Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS Review
A powerful 51.7 cc petrol brush cutter with blade, line head and harness included — a lot of clearing power for the money.
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Pros
- Big 52 cc power for a very low price
- Blade, head and harness included
- Handles brambles and tough growth
Cons
- Budget-grade build and refinement
- Can be fussy to start with stale fuel
- Heavy, 2-stroke mixing required
The Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS delivers a lot of clearing power per euro: a 51.7 cc engine with a blade, line head and harness all included, for around the price of a small entry machine. It’s built to take on brambles, scrub and neglected land.
Who it’s for
Buyers with tough, overgrown plots who want serious petrol power without a premium price and don’t mind budget-grade finish. Use fresh fuel to keep starting easy.
Verdict
Outstanding power for the money — a genuine bargain for heavy clearing on a budget.
Serious 52 cc clearing power at an entry price, with everything in the box — a bargain for tough, overgrown land if you accept budget-grade refinement.
Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS — frequently asked questions
Is the Einhell GC-BC 52 powerful enough for brambles?
Yes — its 51.7 cc engine with the included 3-tooth blade tackles brambles, scrub and tall neglected grass. It's built for tough, overgrown land.
What's included?
A 3-tooth metal blade, a line head and a padded harness with an adjustable bike handle — a complete kit for the price.
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Our score
7.8/ 10
Serious 52 cc clearing power at an entry price, with everything in the box — a bargain for tough, overgrown land if you accept budget-grade refinement.
Who this one is for
Big, overgrown or brambly plots where you want maximum petrol power on a budget.
If this one is not the right fit
- On a tighter budget: Fuxtec FX-MS125, at 100 € in the same category. see the review
Value for money
At 174 €, it sits -33 % against the 260 € median of the 20 models in this category published here.
Guides that feature it
Price and availability
A reference exists on these Amazon stores: France, United Kingdom. Listed is not the same as in stock — availability changes daily.
Details checked on July 2026.
Sources
Specifications: manufacturer sheet and Amazon product page. Prices and availability: Keepa. No product on this site has been physically tested.
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