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FS 311

Lightweight clearing saw for forestry and landscape maintenance

General

FS 311
FS 311
FS 311
FS 311
FS 311

Lightweight, particularly powerful clearing saw for mowing work in matted grass and scrub. A simplified start-up sequence for convenient starting, bike handle, control handle with stop button, 4-MIX® engine, maintenance- free transmission, rigid drive shaft, with ADVANCE PLUS universalharness.

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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.

Technical specifications

FS 311

Technical specifications

Technical specifications Value
Displacement 36,3 cm³
Power output 1,4/1,9 kW/bhp
Weight 1) 7,2 kg
Sound pressure level with plastic tool 2) 99 dB(A)
Sound pressure level with metal tool 2) 98 dB(A)
Sound power level with metal tool 2) 110 dB(A)
Sound power level 2) 110 dB(A)
Vibration level, left/right with plastic tool 3) 2,2/2,8 m/s²
Vibration level, left/right with metal tool 3) 2,9/2,9 m/s²
Total length 4) 180 cm
Cutting tool Brush knife 300-3

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

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

FS 311

Standard equipment

  • STIHL 4-MIX® engine Zoom
    STIHL 4-MIX® engine

    You can always rely on STIHL to keep setting new benchmarks this time with 4-stroke mixed lubrication technology. The STIHL 4-MIX® engine, which runs on a fuel-oil mix just like a 2-stroke, offers the benefits without the compromises of 4-stroke power. STIHL 4-MIX® engine technology provides fast acceleration, more power, added torque, lower noise, reduced emissions and increased fuel efficiency to complete jobs quickly, quietly and more easily.

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

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

  • Bike handle Zoom
    Bike handle

    When used in conjunction with a harness, the bike handle enables a smooth mowing action. The bike handle allows the machine to be easily guided, making it ideal for working on large areas and thus reducing fatigue.

  • STIHL 4-point anti-vibration system Zoom
    STIHL 4-point anti-vibration system

    In STIHL brushcutters, steel springs act as anti-vibration elements to reduce the transmission of vibrations caused by the motor and rotary cutter. The handles therefore have extremely low vibration and the devices is easy to guide. (similar to illustration)

  • ADVANCE PLUS Universal harness Zoom
    ADVANCE PLUS Universal harness

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

  • Bike handle adjustment Zoom
    Bike handle adjustment

    The central clamp enables the ergonomic bike handle to be easily adjusted without tools to suit the height of the user. The handle can be rotated by 90°, making it more compact for transport and storage.

  • Stop button Zoom
    Stop button

    You do not need to control the stop button when restarting. The engine can be started at any time.

  • Decompression system Zoom
    Decompression system

    The decompression valve allows some of the compression pressure in the cylinder to escape, so less force on the starter rope is needed.

  • 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.

  • Air filter with long service life Zoom
    Air filter with long service life

    The easily accessible paper filter with a long service life means it can go for long intervals without changing. (similar to illustration)

  • Goggles Zoom
    Goggles

    It is important to protect your eyes from flying particles and harmful UV radiation. Therefore a pair of safety goggles/glasses are supplied with the the machine. Note: Additional face protection must be worn when working with brushcutters.

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

FS 311

Cutting Tools

    • TrimCut mowing head C 42-2 Zoom
      TrimCut mowing head C 42-2

      Double line, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are extended by hand.

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    • GrassCut cutting blade (40 teeth) Zoom
      GrassCut cutting blade (40 teeth)

      Grass cutting blade with forty teeth. For mowing tough grass.

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    • Grass cutting blade 250-40 Special

    • AutoCut mowing head 46-2
      AutoCut mowing head 46-2

      Two lines, for mowing and clearing work. Mowing lines are automatically extended by tapping the mowing head on the ground.

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    • Mowing head SuperCut 40-2 Zoom
      Mowing head SuperCut 40-2

      2-fädiger vollautomatischer Mähkopf zum Ausputzen an Hindernissen wie Mauern, Treppen oder Beeteinfassungen und für Flächenarbeiten. Der Mähfaden wird automatisch auf optimaler Schneidlänge gehalten. Nur mit Spezialmähschutz oder Universalschutz verwenden.

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    • BrushCut Brush knife Zoom
      BrushCut Brush knife

      Brush blade made of special steel. Ideal for thinning and clearing tough, matted grass and scrub. Also the pruning of thorn hedges. For use with universal protection.

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    • DuroCut mowing head 40-4
      DuroCut mowing head 40-4

      Quadruple lines, for mowing and thinning work. Up to four lines can be easily inserted. Compatible with many different sizes and types of mowing line.

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    • GrassCut Grass cutting blade (4 blades) Zoom
      GrassCut Grass cutting blade (4 blades)

      Made of steel. With four cutters for mowing thick, dry grass and reeds

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    • GrassCut Grass cutting blade 250-44 Zoom
      GrassCut Grass cutting blade 250-44

      Low-throw, steel grass-cutting blade with 44 teeth (diameter: 250 mm). Clippings are not scattered, and the risk of stones flying up as debris is low. Ideal for mowing tough, dry grass and stubborn weeds. Suitable for reeds and bushes. Use only with the universal guard.

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    • Grass cutting blade 250-44

    • GrassCut Grass cutting blade (8 teeth) Zoom
      GrassCut Grass cutting blade (8 teeth)

      Made of steel with 8 teeth for mowing thick, dry grass and reeds.

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    • GrassCut cutting blade (40 teeth) Zoom
      GrassCut cutting blade (40 teeth)

      Grass cutting blade with forty teeth. For mowing tough grass.

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    • GrassCut Grass cutting blade 250-44 Zoom
      GrassCut Grass cutting blade 250-44

      Low-throw, steel grass-cutting blade with 44 teeth (diameter: 250 mm). Clippings are not scattered, and the risk of stones flying up as debris is low. Ideal for mowing tough, dry grass and stubborn weeds. Suitable for reeds and bushes. Use only with the universal guard.

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    • Grass cutting blade 250-44

    • BrushCut Brush knife Zoom
      BrushCut Brush knife

      Brush blade made of special steel. Ideal for thinning and clearing tough, matted grass and scrub. Also the pruning of thorn hedges. For use with universal protection.

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    • BrushCut Brush knife 305-2 Zoom
      BrushCut Brush knife 305-2

      Thicket knife with 2-flügeligen knife from steel to the Auslichten and removing of tough, matted grass, undergrowth and to the Zurückschneiden of thorn hedges. Diameter 305 mms. Only with universal protection use.

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    • ShredCut Shredder blade Zoom
      ShredCut Shredder blade

      Steel double blade for thinning and removing tough scrub and thorny hedges. Must be used with the appropriate shredder guard. Only approved for certain bike handle machines.

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    • Shredder blade 270-2

    • WoodCut Circular saw blade, scratcher-tooth Zoom
      WoodCut Circular saw blade, scratcher-tooth

      Special steel tool for mid and high-performance brushcutters. For gnarled bushes and thin tree trunks. Must be used with appropriate stop kit. Only approved for certain bike handle machines.

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    • WoodCut Circular saw blade, chisel-tooth Zoom
      WoodCut Circular saw blade, chisel-tooth

      Special steel tool for mid and high-performance brushcutters. For gnarled bushes and thin tree trunks. Must be used with appropriate stop kit. Only approved for certain bike handle machines.

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    • DuroCut mowing head 40-4
      DuroCut mowing head 40-4

      Quadruple lines, for mowing and thinning work. Up to four lines can be easily inserted. Compatible with many different sizes and types of mowing line.

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    • GrassCut 250-32, low spin
      GrassCut 250-32, low spin

      Flying stones and gravel often create problems when mowing with clearing saws on traffic islands or in public parks and green spaces. STIHL has the answer: the low-spin 250-32 grass-cutting blade with KWF certificate reduces the safety distance from objects and vehicles to three metres. Thanks to the special tooth shape, the risk of particles flying around is reduced to a minimum. The result is greater safety, maximum working comfort and quicker results. Article 4001 713 3813 for FS 80 , FS 85 , FS 89 , FS 91 , FS 111 , FS 131 , FSA 130, FSA 135, FSA 130 R, FSA 135 R, FS 94 RC-E , FS 94 C-E , FSA 90 R, FSA 90, FS 240 C-E, FR 131 T, FR 480 , FR 480 C-F, FR 410 C-E , FR 460 TC-EM. Article 4001 713 3812 for FS 260 C-E, FS 311, FS 360 C-EM , FS 410 C-EM ,FS 410 C-EM L, FS 410 C-EM K , FS 460 C-EM K , FS 490 C-EM K , FS 490 C-EM K, FS 460 C-EM , FS 460 C-EM L , FS 490 C-EM , FS 490 C-EM L, FS 510 C-EM, FS 560 C-EM.

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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

FS 311

Accessories

    • STIHL Smart Connector Zoom
      STIHL Smart Connector

      The Smart Connector can be attached to petrol-driven, electric, and cordless products, enabling it to deliver important information about your STIHL power tool via Bluetooth® 4.2. The Smart Connector offers entirely new functions and services, as a basis for device management both in your home garden using the STIHL connected app, and for managing your machine fleet using the STIHL connected Portal.

    Technical specifications Value
    Weight 20 g
    Dimensions (l x b x h) 53 x 42 x 14 mm
    Signal range ca. 10 m
    Running time per battery charge ca. 1 Year
    Connectivity BLE 4,2
    Battery 3V CR 2.032

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    • ADVANCE PLUS universal harness Zoom
      ADVANCE PLUS universal harness

      With quick release system for fast connection and disconnection of brushcutters. Suitable for FS 50 - FS 560

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    • ADVANCE X-TREEm forestry harness Zoom
      ADVANCE X-TREEm forestry harness

      Offering outstanding ergonomic design, specially developed for long periods of forestry work using circular saws. Highly comfortable to wear due to the length-adjustable back section and infinitely variable load distribution between the shoulders and hips, for FS 89 – FS 560, and FSA 90.

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    • Hip pad Zoom
      Hip pad

      For fitting to ADVANCE PLUS harness without hooks.

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    • Hip pad

    • ADVANCE PLUS forestry harness Zoom
      ADVANCE PLUS forestry harness

      Ergonomically designed harness offering great freedom of movement thanks to the freely suspended leg protection. Very light and with comfort carry ring for quickly attaching and removing the clearing saw. For FS 310 - FS 560.

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    • Chest belt Zoom
      Chest belt

      Ensures the shoulder straps are securely positioned. For BR 200, BR 350, BR 430, BR 450, BR 500 and BR 600.

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    • ADVANCE forestry harness Zoom
      ADVANCE forestry harness

      Freely suspended leg protection provides excellent freedom of movement. Extremely ergonomic and comfortable for forestry use with circular saw blades. Very light. Tool bag also available. Suitable for FS 100 - FS 550.

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    • ADVANCE universal harness Zoom
      ADVANCE universal harness

      Extremely ergonomic, comfortable and light. For strength-saving mowing and shredding. Chest belt and tool bag also available. Suitable for FS 50 - FS 550.

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    • ADVANCE universal harness, fluorescent orange Zoom
      ADVANCE universal harness, fluorescent orange

      High visibility. Perfectly complements protective clothing when mowing in hazardous areas, with a comfort carry ring for quickly attaching and removing the clearing saw, for FS 50 – FS 560 and FSA 90.

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    • ADVANCE universal harness, fluorescent orange

    • Tool bag Zoom
      Tool bag

      A practical way of transporting tools. Two compartments. Easily attached to the universal or forestry harness.

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    • Protective cover for brushcutters Zoom
      Protective cover for brushcutters

      Perfect transport protection for the engine housing of brushcutters and clearing saws. For FS 38 - FS 450.

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    • Guard for metal mowing tools Zoom
      Guard for metal mowing tools

      Protection against flying cuttings.

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    • Shredding starter pack for clearing saws Zoom
      Shredding starter pack for clearing saws

      Includes shredder blade, shredder guard and fastening components.

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    • Stop kit for circular saw blades Zoom
      Stop kit for circular saw blades

      Stop kit and protection for circular saw blades. For accurate cutting with a circular saw blade.

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    • Stop kit for circular saw blades Zoom
      Stop kit for circular saw blades

      Stop kit and protection for circular saw blades. For accurate cutting with a circular saw blade.

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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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