Wahl Professional Animal Arco Pet
- Dog Clipper
- Battery
- Plastic
- All
- More reviewed than 83%
A cordless, multi species clipper kit with five length settings, backed by a one year warranty and a 30 day satisfaction guarantee.
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How it ranks among the 75 dog clippers we track
4.2★ across 5,750 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
5,750 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
400+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A cordless clipper kit from Wahl's Arco line built for dogs, cats and horses, finished in champagne, with a plastic housing and metal blade.
It runs on a rechargeable battery with a 75 minute charge time and offers five cutting length settings between roughly 0.09 and 0.40 inches, positioned by Wahl as a professional grooming tool rather than a basic home trimmer. It ranks in Amazon's horse grooming category as well as dog clippers, reflecting its multi species use.
- Cordless battery power
- 5 cutting length settings
- 0.09 to 0.40 inch cutting range
- 75 minute charge time
Who it's for
Groomers or pet owners who clip multiple animals or coat types and want a cordless kit with adjustable length settings rather than a single length trimmer.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Five cutting length settings
- Rated for dogs, cats and horses
- One year warranty plus 30 day satisfaction guarantee
- 75 minute charge time limits continuous run time
- Not waterproof per the listing
Performance notes
The clipper cuts between about 0.09 and 0.40 inches across five settings, powered by a battery that Wahl rates at a 75 minute charge time, with a metal blade set into the plastic housing for the cutting work.
Specifications
| Brand | WAHL |
|---|---|
| Model | 8786-452 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions | 6.7 × 1.4 × 1.4 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Blade Material | Metal |
| Color | Champagne |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Hair Type | All |
| Connector Type | No Connector |
| Number Of Settings | 5 |
| Are Batteries Required | Yes |
| Is Waterproof | No |
| Asin | B003WH10X4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,116 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #19 in Horse Grooming & Bathing Supplies #66 in Dog Grooming Clippers |
| Model Name | Arco |
| Charging Time | 75 minutes |
| Manufacturer | Wahl Clipper Corp. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8786-452 |
| Upc | 043917206820 043917878690 043917878652 |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Grooming |
| Item Nype Name | Animal Grooming Clipper |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Trimmer |
| Cable Feature | Cordless |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '5,750', 'stars': '4.2'} |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional grooming, Trimming (for dogs, cats, and horses) |
| Target Audience | Cat, Dog |
| Model Number | 8786-452 |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dog clippers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wahl Professional Animal Arco PetThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 5,750 | 4.1 / 5 |
| oneisall Dog Clippers Low Noiseoneisall | 4.5 / 5 | 97,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hartz Groomer's Best Flea Comb for Dogs and CatsHartz | 4.7 / 5 | 22,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Coastal Pet Safari Double Row CombCoastal | 4.5 / 5 | 15,300 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Dog Clippers for Groomingdog | 4.5 / 5 | 6,500 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the WAHL 8786-452
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What animals is the Wahl Arco clipper rated for?
Wahl lists it for dogs, cats and horses.
Is the Arco clipper corded or cordless?
It's cordless, running on a rechargeable battery with a 75 minute charge time.
How many cutting length settings does it have?
Five settings, covering roughly 0.09 to 0.40 inches.