Factory Reconditioned Ryobi ZR30004 18-Inch 30cc 1 HP Gas Powered Brush Cutter

by Ryobi

Product Features

• Factory Serviced to perform like new. Minor cosmetic blemishes may be present.
• 18-inch cutting swath
• .095-inch bump feed dual line for quick and easy line advancement
• Zip Start Plus 45 percent less effort needed to start
• Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 17 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0012853JM
• Item model number: ZR30004
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #49,161 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Ryobi 18-Inch Brush Cutter & Straight Shaft String Trimmer with 30cc 1.0HP Engine. Dual piston rings combined with hard chrome-plated cylinder provide greater compression for increased power and efficiency. Accepts Expand-it attachments converting to a pruner, edger, blower, tiller, straight shaft trimmer, and hedge trimmer (attachments sold separately). J-barrier padded handle and shoulder harness for support and operator comfort. Trimmer kit included.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars disappointing bc30 reconditioned, July 14, 2006

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C. layton (above ground) - See all my reviews
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I used the brushcutter attachment as delivered for about 4 tanksful of gas. First, the air filter cover fell off because a tab that holds it was torn. I never found the cover. The little foam filter was still there, so I held it on with rubber bands.

More seriously, the lower attachment shaft got so HOT that it blistered my hand badly when I grabbed it.

Now I have to find a ryobi service center and travel to fix my 3 day old P.O.S.

Inspection stickers mean nothing with this product.

Buyer Beware

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Originally pleased - now its a dud!, April 28, 2008

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Thomas Pierno (Bridgewater, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Factory Reconditioned Ryobi ZR30004 18-Inch 30cc 1 HP Gas Powered Brush Cutter (Lawn & Patio)

I bought this as a new (not re-con) Ryobi unit. Though against my better judgment I bought it based on the price vs more recognized brands. I had some setup problems but worked them out. It ran OK for a short while.

Though it is very powerful and cuts down almost anything when it is running, it just will not run for more than 10 minutes (usually far less) before it stops and will not restart for a long time. It is also extremely heavy, so if you buy one of these things just know it will fatigue you sooner than lighter units.

Ironically it looks very well made, and the attachments make it a very attractive system to buy. That said it makes a 1/2 hour trimmering assignment "take hours"!

My prior four star rating went to 2 based on its power but it may be a one star for folks like yourself.

Totally unreliable! This was my first and last Ryobi purchase.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Husky trimmer, June 15, 2007

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G. Stewart (Meadow Valley, CA) - See all my reviews
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Amazon Verified Purchase

I purchased the re-conditioned cutter/trimmer to do some pretty heavy work. I was a bit skeptical about thet starting feature but decided the price and the other reviews I read at Amazon and on the web were good enough. Once assembled, I primed the engine, gave a single pull and off it went. I warmed up the engine for a moment, released the choke, and I was off to work. I ran the engine hard for a good 2 hours without a die out or stall. It ran fine and is going to be a much used piece of hardware in the years ahead. Thanks!