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product history
1943

Two-man petrol-driven chainsaw KS 43
Fan, tank and carburetor housing of the KS 43 (8 HP, 36 kg) are made of particularly lightweight diecast magnesium.
1949 All-purpose tractor Type 140
STIHL's forwarder is driven by an air-cooled two-stroke diesel engine built by the company.