Overview

The EGO HTX5300-PA is a cordless PRO X long-reach hedge trimmer designed for demanding professional hedge maintenance. Its articulating cutting head helps reach tall and deep hedges, while the 53cm double-sided blade and three selectable speeds provide flexibility across trimming tasks. A carbon-fibre shaft with an internal steel drive shaft keeps the tool’s construction focused on durability, and adjustable harness points help support comfortable use over prolonged periods.

Key Features

• 53cm double-sided, triple-sharpened blade with dual-action cutting
• Articulating cutting head for working on tall and deep hedges
• Three selectable speeds with variable trigger control
• Brushless motor and rear geared motor system
• Carbon-fibre shaft with internal steel drive shaft
• 2.5m reach and 5.6kg product weight
• IoT-ready with built-in Bluetooth Low Energy module
• Compatible with EGO 56V ARC Lithium batteries

Reach and cutting control

The long-reach pole design and articulating head are intended to help trim tall and deep hedges. The 53cm double-sided blade has a triple-sided, triple-sharpened cutting profile, with a 28mm blade gap and 21mm tooth depth.

Three speed settings, variable trigger control and no-load speeds of 3,200, 3,600 and 4,000rpm let the operator adjust the tool’s operation to the task. The blade tip protector helps protect the end of the blade during use.

Designed for professional use

EGO positions its PRO X range for demanding professional and specialist use. On the HTX5300-PA, a brushless motor and rear geared motor system are paired with a carbon-fibre shaft and internal steel drive shaft. Adjustable harness points support comfortable prolonged use; the stated product weight is 5.6kg.

EGO 56V battery platform and runtime

The HTX5300-PA is compatible with EGO 56V ARC Lithium batteries. EGO states that its 56V batteries work across the Power+ tool range, including PRO X tools; robotic mowers are excluded from this battery system.

EGO quotes runtimes of up to 54 minutes with a 2.5Ah BA1400T battery, up to 108 minutes with a 5Ah BA2800T, and up to 216 minutes with a 10Ah BA5600T. These figures are specific to the stated battery models and capacities; actual runtime will vary with use and working conditions.

Connectivity and warranty

A built-in Bluetooth Low Energy module makes the trimmer IoT-ready. EGO’s stated warranty periods are five years for domestic use and three years for professional use, subject to the manufacturer’s applicable warranty terms.