Is the Husqvarna 130C good for a first gas trimmer?

Yes, if you want light weight and easy starts. It is simple to handle, but you must mix fuel and do routine two-stroke upkeep.

Can it cut thick brush and saplings?

No. The 28 cc engine and string head suit grass and weeds. Thick brush calls for a brushcutter with a blade.

What fuel does it take?

A two-stroke mix of gasoline and oil, as with any small two-stroke engine. Check the manual for the ratio and use fresh mix.

How does it compare with a straight-shaft trimmer?

It is lighter and easier to swing, but a straight shaft gives more reach under decks and better balance for edging.

Does it come with line and a guard?

It ships with a Tap'n Go bump head and a cutting guard. Line is included, but you will need to refill the spool as it wears.

Can the shaft be shortened for storage?

No. The shaft is fixed, so plan on the full length when storing or transporting it.

Where is the Husqvarna 130C cheapest?

At Arco Lawn Equipment, for $229.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Husqvarna 130C?

Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings.

Where can I buy the Husqvarna 130C?

12 stores we checked sell it, including Arco Lawn Equipment, Husqvarna, eBay, SLE Equipment, Contractors Direct.

Husqvarna 130C

Best price now

$229.99at Arco Lawn EquipmentObserved at 11:21 AM

Compared across 14 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Husqvarna 130C

Best price now

$229.99at Arco Lawn EquipmentObserved at 11:21 AM

Compared across 14 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Lowest price today: $229.99 at Arco Lawn Equipment (checked Nov 9, 2026).
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Our take on the Husqvarna 130C

The Husqvarna 130C is a gas string trimmer with a 28 cc two-stroke engine, a 17-inch cutting swath and a curved shaft. It is aimed at homeowners who trim around fences, trees and beds rather than clearing heavy brush. Smart Start and digital ignition make pull starts easier than on older two-stroke trimmers, and LowVib handles reduce hand fatigue. Against straight-shaft rivals it is lighter and easier to swing, but it gives up reach and torque for edging and thick growth.

Best forHomeowners with a quarter acre to an acre of lawnTrimming around fences, trees and flower bedsBuyers who want a light gas trimmer without mixing fussOccasional use where a cordless trimmer runs out of power

Pros

Smart Start and digital ignition cut pull-cord effort
LowVib handle and ergonomic grip reduce vibration
17-inch swath covers ground quickly
11.3 lbs is light for a gas trimmer
Tap'n Go bump head feeds line without stopping

Cons

Two-stroke engine needs mixed fuel and regular upkeep
Curved shaft is awkward for edging and tall users
1 hp and 28 cc struggle in thick, wet growth
Fixed shaft cannot be shortened for storage or transport
Some owners report hard starting after long storage

Husqvarna 130C prices at every store

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Husqvarna 130C price history

Lowest price we've seen: $229.99 on Nov 9 at Arco Lawn Equipment. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

3.5 / 510 ratings

Ratings are middling. Owners like the light weight and easy starts when the trimmer is maintained, but several complain about starting trouble and weak power in heavy grass.

What people mention

StartingMixedSome owners say it fires on the first or second pull; others report hard starts after the trimmer sits for weeks.
WeightPraisedOwners find it easy to carry and swing for a gas trimmer.
PowerCriticisedReviewers say the 28 cc engine bogs down in tall, wet grass and thick weeds.
ShaftMixedThe curved shaft is comfortable for trimming low growth but awkward for edging along walks.
VibrationPraisedThe LowVib handle keeps hand fatigue down during longer sessions.

From Arco Lawn Equipment

28cc curved shaft string trimmer
Digital ignition and Smart Start® technology for quick, easy starts
Ergonomic design with LowVib® handle for comfortable use
17 in cutting width
Lightweight at 11.3 lbs (excluding cutting equipment)
Ideal for trimming around obstacles

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About the Husqvarna 130C

Tackle tough lawns on with the Husqvarna 130C. This string trimmer starts quickly and easily, thanks to the digital ignition and Smart Start® technology. Perfect for homeowners who need to trim around obstacles, this curved shaft trimmer features an ergonomic design and handle with LowVib® technology for easier, more comfortable use.

Specifications

Power Source: Gas
Power Type: Cordless
Usage Type: String Trimmer
Weight: 11.3 lbs (excl. cutting equipment)
Cutting Width: 17 in
Cutting Method: String
Cutting Speed: 8,000 rpm (maximum power speed)

Questions and answers

Is the Husqvarna 130C good for a first gas trimmer?: Yes, if you want light weight and easy starts. It is simple to handle, but you must mix fuel and do routine two-stroke upkeep.
Can it cut thick brush and saplings?: No. The 28 cc engine and string head suit grass and weeds. Thick brush calls for a brushcutter with a blade.
What fuel does it take?: A two-stroke mix of gasoline and oil, as with any small two-stroke engine. Check the manual for the ratio and use fresh mix.
How does it compare with a straight-shaft trimmer?: It is lighter and easier to swing, but a straight shaft gives more reach under decks and better balance for edging.
Does it come with line and a guard?: It ships with a Tap'n Go bump head and a cutting guard. Line is included, but you will need to refill the spool as it wears.
Can the shaft be shortened for storage?: No. The shaft is fixed, so plan on the full length when storing or transporting it.
Where is the Husqvarna 130C cheapest?: At Arco Lawn Equipment, for $229.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Husqvarna 130C?: Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings.
Where can I buy the Husqvarna 130C?: 12 stores we checked sell it, including Arco Lawn Equipment, Husqvarna, eBay, SLE Equipment, Contractors Direct.