Husqvarna

Husqvarna 130C

Ranked #7 in String Trimmers

405 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Consumer Reports names it one of the best string trimmers for “cutting weeds and grass,” and Popular Mechanics highlights its lightweight shaft and durability.

Consolidated from 4 independent outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

3 positive sources
1 mixed source

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Flagged as a product to avoid

1 of 4 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Heavy weight and short runtime undercut its value compared to the higher-rated FS 111 RX; it is also more expensive for the performance it offers.
Flagged 28 July 2026

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Pros & cons

✓ Lightweight shaft
✓ Durable build
✓ Powerful motor
✓ Lightweight design
✓ Good cutting performance

✗ Heavier weight
✗ Heavy weight
✗ Short runtime

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 3 articles and 1 video review

3 positive sources

Northern Tool Article

Refurbished Husqvarna 130C Gas String Trimmer. Perfect for homeowners, these curved shaft gas string trimmers make light work of trimming around obstacles, with large 17in. cutting widths to let you tackle more area in less time.

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The Chris Review The Chris Review · 26K subscribers · May 2026

First up is the Husqvarna 130C, which is the best gas curved shaft string trimmer. And Husqvarna is a brand that comes up consistently in outdoor power equipment testing and this trimmer gives you a good sense of why. In testing, it scored perfect fives across every single cutting category. Trimming, >> edging, and tall grass and weeds all hit the top mark.

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Bob Vila Mark Wolfe, Timothy Dale · reviewer

BEST CURVED-SHAFT: Husqvarna 130C Curved Shaft String Trimmer

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1 mixed source

Qz Article

CR noted that a large batch of 130C units was recalled in 2024 due to a fire hazard in the ignition module, but the issue has since been resolved; buyers should confirm any unit they purchase is not among the recalled serial numbers. Husqvarna's curved-shaft gas trimmers earn very good owner satisfaction and midrange predicted reliability in CR's member surveys.

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