60V 10 in. Brush Cutter

Features

  • Up to 47 minutes of no-load runtime per charge (using DEWALT DCB609 battery on ECO setting).
  • High-torque brushless motor with peak power reported as 18% greater than a 36cc gas brush cutter (comparison per manufacturer notes).
  • Measured noise level reported as approximately 70% lower than a 36cc gas brush cutter (using DCB609 on Hi; per ANSI/OPEI B175.3-2013 comparison noted by manufacturer).
  • 10-inch tri-tip carbide steel blade; designed to accept industry-standard blades.
  • D-ring handle and included shoulder harness for grip and support.
  • LED display to communicate operational information and status.
  • Sold as tool-only; battery and charger are sold separately.
  • Includes single shoulder strap, auxiliary handle and guard, and a 10-inch blade.

Specifications

Type Electric Brush Cutters
Fuel Type Battery
Power Equipment Type Trimmers
Category Outdoor Power Equipment
Subcategory Trimmers & Edgers
Starting System Electric Start
Drive Shaft Straight
Handle Loop (D-ring provided)
Cutting Head Metal blade (10-inch tri-tip carbide steel included)
Blade Size 10 in.
Battery Included No
Runtime Up to 47 minutes no-load (with DEWALT DCB609 battery on ECO)
Motor Brushless, high-torque (manufacturer comparison to 36cc gas unit)
Noise Comparison Reported ~70% quieter than a 36cc gas brush cutter (manufacturer comparison)
Warranty 2 Year Warranty

A cordless 60V, 10-inch brush cutter intended for landscape and overgrowth clearing. It uses a brushless motor and is sold as a tool-only unit (battery and charger not included). The unit accepts industry-standard blades and includes a D-ring handle and shoulder harness for support. An LED display provides basic operational information.

Model Number: DCBC580B
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Project Ideas

Business

Quiet Brush Clearing Service

Offer low-noise, battery-powered clearing for HOAs, hospitals, schools, and residential areas with strict noise windows. Market the reduced sound and zero on-site emissions, charge by square footage or hourly, and upsell monthly maintenance plans.


Defensible Space & Fire Mitigation

Provide 0–5 ft and 5–30 ft zone clearing around homes and cabins to meet local wildfire codes. The tool’s high torque tackles dense brush and small saplings; package services include initial clearance, seasonal re-cuts, and debris chipping/hauling add-ons.


Solar Site & Utility Corridor Vegetation

Maintain vegetation under solar arrays, around inverters, and along fence lines where fumes and noise are problematic. Battery power reduces downtime near sensitive equipment; bid per megawatt-acre or linear foot and schedule routine visits.


Real Estate Lot Prep & Curb Appeal

Quickly open walkable paths, reveal topography, and improve listing photos on overgrown lots. Offer 24–48 hour turnaround packages that include selective clearing, access path creation, and optional drone before/after imagery.


Invasive Species Removal Specialist

Target species like buckthorn, privet, and kudzu with the appropriate blade, then follow up with stump treatment (where permitted) and scheduled re-cuts. Partner with municipalities, parks, and land trusts; price per area and species difficulty, with seasonal contracts.

Creative

Field Mowing Murals

Use the 10-inch carbide blade to carve temporary land-art designs into tall grass and overgrowth for seasonal events or drone photography. The quiet operation helps avoid disturbing neighbors and wildlife while you create patterns, logos, or mazes in meadows and vacant lots.


Garden Rooms & Pathways

Transform an overgrown yard into defined ‘rooms’ and meandering paths by selectively clearing brush and saplings. The high-torque brushless motor and shoulder harness support precise cuts to frame views, create sitting nooks, and connect spaces with natural-looking corridors.


Woodland Labyrinth

Lay out a walking labyrinth at the woodland edge or in a field by cutting clean, narrow corridors through brush. The low noise makes it suitable for meditative spaces, retreat centers, and school campuses where peace and quiet matter.


Habitat Restoration Micro-Patches

Create small native wildflower plots by clearing invasive thickets and brush in mosaic patterns. The cutter’s ability to accept industry-standard blades lets you switch to the best blade for thick stems, helping open ground for seeding without heavy machinery.


Scenic Vistas & Trail Nooks

Selective thinning along trails to reveal viewpoints, install natural benches, and frame photo spots. The D-ring handle and harness make controlled trimming easier on slopes and uneven terrain, producing clean sightlines and safe pull-outs.