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FS 55 RC-E

Light 0.75kW-Brushcutter with loop handle and ErgoStart

General

FS 55 RC-E
FS 55 RC-E

Low weight compact brushcutter, with loop handle for difficult terrain and confined conditions. ErgoStart feature (E) reduces the power and speed needed when starting the engine. Functional modern design with excellent balance. Comes standard with AutoCut line head.

Versions



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.

Product versions

  • FS 55 FS 55 petrol-driven brushcutter: mows larger areas of grass efficiently
  • FS 55 C-E Light 0.75kW-Brushcutter with ErgoStart
  • FS 55 R FS 55 R petrol-driven brushcutter: efficient mowing in very tight spots

Technical specifications

Technical specifications

Technical specifications Value
Displacement 27,2 cm³
Power output 0,75/1,0 kW/bhp
Weight 1) 5 kg
Total length 2) 1,74 m
Cutting tool AutoCut
Idle speed 3) 2.800 1/min
Tank volume 0,33 l

1) Weight excluding fuel, cutting tool and guard
2) Without cutting tool
3) Nennwert

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

  • Basic harness Zoom
    Basic harness

    For use with loop handle machines.

  • Loop handle (R) Zoom
    Loop handle (R)

    The loop handled grass trimmers and brushcutters are ideal for working in areas where space is limited, e.g. thinning between bushes and shrubs.

  • 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.

  • STIHL ErgoStart (FT) Zoom
    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.

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

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

  • 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.

Retrofitted equipment

  • ADVANCE Universal Harness Zoom
    ADVANCE Universal Harness

    Soft padding makes work more comfortable during longer jobs.

  • ADVANCE PLUS Universal harness Zoom
    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

Cutting Tools

    • TrimCut mowing head C 32-2 Zoom
      TrimCut mowing head C 32-2

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

    Versions

    • 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

    Versions

    • 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.

    Versions

    • AutoCut mowing head C 26-2 Zoom
      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

    • SuperCut mowing head (2 line) Zoom
      SuperCut mowing head (2 line)

      Double line, for mowing and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically adjusted for optimal cutting length.

    Versions

    • DuroCut mowing head 20-2
      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

    • AutoCut C mowing head (2-line) Zoom
      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

    • SuperCut mowing head (2 line) Zoom
      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

    • 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

    Versions

    • Grass cutting blade 230 mm (4 blade)

    • 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.

    Versions

    • Grass cutting blade 230 mm (8 teeth)

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

    • Hip pad Zoom
      Hip pad

      For fitting to ADVANCE PLUS harness without hooks.

    Versions

    • Hip pad

    • Line pieces for DuroCut mowing head Zoom
      Line pieces for DuroCut mowing head

      Replacement line pieces for DuroCut mowing head.

    Versions

    • 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.

    Versions

    • Plastic blades for PolyCut 6-3, 7-3, 20-3, 41-3 Zoom
      Plastic blades for PolyCut 6-3, 7-3, 20-3, 41-3

      For PolyCut, twelve plastic blades.

    Versions

    • 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.

    Versions

    • ADVANCE universal harness, fluorescent orange

    • 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.

    Versions

    • 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.

    Versions

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.