FS 240 RC-E
Versatile 1.7kW petrol brushcutter with ErgoStart (E) and loop handle
General
The highly durable, robust and ergonomically enhanced 1.7 kW petrol brushcutter. ErgoStart simplified starting procedure for increased comfort. Powered by a low-emission, fuel-efficient STIHL 2-MIX engine. Ideal for agricultural and horticultural mowing work.
Versions
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FS 240 RC-E
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Product versions
- FS 240 Versatile 1.7kW petrol brushcutter
- FS 240 C-E Versatile 1.7kW petrol brushcutter with ErgoStart (E) and bike handle
Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Technical specifications | Value |
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Displacement | 37,7 cm³ |
Power output | 1,7/2,3 kW/bhp |
Weight 1) | 6,9 kg |
Sound pressure level with plastic tool 2) | 97 dB(A) |
Sound pressure level with metal tool 2) | 98 dB(A) |
Sound power level with metal tool 2) | 109 dB(A) |
Sound power level 2) | 110 dB(A) |
Vibration level, left/right with plastic tool 3) | 6,1/5,3 m/s² |
Vibration level, left/right with metal tool 3) | 4,3/5,7 m/s² |
Total length 4) | 186 cm |
Cutting tool | AutoCut mowing head C 25-2 |
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

Standard equipment
Retrofitted equipment
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Cutting Tools

Cutting Tools
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Versions
- Grass cutting blade 250-40 Special
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SuperCut mowing head (2 line)
Double line, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically adjusted for optimal cutting length.
Versions
- Mowing line SuperCut 20-2
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GrassCut Grass cutting blade (4 blades)
Made of steel. With four cutters for mowing thick, dry grass and reeds
Versions
- Grass cutting blade 230 mm (4 blade)
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GrassCut Grass cutting blade (8 teeth)
Made of steel with 8 teeth for mowing thick, dry grass and reeds.
Versions
- Grass cutting blade 230 mm (8 teeth)
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Versions
- Grass cutting blade 250 mm (40 teeth)
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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.
Versions
- 250 mm (3 blade)
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Accessories

Accessories
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Versions
- Hip pad
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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.
Versions
- ADVANCE universal harness, fluorescent orange
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Stop kit for circular saw blades
Stop kit and protection for circular saw blades. For accurate cutting with a circular saw blade.
Versions
- Stop kit for circular saw blades, Ø 200 mm
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