Direct product selection: Petrol brushcutters for trimming grass

FS 55

Entry level straight shaft brushcutter

General

Low weight, compact brushcutter with fully adjustable bike handle for larger mowing tasks. Practical control handle with integral throttle trigger and slide control run/stop selector.

Versions

FS 55

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Product versions

FS 55 C-E Light 0.75kW-Brushcutter with ErgoStart
FS 55 R Entry level straight shaft brushcutter with loop handle
FS 55 RC-E Light 0.75kW-Brushcutter with loop handle and ErgoStart

Technical specifications

Technical specifications	Value
Displacement	27,2 cm³
Power output	0,75/1 kW/bhp
Weight ¹⁾	4,9 kg
Sound pressure level with plastic tool ²⁾	95 dB(A)
Sound power level ²⁾	108 dB(A)
Vibration level, left/right with plastic tool ³⁾	5,5/5,5 m/s²
Total length ⁴⁾	170 cm
Cutting tool	AutoCut 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

Multi-function control handle

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

For use with loop handle machines.
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.
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.

Retrofitted equipment

STIHL ErgoStart (FT)

STIHL ErgoStart cuts the effort required to start the tool by half, while the starter cord can be pulled at just one third of the normal force. A coil spring between the starter cord and the crankshaft smoothes out force peaks, making them virtually undetectable through the cord itself.
STIHL ElastoStart

STIHL ElastoStart is a special starter handle which ensures a smooth starting process without any sudden peak forces. The integral damper smooths the power profile that is generated during starting and makes the starting process a lot easier.
ADVANCE PLUS Universal harness

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

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

- DuroCut mowing head 20-2
  
  Double lines, for mowing and thinning work. Up to four lines can be easily inserted. Compatible with many different sizes and types of mowing line.
Versions
- DuroCut 20-2
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- AutoCut mowing head C 26-2
  
  Double lines, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically extended when the mowing head is tapped on the ground.
Versions
- AutoCut mowing head C 26-2
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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.
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- Grass cutting blade 230 mm (8 teeth)
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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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- 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 25-2, 2.4mm
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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.
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- Mowing line SuperCut 20-2
- 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)
- 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)
- TrimCut mowing head C 32-2
  
  Double line, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are extended by hand.
Versions
- TrimCut mowing head C 32-2, Ø 2,4 mm
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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

- Hip pad
  
  For fitting to ADVANCE PLUS harness without hooks.
Versions
- Hip pad
- ADVANCE PLUS universal harness
  
  With quick release system for fast connection and disconnection of brushcutters. Suitable for FS 50 - FS 560
Versions
- ADVANCE PLUS universal harness
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- Plastic blades for PolyCut 6-3, 7-3, 20-3, 41-3
  
  For PolyCut, twelve plastic blades.
Versions
- 12 plastic blades
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- Protective cover for brushcutters
  
  Perfect transport protection for the engine housing of brushcutters and clearing saws. For FS 38 - FS 450.
Versions
- Protective cover for brushcutters
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- Line pieces for DuroCut mowing head
  
  Replacement line pieces for DuroCut mowing head.
Versions
- For DuroCut 5-2 and 20-2, L
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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
- 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.
Versions
- ADVANCE universal harness, Standard size
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- STIHL ErgoStart conversion kit
  
  Upgrade to STIHL ErgoStart approved for FS 38, FS 45, FS 55 and KM 55.
Versions
- Umbausatz ErgoStart
- Guard for metal mowing tools
  
  Protection against flying cuttings.
Versions
- Guard for metal mowing tools, Ø 230mm
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- Guards for line mowing heads and PolyCut
  
  Guard for working with mowing heads. Provides protection against flying debris but still enables a clear view of the area to be mown.
Versions
- Guard for Mowing head, Ø 420 mm
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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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FS 55

Entry level straight shaft brushcutter