Brown Products B565H 6.5HP BedEdger Bantam B565H

Description

Brown Products B565H / B570K BedEdger Bantam

The Brown Products B565H and B570K BedEdger Bantam are compact, lightweight bed edging machines designed for professional landscapers who need the core capabilities of the full-size BedEdger platform in a lighter, more easily transported package. At 115 pounds, the BedEdger Bantam can be loaded and unloaded by one person and fits comfortably in a truck bed or cargo van alongside other equipment on a full-day route. The Honda-powered B565H and Kohler-powered B570K deliver the same cutting geometry and interchangeable rotor compatibility as larger models, optimized for lighter and more portable daily use.

Smaller Platform, Full Feature Set

The BedEdger Bantam was developed in direct response to customer requests for a less expensive, more portable bed edging solution. While the full-size BedEdger F-791 and F-991 are the machines of choice for high-volume operators running heavy daily schedules, the Bantam fills the need for a machine that handles both new bed definition and re-definition on smaller or medium-volume maintenance accounts without the weight and transport requirements of the larger platform.

Engine Options

• B565H: Honda at 6.5 HP
• B570K: Kohler at comparable rating

Key Features

• Compact and lightweight at 115 lbs for single-person loading and unloading
• Interchangeable rotor system for adjustable digging depth and width
• Tungsten carbide rotor points for cutting performance and wear resistance
• Double belt and pulley drive system
• Clay hood design reduces soil build-up on the cutting head
• Fully enclosed rotors for operator safety
• Low-profile Bantam frame for maximum stability
• Pull-unit design with leg geometry to reduce operator fatigue
• Neatly piles excavated dirt beside the trench for easy backfill
• Clutch lever for instant rotor power cutoff
• Minimum turf disturbance
• 1-year limited warranty: commercial and rental

Performance Specifications

• Bed edging rate: 10 to 30 feet per minute depending on soil conditions
• Cutting depth: 3.5, 4.5, and 5 inches (rotor dependent)
• Machine weight: 115 lbs
• Wheels: Steel with pneumatic tires
• Rotor points: Tungsten carbide
• Drive: Double belt and pulley system
• Shipping method: Motor freight, pre-assembled

Applications

• Defining new ornamental landscape beds on residential and commercial properties
• Re-defining existing beds on regular maintenance schedules
• Light trenching for irrigation and low-voltage wiring with appropriate rotors
• Bed edge maintenance on medium-volume landscape accounts

Differentiation from the B590H

The B565H uses a Honda 6.5 HP engine and weighs 115 pounds, suited to operators who prioritize maximum portability and ease of handling. The B590H, the larger BedEdger Bantam variant, uses a Honda 9 HP or Kohler 9.5 HP engine and weighs 137 pounds, offering more power for heavier soil conditions and longer production runs. Both models are built on the same Bantam frame and offer the same rotor compatibility and operational design.

Build and Warranty

Designed and manufactured in Midland City, Alabama, the B565H and B570K ship pre-assembled via motor freight and carry a 1-year limited warranty covering commercial and rental use. Brown Products supports the Bantam line with a full dealer network for replacement parts, rotors, and service.

Selecting Between the B565H and the B590H

The B565H and B570K use a Honda 6.5 HP or Kohler engine at comparable output, while the B590H and B595K use Honda 9 HP or Kohler 9.5 HP engines in the same Bantam frame. Operators who work primarily in sandy loam and light soils on residential maintenance accounts will find the B565H fully capable for their daily work. For those who regularly encounter clay-heavy soils, heavily rooted established beds, or higher-volume accounts where production speed is critical, the B590H’s additional power output provides a measurable advantage. Both models are manufactured in Alabama and ship pre-assembled via motor freight with 1-year limited warranty coverage.

Both the B565H and B570K ship pre-assembled from the Brown Products factory in Alabama and carry a 1-year limited warranty for commercial and rental use.