Ryobi Homelite Blade Assembly

This specific blade assembly is designed for Ryobi 18V cordless hedge trimmers. Because compatibility can vary by specific model number, we recommend verifying your trimmer's model against the OEM part number 311826001 before purchasing.

Yes, the blade assembly arrives pre-sharpened and ready for immediate installation. You may notice a safety paint coating on the edge, which is normal and will naturally wear off after your first few uses.

Choosing an OEM part like this Homelite assembly ensures the exact material specifications, weight, and balance required by your tool's original design. This maintains the factory-standard performance and reliability of your hedge trimmer, which aftermarket parts may not always guarantee.

While specific requirements depend on your trimmer model, you generally need a screwdriver and a wrench set to remove the housing and the old blade. Always ensure the battery is removed from the tool before starting any maintenance to prevent accidental activation.

You should consider replacing the blade if you notice the trimmer tearing branches rather than cutting them cleanly, or if the motor seems to be working harder than usual to complete the same tasks. Visible signs of heavy rust, bent teeth, or significant dulling that sharpening cannot fix are also clear indicators.