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FSA 65, tool only

FSA 65 cordless brushcutter: for trimming and clearing jobs

General

Cordless brushcutter for clearing work. Cutting arc diameter 300 mm, rubberized 2-component handle, infinitely variable round handle, the mowing line automatically readjusts when the mowing head is tapped on the ground, quiet, no ear protection necessary, weight 2.7 kg.

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Technical specifications

FSA 65

Technical specifications

Technical specifications Value
Rated voltage 36 V
Weight 1) 2,7 kg
Cutting circle diameter 300 mm
Sound pressure level 2) 75 dB(A)
Sound power level 2) 91 dB(A)
Vibration level, left/right with plastic tool 3) 1,3/1,1 m/s²
Total length 4) 153 cm
Cutting tool AutoCut C4-2
Cutting tool AutoCut mowing head C 4-2
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion AP-System
Recommended battery AP 115
Battery life time AP 200 5) 60 min
Battery life time AR 1000 5) 200 min
Battery life time AR 2000 5) 330 min
Battery life time AR 3000 5) 400 min
Battery life time AP 100 5) 30 min

1) Weight excluding battery, with 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 tools
5) Battery life times are approximate and may vary depending on application

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Features

FSA 65

Standard equipment

  • CARRYING RING Zoom
    CARRYING RING

    FOR SAFE STORAGE. The power tool has an integrated carrying ring. This allows you to store your power tool safely and compactly.

  • Handle Zoom
    Handle

    With the thumb screw, the pre-assembled, ergonomic loop handle can be adjusted to the desired position without tools.

  • STIHL Electric Motor (EC) Zoom
    STIHL Electric Motor (EC)

    The STIHL electric motor (EC) is extremely energy efficient, lightweight and compact. It runs quietly, generates very low vibrations and does not require servicing.

  • Charger Zoom
    Charger

    Three chargers are available: the AL 100 standard charger , the AL 300 quick charger and the AL 500 hi-speed charger.

  • Lithium-ion battery Zoom
    Lithium-ion battery

    Very powerful lithium-ion batteries, compatible with all STIHL and VIKING cordless tools. The batteries have no memory effect, meaning they can be charged hundreds of times for a consistent performance. Rechargeable with charger AL 100 standard charger, AL 300 quick charger or AL 500 hi-speed charger.

  • SAFETY LOCKING LEVER Zoom
    SAFETY LOCKING LEVER

    PREVENTS INADVERTENT START-UP. The safety locking lever prevents your power tool from accidentally starting up when the battery is inserted. If you want to secure your power tool, move the lever to the provided safety position on your power tool. If you want to resume work, you must unlock the power tool again using the lever.

  • Tool protection Zoom
    Tool protection

    The cover for occupational safety and protection of the flail head is fitted with two screws quickly.

  • Protective goggles Zoom
    Protective goggles

    For your safety, the glasses are well ventilated and have a wide side protection.

Retrofitted equipment

  • Spacer bracket Zoom
    Spacer bracket

    Practical spacer bracket for mowing along obstacles and around trees and bushes.

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Cutting Tools

FSA 65

Cutting Tools

    • AutoCut C mowing head (2-line) Zoom
      AutoCut C mowing head (2-line)

      Double lines, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically extended when the mowing head is tapped on the ground. With comfort grip for easy re-loading.

    Versions

    • Mowing head AutoCut C 4-2

    • AutoCut C mowing head (2-line) Zoom
      AutoCut C mowing head (2-line)

      Double lines, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically extended when the mowing head is tapped on the ground. With comfort grip for easy re-loading.

    Versions

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Accessories

FSA 65

Accessories

    • AL 300 quick charger Zoom
      AL 300 quick charger

      AL 300 quick charger 230 V. For STIHL AP and AR batteries. Device in housing base for wall mounting and cable rewind, with operating mode indicator (LED) and active battery cooling.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 220-240 V
    Weight 1,2 kg
    Rated current 2,3 A
    Charging current 6,5 A
    Weight 2,6 lbs
    Power consumption 0,3 kW

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    • AL 500 hi-speed charger Zoom
      AL 500 hi-speed charger

      230 V. For shorter charging times, for STIHL AK, AP and AR batteries. Mechanism in housing base for wall-mounting and cable rewind, with operating mode indicator (LED) and active battery cooling.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 220-240 V
    Charging current 12 A
    Weight 1,3 kg
    Rated current 2,6 A
    Weight 2,9 lbs
    Power consumption 0,6 kW

    Versions

    • AL 500

    • AL 101 charger Zoom
      AL 101 charger

      230 V. Compatible with STIHL AK and AP batteries. With charge-level indicator (LED). Cable tie with Velcro tape. Wall-mounting possible.

    Technical specifications Value
    Charging current 1,6 A
    Charging time AK 10 1) 95 min
    Charging time AK 20 1) 180 min
    Weight 0,7 kg
    Power consumption 0,08 kW

    1) Up to 100 % capacity

    Versions

    • AL 300 quick charger Zoom
      AL 300 quick charger

      AL 300 quick charger 230 V. For STIHL AP and AR batteries. Device in housing base for wall mounting and cable rewind, with operating mode indicator (LED) and active battery cooling.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 220-240 V
    Weight 1,2 kg
    Rated current 2,3 A
    Charging current 6,5 A
    Weight 2,6 lbs
    Power consumption 0,3 kW

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    • AL 500 hi-speed charger Zoom
      AL 500 hi-speed charger

      230 V. For shorter charging times, for STIHL AK, AP and AR batteries. Mechanism in housing base for wall-mounting and cable rewind, with operating mode indicator (LED) and active battery cooling.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 220-240 V
    Charging current 12 A
    Weight 1,3 kg
    Rated current 2,6 A
    Weight 2,9 lbs
    Power consumption 0,6 kW

    Versions

    • AP carrying system Zoom
      AP carrying system

      Convenient, lightweight carrying system for up to two AP batteries. Can be used in combination with an AP holster with a connecting cable – as an alternative to the AR backpack batteries. Suitable for housing with a connecting cable and tools with a battery slot.

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    • Carrying system Battery belt Zoom
      Carrying system Battery belt

      Durable and ergonomically shaped belt with battery bag for carrying STIHL AP batteries. The battery is worn on the battery belt, reducing the total weight in your hands. Energy is transferred from the battery in the bag to the tool via a flexible cable and the lightweight AP adapter.

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    • Battery belt

    • Spacer bracket Zoom
      Spacer bracket

      Spacer bracket for mowing along obstacles, trees and shrubs.

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    • Harness for FSA 65 / FSA 85 Zoom
      Harness for FSA 65 / FSA 85

      For a high level of user comfort. Includes fastening attachment for fixing in place, for FSA 60 R, FSA 65, FSA 85, FSA 86 R, FSA 90 R, HLA 56, HLA 65 and HLA 66

    Versions

    • Battery belt with harness Zoom
      Battery belt with harness

      Prolonged periods of work in garden and landscape maintenance can put muscles and joints under strain. The STIHL cordless belt with harness is a welcome aid. Its well-thought-out ergonomic design distributes weight across the hips and shoulders. In addition, you can attach the accessory bag for the cordless belt to the strap, which allows you to carry another battery from the AP System or other accessories. The STIHL cordless belt also gives you the option of directly attaching the STIHL support cushion. This makes using suitable STIHL power tools such as cordless brushcutters or cordless blowers, for example, even easier and more convenient.

      Energy is transferred to the cordless power tool in combination with other accessories: for example via the STIHL AP holster with connecting cable for power tools with a socket or with the STIHL AP adapter for power tools with a battery slot. The total weight in your hand is reduced, which relieves you during work, as your back and arms are protected.

      You can adjust the STIHL cordless belt with harness conveniently and easily, and it is always comfortable to wear.

    Versions

    • AP holster with connecting cable Zoom
      AP holster with connecting cable

      Makes it possible to transfer energy between a STIHL AP battery and a tool with a socket. Can be combined with the battery belt carrying system with harness. Cable length: 120 cm. With integrated electronics for overload switching with acoustic signals.

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    • AP adapter Zoom
      AP adapter

      The AP adapter is needed to transfer power between a STIHL AP battery or a STIHL AR battery and a power tool with a battery slot in combination with the AP holster with connecting cable.

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    • Carrying system for ARL Zoom
      Carrying system for ARL

      Carrying system for toolfree attachment of AR 2000 L and AR 3000 L.With 3-setting length-adjustable shoulder straps for individual size adjustment, and flexible hip belt for ergonomic working. Power is transferred in combination with the connecting cable and, as an optional extra, the AP adapter.

    Versions

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Battery

FSA 65

Battery

    • AP 100 Zoom
      AP 100

      Compatible with the STIHL cordless power system. Light weight 36v Lithium-Ion battery with charge level indicator (four LEDs). 94 Wh battery energy, weight 0.8 kg.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery weight 0,9 kg
    Battery energy content 1) 94 W·h
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life

    Versions

    • AP 200 Zoom
      AP 200

      The STIHL AP-System supports you in your daily garden, landscape and tree maintenance tasks. The matching AP lithium-ion batteries help you to use STIHL cordless power tools even for demanding tasks. Four LED lights ensure that you are always informed of the battery charge level.

      STIHL AP batteries with a nominal voltage of 36 V can be recharged using STIHL AL cordless quick chargers or the STIHL AL 101 cordless standard charger.

      STIHL AP batteries have the following energy capacities:

      • AP 100 (item no. 48504006550) with 94 Wh battery power, 0.9 kg weight
      • AP 200 (item no. 48504006560) with 187 Wh battery power, 1.3 kg weight
      • AP 300 (item no. 48504006570) with 227 Wh battery power, 1.8 kg weight
      • AP 300 S (item no. 48504006580) with 281 Wh battery power, 1.8 kg weight
      • AP 500 S (item no. EA014006500) with 337 Wh battery power, 2.0 kg weight

      In our overview of battery life and charging times, you can see how long you can work with your STIHL cordless power tool and how long the inserted AP battery takes to charge. You can also see in the overview which AP battery is recommended for your STIHL power tool.

       

      All cordless power tools within the STIHL AP-System have been designed for professional users and daily work, including in adverse weather conditions. For this reason they are certified as splashproof; the effectiveness of this is also verified through demanding internal tests. The splashwater test is aligned with the IPX4 standard, among others.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery weight 1,3 kg
    Battery energy content 1) 187 W·h
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life

    Versions

    • AP 300 S Zoom
      AP 300 S

      The STIHL AP-System supports you in your daily garden, landscape and tree maintenance tasks. The matching AP lithium-ion batteries help you to use STIHL cordless power tools even for demanding tasks. Four LED lights ensure that you are always informed of the battery charge level.

      STIHL AP batteries with a nominal voltage of 36 V can be recharged using STIHL AL cordless quick chargers or the STIHL AL 101 cordless standard charger.

      STIHL AP batteries have the following energy capacities:

      • AP 100 (item no. 48504006550) with 94 Wh battery power, 0.9 kg weight
      • AP 200 (item no. 48504006560) with 187 Wh battery power, 1.3 kg weight
      • AP 300 (item no. 48504006570) with 227 Wh battery power, 1.8 kg weight
      • AP 300 S (item no. 48504006580) with 281 Wh battery power, 1.8 kg weight
      • AP 500 S (item no. EA014006500) with 337 Wh battery power, 2.0 kg weight

      In our overview of battery life and charging times, you can see how long you can work with your STIHL cordless power tool and how long the inserted AP battery takes to charge. You can also see in the overview which AP battery is recommended for your STIHL power tool.

      All cordless power tools within the STIHL AP-System have been designed for professional users and daily work, including in adverse weather conditions. For this reason they are certified as splashproof; the effectiveness of this is also verified through demanding internal tests. The splashwater test is aligned with the IPX4 standard, among others.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery weight 1,8 kg
    Battery energy content 1) 281 W·h
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life

    Versions

    • AP 300 Zoom
      AP 300

      Very powerful lithium-ion batteries with charge level indicator (four LEDs). 227 Wh battery power.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery weight 1,8 kg
    Battery energy content 1) 227 W·h
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life

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    • AR 1000 backpack battery Zoom
      AR 1000 backpack battery

      Backpack lithium-ion batteries with big capacity for longer running times. Sturdy housing with base and charge level indicator (six LEDs), comfortable and ergonomically harness with integrated carry handle and rain protection cover. 626 Wh battery energy, weight 5.5 kg.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION

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    • AR 2000 backpack battery Zoom
      AR 2000 backpack battery

      Backpack lithium-ion batteries with big capacity for longer running times. Sturdy housing with base and charge level indicator (six LEDs), comfortable and ergonomically harness with integrated carry handle and rain protection cover. 916 Wh battery energy, weight 7.8 kg.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION PRO
    Battery life BGA 100 (Step 2) 1) 80 min

    1) Battery life times are approximate and may vary depending on application

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    • AR 2000 L backpack battery Zoom
      AR 2000 L backpack battery

      Backpack lithium-ion batteries with 1000 Wh capacities for long battery life. USB connection, and Bluetooth® interface for connection with STIHL connected. Sturdy housing with integrated carry handle and charge-level indicator (six LEDs). Can be directly connected with RMA 765 V. In combination with the AR L carrying system and AR L connecting cable, suitable for tools with a socket and in combination with an AP adapter for tools with a battery slot. Can be used in the rain. Excluding connecting cable, AP adapter and harness.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION

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    • AR 3000 backpack battery Zoom
      AR 3000 backpack battery

      Backpack lithium-ion batteries with big capacity for longer running times. Sturdy housing with base and charge level indicator (six LEDs), comfortable and ergonomically harness with integrated carry handle and rain protection cover. 1,148 Wh battery energy, weight 6.8 kg excluding / 8,1 kg including carrying system. With rain protection.

    Technical specifications Value
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION
    Battery life BGA 100 (Step 2) 1) 160 min

    1) Battery life times are approximate and may vary depending on application

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    • AR 3000 L backpack battery Zoom
      AR 3000 L backpack battery

      Backpack lithium-ion batteries with 1500 Wh capacities for long battery life. USB connection, and Bluetooth® interface for connection with STIHL connected. Sturdy housing with integrated carry handle and charge-level indicator (six LEDs). Can be directly connected with RMA 765 V. In combination with the AR L carrying system and AR L connecting cable, suitable for tools with a socket and in combination with an AP adapter for tools with a battery slot. Can be used in the rain. Excluding connecting cable, AP adapter and harness.

    Technical specifications Value
    Battery cell technology LITHIUM-ION
    Rated voltage 36 V

    Versions

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Documents

Owners manuals and safety brochures

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