DeWalt 60V MAX 17-1/2 in brushless cordless string trimmer with bike handle

60V MAX 17-1/2 in brushless cordless string trimmer with bike handle

Features

  • High-torque brushless motor
  • 17.5 in cutting swath
  • Accepts .095 in and .105 in trimmer line
  • Bike handle with D-ring/bull handle and included dual-shoulder harness
  • LED display for status information
  • Includes trimmer head and guard
  • Tool-only configuration (battery and charger sold separately)

Specifications

Battery System 60V MAX (maximum initial voltage 60 V; nominal 54 V)
Motor Type Brushless high-torque motor
Cutting Swath 17.5 in (17-1/2 in)
Line Sizes Supported .095 in and .105 in
Peak Torque (Vs 36cc Gas) Up to 63% greater (using DCB609 battery; manufacturer comparison)
Peak Power (Vs 36cc Gas) Approximately 18% greater (using DCB609 battery; manufacturer comparison)
Noise (Vs 36cc Gas) Approximately 70% quieter (using DCB609 on Hi; manufacturer comparison, per ANSI/OPEI B175.3-2013)
Controls/Display LED information display
In The Box String trimmer (tool), dual shoulder strap, bull handle and guard, trimmer head
Warranty 2 year limited warranty
Notes Battery and charger sold separately

A 60V-class brushless cordless string trimmer designed for heavy vegetation. It uses a high-torque brushless motor, has a 17.5-inch cutting swath, and accepts .095 and .105 in trimmer line. The bike-style handle and included dual-shoulder harness distribute weight for carrying comfort. An LED display provides basic tool status. Battery and charger are sold separately.

Model Number: DCST981B
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Project Ideas

Business

Quiet-Hours HOA Trim Blitz

Offer fast, low-noise compliance trimming for HOA neighborhoods during early mornings or evenings. Market the battery-powered advantage (quieter than gas) and price by lot size with add-ons for fence lines and curb edging.


Fence-Line & Right-of-Way Clearing

Target ranches, storage yards, and commercial perimeters. Use .105 line and the high-torque motor to chew through heavy weeds along fences, guardrails, and ditches. Bill per linear foot with seasonal maintenance contracts.


Solar Array Vegetation Management

Maintain under-panel and between-row growth where low noise and zero emissions are valued. Offer monthly or biweekly trims to prevent shading losses, with photo reports and panel-safe work practices as a differentiator.


Trails, Parks, and Cemetery Care

Provide precision edging around markers, benches, and path borders. The bike handle and harness support long, controlled sessions across large properties. Bundle with litter pick-up and light pruning for a turnkey package.


Real Estate Yard Rescue

Rapidly reclaim overgrown listings for photos and showings. Flat-rate packages by lot size include tall-grass knockdown, walkway clearing, and curb appeal edging. Produce dramatic before/after visuals for agents’ marketing.

Creative

Lawn Labyrinths

Lay out temporary walking labyrinths in tall grass for backyard events or mindfulness gardens. Use the 17.5 in swath for bold, smooth paths and switch to .095 line to refine edges. The bike handle and harness help you hold consistent curves over larger areas.


Meadow Mosaics

Design negative-space art in wildflower meadows by trimming paths and shapes while leaving bloom patches intact. Alternate line sizes (.095 for delicate areas, .105 for thick stems) to control texture and contrast.


Pop-Up Picnic Nooks

Carve intimate clearings and winding access paths in overgrown yards, orchards, or by the lakeside. The quiet brushless motor makes it friendly for shared spaces while you sculpt cozy, usable nooks from dense vegetation.


Backyard Trail Networks

Create mini hiking/biking loops with clear sightlines, trail borders, and safety pull-offs. The wide cutting swath speeds corridor clearing, while the harness reduces fatigue on multi-hour shaping sessions.