A hydrostatic brush cutter for rough, sloping ground where a geared mower is hard to control. The smooth drive and pivoting deck cost a lot more than DR’s geared machines.
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Every Billy Goat Outback BC26 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own cutting head.
| Model | Cutting width | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billy Goat Outback BC2601HM | 26 in | 2.7/5 | $4,200 |
| Billy Goat Outback BC2601HH (this one) | 26 in | 2.6/5 | $5,150 |
| Billy Goat Outback BC2601HHC | 26 in | 2.6/5 | $5,550 |
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its cutting head. How we rank explains each one.
| Model number | BC2601HH |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Head | Blade |
| Cutting width | 26 in |
| Thickest stem | 2 in |
| Engine and drive | |
| Engine | Honda |
| Displacement | 388 cc |
| Drive | Self-propelled |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Electric start | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 325 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
A geared Honda brush cutter for clearing overgrown lots and saplings up to 2 in. DR’s PRO 26 matches its stem rating for less money and a longer warranty.
Arlington Power $4,200 eBayThe caster-wheel version of Swisher’s 24 in Predator, easier to steer along winding trails. DR’s field and brush mowers cut thicker stems for less.
Amazon $3,449.95 eBayThe caster-wheel Billy Goat hydro, for keeping rough fields and trails mowed at a set height rather than one-off clearing. Pricey next to DR’s geared mowers.
Arlington Power $5,550 eBayCompare the Billy Goat Outback BC2601HH with any other brush mower →
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