Blending the finest features of two-stroke and four-stroke technology, along with incomparable Shindaiwa engineering tweaks make Hybrid 4 the best technology available but what makes it better? Hybrid 4 is:

  • Better for the environment: Some of the lowest emissions levels for any handheld products.
  • Better for the operator environment: Reduction in fumes and a low engine tone (see sidebar).
  • Better for productivity: Hybrid 4 design has performance-enhancing Power Boost Chamber
  • Better starting technology: Hybrid 4 engines feature a built-in decompression that reduces the pressure within the cylinder thereby reducing the effort needed to pull the starter rope.
  • Better true all-position utility: Thanks to its fuel-born lubrication system, Hybrid 4 engines may be operated in any position — even upside down — on an extended basis.
  • Better torque: Hybrid 4 products deliver higher torque to the lower end for more power in tougher applications or enviornments.
  • Better business: Equipment powered by Hybrid 4 engines are easy to maintain and use the same fuel mix as two-stroke engines. Unlike conventional four-stroke engines, there is no messy oil sump and no oil level to check and maintain. This simpily means no mandatory oil changes at short intervals.
  • Better quality: Like all Shindaiwa products, Hybrid 4 engines incorporate premium components and close-tolerance engineering for long life and practical serviceability. Hybrid 4 engines feature a longer piston skirt that reduces play and wear within the cylinder. Hybrid 4 engines feature a forged crankshaft vs. some competitor units that use stamped components.
  • Better durability: Besides high quality components, Hybrid 4 engines also include dual-stage air filtration for cleaner air passing into the engine which increases engine life and reduces internal engine wear.
  • Better economy: In addition to an exceptional life expectancy, Hybrid 4 engines use 10 – 25% less fuel that equivalent Shindaiwa two-cycle engines for even greater operational savings (Fuel economy will vary depending on product use and operating habits.)
  • Better warranty: Hybrid 4 equipment carries a 2-year commercail warranty — dependability you can count on.