The AL-KO HT440 has a 440 watt electric motor, 44cm (17 inch) cutting length and a cutting diameter of 1.6cm. The HT440 is ideal for tackling young growth on hedges. The blade end on the HT440 hedgetrimmer features a safety guard, to protect the high speed blades from contacting walls or floors. . Ergonomic control elements prevent user fatigue during use. The integrated spirit level on the AL-KO HT440 ensures straight hedge cutting at all times. The AL-KO HT 440 also has a security cable and a stroke rate of 3400rpm. A lightweight electric hedge cutter at only 3.2kg. A 12 metre cable is included.Winner of the reddot design award 2010