MSRP is $169.99, and it will be available in December.
LC-56V1A
The new Top Mount Charger charges one 56V battery at a 1-amp charge rate making it ideal for overnight charging. It features a two-color LED charge indicator and 6-foot power cord. MSRP is $49.99 and will be available in December.
LBP-56V400
The new 56V 8.0AH battery is intended for homeowners and commercial landscapers and enables extended run times. It features an on-board LED charge gauge and rubber over-molding for increased durability. MSRP is $349.99, and it will be available in December.