The M18 FUEL™ Pole Articulating Hedge Trimmer has the power to cut 1” branches, cuts faster, and provides more versatility for clean cuts. The hedge trimmer features a 24” blade with 1” cut capacity, allowing users to clear more material in a single pass. Designed to meet landscape maintenance professional needs, this unit has robust double sided blades for faster & more aggressive cutting. This tool's total length is 85", the articulating mechanism allows for 270 degree rotation of the blade set, giving users 13 operating positions and 1 storage position. The hedge trimmer includes a tip guard to prevent damage to the blade and surrounding work area, as well as a padded grip and rotating handle for optimal hand placement and increased comfort. The M18 FUEL™ Pole Articulating Hedge Trimmer is fully compatible with 250+ solutions on the M18™ system.