FS 38
Light and easy to use 0.65kW-Grass trimmer
General
Lightest brush cutter in the STIHL range. Ideal for trimming grass edges. Multifunction handle, round handle, 2-MIX engine.
Versions
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FS 38
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

Technical specifications
Technical specifications | Value |
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Displacement | 27,2 cm³ |
Power output | 0,65/0,9 kW/bhp |
Weight 1) | 4,2 kg |
Sound pressure level with plastic tool 2) | 94 dB(A) |
Sound power level 2) | 108 dB(A) |
Vibration level, left/right with plastic tool 3) | 8/8 m/s² |
Total length 4) | 147 cm |
Cutting tool | AutoCut mowing head C 5-2 |
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
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

Cutting Tools
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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 5-2
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DuroCut mowing head 5-2
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 5-2
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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

Accessories
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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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STIHL ErgoStart conversion kit
Upgrade to STIHL ErgoStart approved for FS 38, FS 45, FS 55 and KM 55.
Versions
- Umbausatz ErgoStart
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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
Languages | Date | Link |
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01.03.2017 |