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FS 56

FS 56 petrol-driven brushcutter: suitable for larger green areas and tough grass

General

FS 56

New versatile brushcutter with simplified start-up procedure. Bike handle for ergonomic mowing of large areas. Good for trimming lawns and clearing tasks in home gardens. With the appropriate cutting tool, also suitable for mowing matted grass, reeds and nettles.

Versions



The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.

Product variations

  • FS 56 C-E FS 56 C-E petrol-driven brushcutter: for large-area work, with comfortable STIHL ErgoStart
  • FS 56 R FS 56 R petrol-driven brushcutter: for working in confined spaces
  • FS 56 RC-E Versatile loop handle brushcutter, ideal for working in confined spaces without compromising on power. With ErgoStart (E).

Technical data

FS 56

Technical data

Technical data Value
Displacement cm³ 27,2
Displacement cu-in 1,66
Power output kW 0,8
Power output PS 1,1
Power output bhp 1,1
Weight kg 1) 5,1
Sound pressure level dB(A) 2) 93
Sound pressure level dB(A) 2) 94
Sound power level dB(A) 2) 108
Cutting tool Grass cutting blade 230-2
Vibration level left m/s² 3) 4,7
Vibration level right m/s² 3) 3,8
Vibration level left with metal tool m/s² 3) 5,5
Vibration level right with metal tool m/s² 3) 5,5
Total length cm 4) 170
Cutting circle diameter mm 420

1) Weight excluding fuel, cutting tool and guard
2) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
4) Without cutting tool

The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.

Features

FS 56

Standard features

  • ERGONOMIC BIKE HANDLE Zoom
    ERGONOMIC BIKE HANDLE

    EFFORTLESS MOWING OF LARGE AREAS. The ergonomic bike handle helps you mow large areas quickly and effortlessly, as this handle supports a natural brushcutter movement. The bike handle is easy to adjust and secure.

  • Basic harness Zoom
    Basic harness

    For use with loop handle machines.

  • STOP BUTTON Zoom
    STOP BUTTON

    RESTART WORK QUICKLY. With the stop button, you can switch off your power tool quickly and easily for a short break, for example. As the button springs back to its original position after actuation, the engine is immediately ready to start again. This provides more comfort after breaks and increases your work efficiency.

  • STIHL 2-MIX-Engine Zoom
    STIHL 2-MIX-Engine

    2-stroke engine with stratified charge. A fuel-free layer of air is created between the burned charge in the combustion chamber and the fresh charge in the crankcase, reducing the amount of fuel lost during the charge cycle. This results in more power with a lower weight, up to 20% lower fuel consumption than regular 2-stroke engines and significantly reduced exhaust emissions.

  • Multi-function control handle Zoom
    Multi-function control handle

    Easy, comfortable thumb-operated control means the operator's hand never leaves the handle.

  • Manual fuel pump (Purger) Zoom
    Manual fuel pump (Purger)

    A small fuel pump delivers fuel to the carburettor at the touch of a button. This reduces the number of starting strokes required following extended breaks in operations.

Additional features

  • ADVANCE Universal Harness Zoom
    ADVANCE Universal Harness

    Soft padding makes work more comfortable during longer jobs.

  • ADVANCE PLUS Universal harness Zoom
    ADVANCE PLUS Universal harness

    With a comfort carry ring for quickly attaching an removing the clearing saw.

  • Shoulder strap / carrying system Zoom
    Shoulder strap / carrying system

    Using a STIHL shoulder strap or carrying harness with soft padding makes work more comfortable, particularly during lengthy jobs.

  • STIHL ErgoStart (FT) Zoom
    STIHL ErgoStart (FT)

    STIHL ErgoStart cuts the effort required to start the tool by half, while the starter cord can be pulled at just one third of the normal force. A coil spring between the starter cord and the crankshaft smoothes out force peaks, making them virtually undetectable through the cord itself.

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The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.