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The best 52cc brush cutters

For brambles, scrub or seriously overgrown land, this shortlist of 52 cc-class petrol machines is ranked on clearing power, kit and value.

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In short:The 52 cc machines we cover are budget-priced petrol two-strokes with blades. The Fuxtec FX-MS152 (52 cc, 2.95 hp) comes with a twin-line head, metal brush blade and padded strap; the Einhell GC-BC 52 (51.7 cc, 1.5 kW, 8.5 kg) adds automatic choke, a split shaft and a 25.5 cm 3-tooth blade. As multitools, the Fuxtec FX-MT152 (up to 3 hp, four attachments, harness) and IKRA IBKH 52-1 (1.5 kW, hedge trimmer, pole pruner, 76 cm extension) also cut hedges and branches.

Our picks, ranked

  1. 1
    Fuxtec FX-MS152 52cc 2-stroke petrol brush cutter 3-tooth steel blade harness
    Value 52cc

    FUXTEC · 52 cc · 2-stroke

    Fuxtec FX-MS152

    A 52 cc, 2.95 hp petrol brush cutter with a metal blade, line head and padded strap included — huge cutting capability for tough, overgrown land.

    8.0/10
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  2. 2
    Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS 52cc 2-stroke petrol brush cutter with 3-tooth blade
    Big value 52cc

    EINHELL · 51.7 cc · 2-stroke

    Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS

    A powerful 51.7 cc, 1.5 kW petrol brush cutter with a split shaft, 3-tooth blade, twin-line head and carrying strap included — a lot of clearing power for the money.

    7.8/10
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  3. 3
    Fuxtec FX-MT152 52cc 2-stroke 4-in-1 petrol multitool brush cutter pole pruner hedge trimmer
    4-in-1 value

    FUXTEC · 52 cc · 4-in-1 multitool

    Fuxtec FX-MT152

    A 52 cc 4-in-1 petrol multitool — brush cutter, grass trimmer, hedge trimmer and pole pruner on one engine, with a harness — for varied garden jobs.

    7.9/10
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  4. 4
    IKRA IBKH 52 petrol 4-in-1 multi-tool with brush cutter, hedge trimmer and pole pruner attachments
    4-in-1 petrol

    IKRA · 51.7 cc · 4-in-1 multitool

    IKRA IBKH 52-1

    A 51.7 cc, 1.5 kW petrol 4-in-1: brush cutter, grass trimmer, hedge trimmer and pole pruner with a 76 cm extension — four tools, one engine.

    7.2/10
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What matters at 52 cc

At this size, the job is heavy clearing: brambles, scrub and grass that’s gone wild. What separates the machines is what’s in the box (blade, harness), weight and extra features like split shafts or multitool attachments.

Our picks

  • Fuxtec FX-MS152 — 52 cc, 2.95 hp, bike-style twin handle, 32 cm tap-and-go line and metal brush blade, padded strap.
  • Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS — 51.7 cc, 1.5 kW, automatic choke, electronic ignition, 0.9 L tank, split shaft, 42 cm line and 25.5 cm 3-tooth blade; 8.5 kg.
  • Fuxtec FX-MT152 — 52 cc multitool rated up to 3 hp, with brush cutter, grass trimmer, hedge trimmer and pole pruner attachments and a harness.
  • IKRA IBKH 52-1 — 51.7 cc, 1.5 kW multitool: 42 cm line, 25.5 cm blade, 395 mm hedge trimmer, 255 mm Oregon pruner bar and a 76 cm extension.

Living with 52 cc

Use a full double harness for long sessions (best harnesses), mix fuel at the manual’s ratio (fuel ratio chart), and wear full protection with the blade fitted. These engines are loud; ear defenders are essential.

Which should you choose?

For pure brush cutting, the Fuxtec FX-MS152 (most quoted power) or Einhell GC-BC 52 (starting aids, split shaft). If you also trim hedges and prune branches, a multitool — compare IKRA IBKH 52 vs Fuxtec FX-MT152. For lighter, premium alternatives, see the best 40 cc brush cutters.

Our picks at a glance

ModelTypeEngine / powerWeightRating
Fuxtec FX-MS152 Petrol 52 cc · 2-stroke — 8 / 10
Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS Petrol 51.7 cc · 2-stroke 8.5 kg (listing) 7.8 / 10
Fuxtec FX-MT152 Petrol 52 cc · 4-in-1 multitool — 7.9 / 10
IKRA IBKH 52-1 Petrol 51.7 cc · 4-in-1 multitool — 7.2 / 10

Weights are as stated by the maker, UK retailers or Amazon, so some include a battery or cutting gear and others don't — see each review for details.

Compare our picks head to head

Frequently asked questions

Do I really need 52cc?

For a tidy lawn, no. For brambles, thick scrub or land that hasn't been cut in years, 52 cc gives the torque to keep cutting without stalling.

Are 52cc brush cutters heavy?

Yes — the Einhell GC-BC 52 is listed at 8.5 kg. A proper double harness makes a big difference: the Fuxtec FX-MT152 includes a harness, while the FX-MS152 and GC-BC 52 come with carrying straps.

Is a 52cc multitool as good as a dedicated brush cutter?

As a brush cutter, it's comparable. The trade-offs are weight with the long attachments and the time it takes to swap heads.