Toro Kicks Off a Shrubbery Revolution with its Largest Cordless Hedge Trimmer
If you’ve been hesitant to shift your lawn care business to cordless OPE, hedge trimmers are a good place to begin. The performance and feel competes well against gas counterparts, and the convenience benefits make it an easy transition. As part of the Pro-focused Revolution line, should the Toro 60V 26-inch Revolution Hedge Trimmer (66120) be on your radar? I’ll show you what it has to offer.
Toro 60V Max Revolution Hedge Trimmer Performance
- Model: Toro 66120T
- Cutting capacity: 1.2-inch
- Max speed: 4100 SPM
- 2 speed modes
- Blade length: 26 inches
- Brushless motor
- Reverse mode
The Toro 66120T is the brand’s second 60V hedge trimmer and its largest model to date. It features a 26-inch blade with a cutting capacity that allows you to trim branches and shrubs up to 1.2 inches thick.
This new model is larger than Toro’s first-gen 60V hedge trimmer (51840), which has a 24-inch blade. The 51840 has a smaller 3/4-inch cutting capacity, so the boost to 1.2 inches with the 66120T is a nice increase.
For speeds, this hedge trimmer tops out at 4100 SPM. It features two speed modes (3200 in low, 4100 in high), letting you set your trimming rate to the application. There’s also a reverse mode that enables you to quickly unjam debris that can clog the teeth.
Power Sources
Along with a standard Toro 60V Max battery, this hedge trimmer is compatible with Toro’s 60V Revolution backpack power supply. This is particularly compelling for Pro landscapers who use other Toro 60V handheld OPE. The power supply features two battery ports and connects to the battery slot of your 60V Max tools, enabling you to run your equipment for longer between charges and quickly switch between handheld tools.
Toro 60V Max Revolution Hedge Trimmer Design
- Weight: 9.2 lbs (bare)
- Dual-sided cutting blades
- 180° rotating handle
- Blade tip guard
When it comes to design, Toro doesn’t deviate much from the standard formula with the 66120T. At 9.2 pounds for the bare tool, it’s on the heavier side—something we expect from models with more power and larger blades.
One particular design aspect I really appreciate is this model’s rotating handle. You can turn it up to 90° to the right and left, giving you a total rotating radius of 180°. This lets you more easily trim vertically and maneuver the trimmer around obstacles like buildings and other shrubs. The rotating handle was also present in the previous iteration, so it’s a nice carry-over that I enjoy seeing in hedge trimmers.
As expected, the blades are also double-sided, enabling a dual-action clipping style for a more even cut. Additionally, a tip guard protects the blade and your surroundings from accidental damage while you work.
Toro 60V Max Revolution Hedge Trimmer Price
This hedge trimmer retails for $399 as a bare tool. There are currently no kit options, so be sure to pick up a Toro 60V Max battery and charger if you’re not already on this platform. Toro backs your purchase with a 3-year residential warranty and a 2-year commercial warranty.
Should You Buy It?
If the Toro 26-inch Revolution hedge trimmer seems like a big improvement over the first 60V model, you’re right. Not only does is have a larger cutting capacity and higher top speeds, but it’s also designed around the needs of Pro landscapers. Between higher performance, a beefier build, and compatibility with the 60V Revolution backpack power supply, landscaping crews have a more legit option.
For those already on the 60V platform for their home lawn care needs, you’ll certainly enjoy the upgrade. That being said, the price is steep. At $399 for the bare tool, decide if you really need a Pro-grade model. If not, the first-generation 24-inch hedge trimmer is a quality alternative for those who value a lower price point.
Toro’s 20V platform is still an option as well if you’re after a more budget-friendly hedge trimmer to keep your landscaping in check.
