Comparison of STIHL petrol brush cutter

STIHL petrol brush cutter
STIHL petrol brush cutter

Welcome to this “STIHL petrol brush cutter comparison” article. STIHL brushcutters are for many real specialist tools for the layout and regular maintenance of decorative green spaces and can also be used to cut branches or dried grass of different sizes. STIHL presents brushcutters of different capacities for occasional and professional gardening.

Problem, getting an ideal STIHL petrol brushcutter can be a complex task for many, especially if you are not yet familiar with brushcutters.

In concrete terms, there are mainly two main types of STIHL petrol brushcutters:

  1. The STIHL backpack brushcutter
  2. The “ordinary” STIHL petrol brush cutter (double handle, gooseneck handlebar or circular handle, R version).

STIHL brushcutter comparison

STIHL offers petrol brushcutters in different versions and performance classes. Light and compact models for dense vegetation and thin branches.

  1. STIHL backpack brushcutters offer a convenient solution for maintaining steep embankments, orchards, or vineyards and easily mowing weeds on hard-to-reach areas, mountains and steep slopes.
  2. “Ordinary” STIHL petrol brushcutters are powerful and efficient for maintaining large green spaces, roads, bushes, dense thickets, mowing grass and weeds around the house. These brushcutters are generally equipped with a gooseneck handlebar to increase the working range when mowing, or with an ergonomic circular handle.
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STIHL FS 240
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STIHL FS 55
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STIHL FS 40
Débroussailleuse Thermique à Dos STIHL FR 131
STIHL FR 131
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STIHL FR 410
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STIHL FR 460 TC-EFM

FS 40 C STIHL Petrol Brushcutter

The recent STIHL FS40 compact brushcutter with a simplified starting system is part of the recent generation of the lightest STIHL brushcutters. The FS 40 C STIHL petrol brush cutter is equipped with a stratified scavenging 2-stroke engine featuring 2-MIX technology, a technology that offers more power and traction, but at the same time reduces fuel consumption by up to 20 % than a 2-stroke engine without 2-MIX technology.

The reduction of the level of exhaust gas emission to 70% (emission of harmful gases) represents another advantage of the engine of this excellent brushcutter for small areas of grass.

  • STIHL 2-MIX Engine: The eco-friendly STIHL 2-MIX stratified-scavenged engine is also powerful, efficient and economical due to its buffer system that reduces fuel mixture losses during scavenging.
  • Automatic stop/return button: thanks to this automatic stop and return button, the switch of the FS 40 C STIHL petrol brushcutter remains constantly in the on position even after a break in operation, so the engine is always ready to start. So, no need to monitor the choke when restarting.
  • Multifunction control and the circular handle (R): the circular handle is very practical, as it allows the brushcutter to be used naturally in confined environments. While the multifunction control makes it easy to manage all the controls accessible in one place.
  • Manual priming pump: With the manual priming pump, fuel can be manually pumped into the carburettor using a simple thumb pressure on the pump. The purpose of the presence of this pump is to reduce the number of starting jerks after a long period of immobilization of the STIHL petrol brush cutter.
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STIHL FS 40 C STIHL: Technical characteristics and functions

  • Power: 0.7 kW / 1 HP
  • Displacement: 27.2 cc
  • Weight: 4.4 kg (without fuel, without cutting tool or protection)
  • CO2: 853 g /kWh
  • Sound pressure level Lpeg: 94 dB (A)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 107 dB (A)
  • Level of vibration left/right wire tools: 7/6.4 m/s 2
  • New two-stroke engine: the new stratified charge 2-stroke engine for sudden acceleration. Less exhaust gas emission and fuel consumption.
  • Automatic return stop button: the stop/start switch favours the start-up of the electronics and the immediate stop of the machine with the help of a familiar pressure on the starter.
  • Multifunction control: place where all the controls are grouped together for more flexibility.
  • Circular handle: the objective of the circular handle is to offer great manoeuvrability in places where the radius of action is reduced.

STIHL Backpack Brushcutter FR 131

Simplified starting with stop button and automatic return so that the engine is always ready to start, multifunction circular handle and STIHL 4-MIX ® engine with a large tank, the FR 131 thermal backpack brushcutter is a light 9.6 tool kg without cutting tool or fuel. It enables efficient mowing of grass with great freedom of movement in hard-to-reach areas, mountains, steep slopes, etc. Transporting and storing this STIHL petrol brush cutter FR 131 is easy thanks to its removable tube.

  • Automatic decompression engine: the STIHL FR 131 petrol brushcutter comes with a STIHL 4-MIX engine equipped with the automatic decompression system, which increases the opening time of the intake valve when starting the engine, reducing significantly the force exerted on the starter cable. The 4-MIX engine combines the advantages of 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines. It therefore produces less exhaust gas, less operating noise and offers excellent traction and cutting precision. In addition, it does not require an oil change.
  • Anti-vibration system: the anti-vibration (AV) system is installed on the STIHL backpack brushcutter STIHL, like most STIHL backpack petrol brushcutters.
  • The anti-vibration system made up of shock absorbers that reduce the transfer of annoying vibrations generated by the engine and the cutting unit in motion. Due to this, the level of transmission of vibrations to the handle is relatively moderate, which makes working more pleasant and stress-free.
  • Circular handle (R): the circular handle (R version) of STIHL petrol brushcutters is necessary for clearing brush in tight spaces (where there is only a reduced radius of action), for cleaning sloping surfaces steep.
  • Removable tube (T): the STIHL FR 131 brushcutter is equipped with a removable transmission shaft. So, you no longer need an additional tool for storage, transport, and storage. The FR 131 T version of the STIHL backpack brushcutter is compatible with KM tools.
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STIHL Backpack Brushcutter FR 131: Technical characteristics and functions

  • Power: 1.4kW
  • CO2: 845g/kWh
  • Displacement: 36.3 cc
  • Weight: 9.6 kg (without cutting tool or protection)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 110 dB (A)
  • Right vibration level: 2.2 m/s 2
  • Left vibration level: 2.2 m/s 2
  • Sound pressure level Lpeq: 97 dB (A)
  • STIHL 4-MIX engine: the STIHL 4-XM engine combines the advantages of two engines, that is, the advantages of the 2-stroke engine and the advantages of the 4-stroke engine, this engine produces less exhaust gases, less noise during operation and does not need oil change.
  • Long-life air filter: The air filter of the STIHL petrol brush cutter FR 131 is made of long-life paper. Easily accessible, it extends change intervals.
  • Stop button and decompression system: thanks to its return stop button, monitoring the position of the stop button is no longer necessary, because the engine is always ready to start. As for the decompression system, it lengthens the opening time of the valve while starting the machine, thus considerably reducing the force exerted on the cable.
  • Round handle and anti-vibration system: the round handle of the STIHL FR 131 brushcutter allows you to work in tight spaces, while its anti-vibration system reduces the transfer of harmful vibrations generated by the engine and the cutting tool by spin.
  • Removable transmission shaft: the STIHL FR 131 backpack petrol brushcutter can be easily stored in a bag for transport or storage thanks to its tube that can be completely dismantled with a simple screw.

STIHL Backpack Brushcutter FR 410

STIHL FR 410 backpack petrol brushcutter for demanding professionals and private individuals. The STIHL FR 410 brushcutter prevails in the area of cutting dense thickets of tough grasses, shrub vegetation, mountainous surfaces, steeply sloping terrain and escarpments.

The FR 410 brushcutter is capable of carrying out a wide range of activities: from cutting on rough terrain and small trees to mowing bushes thanks to its backpack system which considerably reduces the level of vibration. This makes the STIHL backpack brushcutter FR 410 so simple and easy to operate.

  • 2-stroke stratified scavenging engine: The STIHL FR 410 brushcutter is equipped with a high-torque, fuel-efficient 2- stroke (2-MIX engine). With its integrated electronic power system, the brushcutter saves up to 20% fuel and lubricants compared to a conventional 2-stroke engine. This 2-MIX engine produces little noise during operation and reduces harmful gas emissions by 70%. The STIHL FR 410 brushcutter is equipped with a compensator which protects the engine and a saturation regulator which prevents over saturation of the fuel mixture when the air filter is clogged. These two elements make it possible to maintain the power of the STIHL petrol brush cutter FR 410 for a long service life.
  • STIHL ErgoStart (FT) and anti-vibration system (AV): The ErgoStat is a simple engine starting device that allows the 2-MIX engine to be started comfortably and smoothly. For this reason, the forces exerted when starting the engine are driven towards engine starting thanks to an intermediate spring between the crankshaft and the starter cable reel, which compensates for the peak effect. Thus, the pull of the cable is relatively soft. The anti-vibration system (AV) composed of rubber bumpers helps to absorb the transmission of annoying vibrations generated by the motor and the rotating cutting tool. Even at high rpm, the transmission of vibrations to the bodies is extremely low, so that the work is easier and less tiring.
  • Primer pump: the manual primer pump provides the carburettor with the amount of fuel needed for starting with a few thumb presses on the pump. The priming system reduces the number of cycles needed to start the STIHL petrol brush cutter FR 410 after a long period of non-use.
  • Multifunctional circular handle: the circular handle of this brushcutter facilitates its guidance in all serenity, but also allows a simple and easy use of the brushcutter thanks to the assembly in a single place all the control functions for the management of the engine.
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STIHL backpack brushcutter

STIHL Backpack Brushcutter FR 410: Technical characteristics and functions

  • Power: 2 kWh / 2.7 HP
  • CO2: 840g/kWh
  • Displacement: 41.6 cc
  • Weight: 10.7 kg (without cutting tool or protection)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 110 dB (A)
  • Right vibration level: 2.2 m/s 2
  • Left vibration level: 2.3 m/s 2
  • Sound pressure level Lpeq: 100 dB (A)
  • 2-MIX 2-stroke engine: high torque and economical, runs as quietly as possible with 20% less fuel consumption and 70% less carbon dioxide.
  • ErgoStart: a smooth and regular pull is enough to start thanks to the comfortable and effortless starting system.
  • Harness: The engine of the STIHL FR 410 backpack petrol brushcutter is fixed and swivels on the comfortable harness with an integrated padded belt.
  • Integrated compensator: the compensator prevents the mixture from over-saturation when the air filter is dirty, while providing the necessary power to the engine.
  • Manual fuel pump: using this pump, fuel can be manually pumped into the carburetor. Thus, the number of starting jerks is reduced after a long standstill of the machine.

STIHL Backpack Brushcutter FR 460 TC-EM / FR 460 TC-EFM

The  STIHL FR 460 TC-EM /TC-EFM petrol brushcutter is a very powerful professional brushcutter equipped with the intelligent M-Tronic engine management system, removable transmission shaft, ErgoStart system STIHL for easy starting, anti-vibration system for more hours of work without feeling too tired, a circular handle for work in less accessible places, a multifunction handle grouping all the accessible control commands One-handed, durable rubber manual fuel pump in bulb form to manually feed fuel to the carburettor for quick cold starts. The STIHL FR 460 backpack petrol brushcutter comes with a harness on which the brushcutter motor is attached and swivels.

  • STIHL 2-MIX stratified charge engine: the 2-stroke engine with 2-MIX stratified charge technology guarantees power and performance. In addition to its high torque, the STIHL 2-MIX engine reduces fuel consumption by up to 20% compared to 2-stroke engines not equipped with 2-MIX technology, but which provide equal power.
  • STIHL ErgoStart (in 2 versions, E and F): the STIHL ErgoStart (E) system allows the STIHL FR 460 TC-EM backpack petrol brushcutter to be started comfortably and effortlessly   thanks to a relay spring between the crankshaft and the cord spool. Starting while the ErgoStart (F), fully electric starting system (STIHL Electro-Start) with which the  STIHL FR 460 TC-EFM version is equipped of the STIHL petrol brush cutter allows the brushcutter to be restarted by pressing the restart button without having put the machine on the ground. Thus, the brushcutter can be restarted while remaining on the back in the event of voluntary stopping of the engine. The ErgoStart (F) system does not neutralize the properties of the standard ErgoStart, since the machine can be started by pulling the ErgoStar.
  • Primer pump for the STIHL backpack petrol brushcutter: the primer pump allows you to manually supply fuel to the carburettor by simply pressing the transparent button (fuel pump) in the shape of a small light bulb. Thanks to the priming pump, the number of cycles necessary for starting after a long period of non-use of the brushcutter is thus reduced.
  • Circular handle and multi-function handle: the advantage of the circular handle is that it facilitates the work of mowing, thinning, etc. In hard-to-reach places or on rough terrain, steep sloping terrain. As for the multifunction handle, it brings together all the engine control commands in a single place, accessible to the user with a single hand.
  • Removable Tube:  The removable tube offers the user the ability to disassemble the driveshaft without the use of tools for space-saving transport and storage.
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STIHL Backpack Brushcutter FR 460 TC-EM: Technical characteristics and functions

  • Power: 2.2 kWh/3 HP
  • CO2: 865g/kWh
  • Displacement: 45.6 cc
  • Weight: 10.9 kg (without cutting tool or protection)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 112 dB (A)
  • Right vibration level: 2.5 m/s 2
  • Left vibration level: 3.3 m/s 2
  • Sound pressure level Lpeq: 99 dB (A)
  • STIHL M-Tronic engine: the ingenious M-Tronic system efficiently manages the engine fully electronically for easy starting and optimal performance.
  • ErgoStart (E): facilitates cold starting due to the presence of an intermediate spring between the crankshaft and the starter cable reel.
  • ErgoStart (F): offers the possibility of hot restarting the STIHL petrol brush cutter by simply pressing the restart button.
  • Anti-vibration system: an anti-vibration system installed in specific areas significantly dampens the vibrations generated by the oscillations of the motor and the rotating cutting tool.
  • Compensator: the role of the compensator is to control and regulate the air-fuel mixture when the air filter has become dirty and no longer fulfils its role of filtering the air before it enters the carburettor.
  • Power: 2.2 kWh/3 HP
  • CO2: 865g/kWh
  • Displacement: 45.6 cc
  • Weight: 11.6 kg (without cutting tool or protection)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 112 dB (A)
  • Right vibration level: 2.5 m/s2
  • Left vibration level: 3.3 m/s2
  • Sound pressure level Lpeq: 99 dB (A)
  • STIHL M-Tronic engine: The M-Tronic system manages the engine fully electronically for easy starting and optimal performance.
  • ErgoStart (E): facilitates cold starting due to the presence of an intermediate spring between the crankshaft and the starter cable reel.
  • ErgoStart (F): offers the possibility of hot restarting the STIHL petrol brush cutter by simply pressing the restart button.
  • Anti-vibration system: an anti-vibration system installed in special areas significantly dampens the vibrations generated by the oscillations of the motor and the rotating cutting tool.
  • Compensator: the role of the compensator is to control and regulate the air-fuel mixture when the air filter has become dirty and no longer fulfils its role of filtering the air before it enters the carburettor.

STIHL FS 55 Brushcutter / FS 55 R

The FS 55 STIHL brushcutter is one of the most widely used brushcutters in the STIHL petrol brushcutter category. Moreover, the FS 55 is the No.1 in sales in France in the category of trimmers, grass cutters and brushcutters. The STIHL FS 55 model is designed in 2 versions, namely:

  • The STIHL FS 55 version equipped with double handle and gooseneck handlebar facilitates mowing work in small spaces and lawns; curb maintenance; finishing work after passing the lawnmower and clearing of bushes.
  • The STIHL FS 55 R version fitted with the circular handle or round handle is the ideal tool for clearing steep terrain, in trenches, under obstacles. Thanks to its round handle, working in tight spaces becomes easy.
  • Stratified scavenged engine: The STIHL FS 55 or FS 55 R brushcutter comes with a STIHL stratified scavenged engine, which saves fuel up to 20% less fuel consumption. Starting the engine is made easy by an intermediate spring between the crankshaft and the starter, so a little pull is enough to start the powerful and economical STIHL 2-MIX engine.
  • This STIHL FS 55 brushcutter has other useful functions such as:
    1. The priming pump that allows you to manually supply the carburettor with fuel for a quick cold start.
    2. The multifunction handle that brings together all the engine controls in one place, accessible with one hand.
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Débroussailleuse STIHL FS 55 R

STIHL FS 55 Brushcutter / FS 55 R: Technical characteristics and functions

  • Power: 0.75 kW / 1 HP
  • Displacement : 27.2 cc
  • Weight: 4.9 kg (without fuel, without cutting tool or protection)
  • CO2 : 857g/kWh
  • Lpeg sound pressure level: 95 dB (A)
  • Sound power level Lweq : 108 dB (A)
  • Level of vibration left/right wire tools: 5.5/5.4 m/s 2
  • Power: 0.75 kW / 1 HP
  • Displacement : 27.2 cc
  • Weight: 4.4 kg (without fuel, without cutting tool or protection)
  • CO2 : 857g/kWh
  • Lpeg sound pressure level: 95 dB (A)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 108 dB (A)
  • Left/right wire tool vibration level: 8.5/8.5 m/s 2
  • STIHL 2-MIX engine: The STIHL FS 55 brushcutter engine is both powerful and economical thanks to its exhaust gas separation system from the ambient air, which minimizes the loss of engine speed and increases torque while reducing fuel consumption.
  • Gooseneck handlebar: the use of gooseneck handlebars allows you to work much longer, because the gesture is much more natural.
  • Circular handle: the use of the circular handle is more pleasant on uneven terrain where there are many obstacles.

STIHL FS240 / FS 240 CE / FS 240 R Brushcutter

The STIHL FS 240 petrol brushcutter, designed in 3 versions, is a brushcutter designed for professionals in agriculture, horticulture and landscaping, equipped with a very powerful, economical and environmentally friendly STIHL 2-MIX engine. The tool is also equipped with the STIHL ErgoStart simplified starting system, anti-vibration system and manual priming pump.

  1. STIHL FS 240 version: the STIHL FS 240 version of this brushcutter allows you to perform mowing work without providing too much effort thanks to its double handlebar-shaped handlebar of a motorcycle.
  2. STIHL FS 240 CE version: opt for the STIHL FS240 CE version if you want a balanced, easy-to-use tool for mowing large, dense areas.
  3. STIHL FS 240 R version: thanks to the R version of the STIHL FS 240 petrol brushcutter equipped with the circular handle, clean and clear steep or uneven areas with great manoeuvrability and without providing too much effort.
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STIHL FS 240 / FS 240 CE / FS240 R: Technical characteristics and functions

  • Power: 1.7 kW / 2.3 HP
  • Displacement : 37.7 cc
  • Weight: 7 kg (without fuel, without cutting tool or protection)
  • Lpeg sound pressure level: 98 dB (A)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 109 dB (A)
  • Level of vibration left/right wire tools: 4.6/4.0 m/s 2
  • Power : 1.7 kW / 2.3 HP
  • CO2 : 856g/kWh
  • Displacement : 37.7 cc
  • Weight: 7.1 kg (without fuel, without cutting tool or protection)
  • Lpeg sound pressure level: 99 dB (A)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 109 dB (A)
  • Level of vibration left/right wire tools: 4.6/4.0 m/s 2
  • Power: 1.7 kW / 2.3 HP
  • CO2: 856g/kWh
  • Displacement : 37.7 cc
  • Weight: 6.6 kg (without fuel, without cutting tool or protection)
  • Lpeg sound pressure level: 99 dB (A)
  • Sound power level Lweq: 109 dB (A)
  • Left/right wire tool vibration level: 5.6/5.7 m/s 2
  • STIHL 2-MIX engine: thanks to the buffer system, the engine of the STIHL FS240 brushcutter reduces fuel mixture losses during sweeping.
  • Anti-vibration system: the anti-vibration system reduces vibrations from the motor and the cutting tool to the handle. As a result, the use of the machine is pleasant and comfortable.
  • Circular handle: the handle makes it easy to work on uneven or hard-to-reach surfaces.
  • Two-handed handle: The double handle of the STIHL FS 240 brushcutter ensures natural movement when mowing in large areas.

Advantages and disadvantages of the STIHL petrol brush cutter

Advantages:

  • The engine of a thermal brush cutter provides enough mechanical power output (speed at which the thermal engine, also called a petrol engine, does the work when it receives energy from the fuel).
  • Petrol brush cutters are ideal for mowing and clearing large grassy areas, unlike electric brush cutters, which are practical for work on landscaped areas around the house.

Disadvantages:

  • Mechanical start
  • They are a bit bulky and noisy.
  • They produce exhaust gases.
  • They require a lot of maintenance.
  • They produce a lot of vibrations.
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