Troy-Bilt TB10CS 17-Inch 31cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered Curve Shaft String Trimmer

by Troy-Bilt

Product Features

• 31cc 2-Cycle non-clutch string trimmer
• Spring Assist starting system
• Dual line bump head
• Adjustable D-handle
• Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 12 x 58.2 inches ; 15 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 15 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• 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: B0007LJQZC
• Item model number: TB10CS
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,451 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Troy-Bilt 31 cc 2-cycle gas trimmer with 17-inch cutting swath and edge guide features convenient EZ-Start choke technology, which allows the user to simply flip the choke, prime the engine, and then give a slow, smooth, easy pull for a guaranteed start. The EZ-Start technology allows the trimmer's engine to engage with 55-percent less effort than most gas models. With its rugged 31 cc engine, the trimmer provides plenty of brawn to power through the most ragged, overgrown growth. The trimmer's professional-style curved-shaft design gives easy access underneath low-growing shrubs. The trimmer cuts in a 17-inch radius and features heavy-duty, 0.080-inch dual lines with convenient bump-head line release.

When it's time to replace the line, the line replacement system is exceptionally easy to load and rewind, all without removing the spool or taking it apart. The entire trimmer feels exceptionally balanced and comfortable in the hand, and the ergonomic soft-grip D-shaped handle easily adjusts for both right and left-handed users. The trimmer comes with all the necessary oil for immediate operation, and is covered by a 2-year limited warranty.

Product Description

To maintain that perfect landscape, our Troy-Bilt 2-cycle trimmers provide easy use and consistent dependable power. And they are easy to start, with Spring Assist starting for up to 55% easier pull-starting. Great for residential trimming jobs. Starts fast with a slow and steady pull. Adjustable D handle can be used right or left-handed. Displacement (cc): 31, Engine: 2-cycle, Shaft Type: Curved

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars More than enough....., May 24, 2005

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The Homeowner (Indiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Troy-Bilt TB10CS 17-Inch 31cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered Curve Shaft String Trimmer (Lawn & Patio)

I purchased this trimmer to replace my electric trimmer that was falling apart. The directions are straight-forward, and assembly was simple. Starting the trimmer for the first time took several tries, but eventually fired right up.
Moving from an electric trimmer to a gas trimmer is quite a change. The Troy-Bilt has dual-trimmer ends, and rotates much faster. It weighs quite a bit more than the electric, naturally, which is really the only downfall, outside of the edge guide. The edge guide is a bit awkward, since it is a rotating wheel. It is a bit bulky and makes it hard to judge the true length of the strings.
Overall, especially for the price, you can't beat this trimmer. I would recommend it to anyone with a moderate sized yard.

17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Didn't Meet Minimum Needs for a Trimmer, March 23, 2009

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Dean Toner "soggy_root" (Monroe, WA.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Troy-Bilt TB10CS 17-Inch 31cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered Curve Shaft String Trimmer (Lawn & Patio)

I bought one of these after my long time John Deere (Homelight rebranded) Trimmer had finally given up the ghost.

First: I do not have a huge lot nor do I have a lot of heavy grass to contend with. My yard is pretty much the same as most suburban people and it requires a lot of weekly manicuring to keep up.

This unit had a lot of difficulty in starting. You should only have to give a unit 3 pulls, with the choke on and properly primed, to start it. Right out of the box, it would start then quit. Start, then quit. Once it finally did warm up the trimmer never seemed to rev up to full speed as if it was starving for fuel. Flipping the trimmer upside down to edge the lawn (something a trimmer must be able to do) would most certainly starve the trimmer and quit. This system has a horrible fuel delivery design and can't even perform the basic needs of a trimmer.

The rock guard, or whatever you want to call it, is too small. When trimming, this thing will blow stuff all over you! I don't know why they even put the rock guard on because I got beaten up every time I used it!

I gave this thing the benefit of the doubt based on price but after 30 days I just couldn't take it anymore. If it has difficulty starting, can't edge because it starves out for fuel and the rock guard won't protect the operator from flying debris then it just becomes a miserable experience to use. I took it back and got a full refund without any questions.

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Troy Built Trimmer, September 18, 2005

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B. Turci - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Troy-Bilt TB10CS 17-Inch 31cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered Curve Shaft String Trimmer (Lawn & Patio)

I found this trimmer to be very easy to start,however the weight balance of the unit seems to be difficult to distribute the weight forward thus making it easier to hold the unit.I got a little arm weary after about 15 mins.