The GT-225i weed trimmer is a lightweight, curved shaft weed wacker that is easy to maneuver around trees and posts. The i-75 starting system reduces starting efforts by 75%. The ergonomic adjustable handle allows you to customize the location for better handling. All ECHO yard trimmer engines are certified with the highest EPA engine durability rating.
- Use a 50:1 ratio of fuel to oil mix for 2-stroke cycle engines, recommend using only fresh gas with a minimum octane rating of 89 or higher (mid-grade to premium) at all times
- 50:1 ratio equal 1 US Gal. 89 octane plus 2.6 fl. oz. ECHO PowerBlend gold oil or ECHO red armor oil
- 21.2 cc professional-grade 2 stroke engine
- Weed trimmer features a 21.2 cc professional-grade 2-stroke engine
- i-75 starting system reduces starting effort by 75%
- Weed wacker comes with a 5-year consumer/2-year commercial warranty
- Ergonomic adjustable handle for a custom fit
- 2-line Rapid-Loader for easy line changes
- 16 in. cutting swath
- Easiest starting curved shaft trimmer available
- 48 in. curved shaft for easy maneuverability
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Jeramy Greenfelder (verified owner) –
I have owned a dozen trimmers in my day but this is the finest I have ever used. Starts so easy and the trimmer head is so much better than the typical head that is loaded up with string only to jam up quickly.It is a joy to use and the quality is obvious the first time you use it.Someone finally got it right.
Jevon Schneider (verified owner) –
I had bought another brand trimmer and brand new it would not start and after i read the reviews i ordered this one and was greatly pleased by the ease it started . It does have a lot of power and breaks the line so i used a heavy duty line which improved but still beaks unless you reduce the speed.Only other drawback is i had to order on line as stores dont carry it and cannot use my military discount,but it was worth the extra cost.
D’angelo Jerde (verified owner) –
I used to purchase a new trimmer every 3 or so years and they all died – until I bought my ECHO. I’ve tried trimmers that weighed a lot more from that company that used to sell everything including houses. I tried battery versions as well. All gone. But the most reliable, durable, start every time on second pull is this ECHO . . for six years now. And don’t be fooled by the easy release twine versions. They’ll break in 2 years (My sins lasted only one). This trimmer uses pre-cut trimmer line and it works every time. No doubt not the most powerful but always does what I need it for including trimming around an acre, 20 trees, a 70’ stone wall and 3 lamp posts.
Emily Lemke (verified owner) –
My 70 year old wife thinks its great . This is her 2nd one , first one lasted 6 or 7 years
Jada Reichel (verified owner) –
Nice weedeater, hate the thin line it uses which requires constant replacing
Colleen Waters (verified owner) –
Very easy to use. Starts within a couple pulls and very easy to change the line.
Jazlyn Homenick (verified owner) –
Easy to use quick start line feed very easy. Overall nice machine.
Santino Bergstrom (verified owner) –
I bought the 225I about 4 months ago to clear land I had purchased. The growth was about six feet tall, a mix of wild grasses, wild rose bushes, and dense brush. The trimmer held up well to the challenge. I was able to knock down a majority of the growth with the heavy-duty line I purchased separately. Refilling the spool is not a big deal at all, I think it is a good design. The motor is strong and reliable and the vibration is not bad at all. I spent hours on multiple days working the land, the 225I never said die. I am planning on buying the blade kit to take care of the thicker, nastier growth that cutting twine can’t touch. I am confident that this combo will help me wrap up the job before next spring.
Rollin Crona (verified owner) –
very easy to order. delivered on time. runs better than my last echo that lasted me 14 years. i hav a small farm an this tool gets put to the test daily. awesome starting
Houston Sawayn (verified owner) –
It turns off after about an half hour of constant use.
Mae Klocko (verified owner) –
Quality product, started immediately and has plenty of power. Light and well balanced. Originally purchased straight shaft version but was unhappy with small guard at trimmer head that threw too much debris on user.
Jazmyn Turner (verified owner) –
Guard prevents it from getting too close to chain link fence, but could be a closer cut.String doesn’t cut as well at low speed, works well at High speedLight weight and easy to use! Thanks
Lydia Kling (verified owner) –
Completely satisfied with this trimmer! SO easy to start, and it’s light weight!
Talia Feest (verified owner) –
I bought a straight shaft version of this trimmer 4 years ago and with the i75 starter it starts better than anything 2-stroke I have ever had. When my wife started having trouble getting her pair of old weed-eaters started I suggested the curved shaft Echo with the i75 starter. We have been well pleased. It has started on the second or third pull every time so far. Was pleasantly suprised how much easier it is on my back than the straight shaft. The straight shaft has advantages for heavier cutting and at times is more able to get into tight places. I also have an Echo trim saw that starts and runs very well. The new trimmer has the type head where you just pull the line back through when it wears down and insert another pre-cut line into the head. We get 2-3 cuttings of our lot per set of lines. This is easier for her than setting aside the trimmer that ran out of line and having to start another one. We have had our trimmer about a month.
Rosella Crist (verified owner) –
Was not sure I would like the pre-cut line but it works very well. Can do my whole yard including trimming along a chain link fence without changing line. I bought the easy start model and it work great. I have an ECHO trim saw and a straight shaft trimmer and they are the best gas powered equipment I have ever owned. My wife prefers the curved shaft trimmer above all others and has had no problem starting it over 1 and one half years she has used it. Have always been impressed with the fact that these engines idle no issue if you have to set them down to do something and then resume cutting. They start better hot than any two stroke engines I have ever had. Like the quick line change feature on the straight shaft trimmer very much. My straight shaft trimmer is 5 years old and the chainsaw is 4 years old.