KM 56 RC-E
Easy to start and light-weight KombiEngine with ErgoStart (E). The ideal KombiEngine for all around-the-garden tasks.
General
One engine with many optional tools that can handle a variety of tasks would be just one way to describe the STIHL KombiSystem. From edging to trimming, to sweeping and even blowing—the low-emission STIHL KM 56 RC-E and its optional attachments are great for a wide range of jobs around the garden. Featuring our ErgoStart (E) system and a new simplified starting procedure that helps prevent flooding, there’s no longer a need for a strong or fast pull of the starting cord.
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KM 56 RC-E
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 | 0,8/1,1 kW/bhp |
Power output | 0,8/1,1 kW/bhp |
Weight 1) | 4,3 kg |
Weight 1) | 4,3 kg |
Sound pressure level 2) | 96 dB(A) |
Sound pressure level 2) | 96 dB(A) |
Sound power level 2) | 107 dB(A) |
Sound power level 2) | 107 dB(A) |
Vibration levels left/right 3) | 8,5/7,7 m/s² |
Vibration levels left/right 4) | 8,5/7,7 m/s² |
Length to coupling sleeve | 84 cm |
Tank volume | 0,34 l |
1) Weight excluding fuel
2) Power factor according to DIR2006/42/EC=2.5(dB(A))
3) (K) factor according to Dir. 2006/42/EC = 2m/s²
4) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
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
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.
KombiTools

Accessories
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KW-KM
Ideal for sweeping footpaths and roads. Rubber paddles, working width: 60 cm, including guard, total length: 125 cm.
Technical specifications Value Tool Power sweep Weight 1) 7,4 kg Overall length 125 cm 1) Without engine
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FS-KM AC
Ideal for clearing along walls or fences, under hedges or along paths. AutoCut C 25-2 mowing head.
Technical specifications Value Tool Straight shaft brushcutter Weight 1) 1,2 kg Overall length 94 cm 1) Without engine
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FS-KM, GSB 230-2
Grass cutting blade MB 230-2, Used for mowing heavy grass and weeds. Not for trimming around obstacles. Approved for all KombiEngines and FR 130 T backpack brushcutter.
Technical specifications Value Tool Metal blade brushcutter Weight 1) 1,2 kg Overall length 94 cm 1) Without engine
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FCB-KM
For exact lawn edges along paths, driveways or flowerbeds. Adjustable work depth, total length: 92 cm, Weight: 2.0 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Lawn edge trimmer Weight 1) 2,3 kg Overall length 92 cm 1) Without engine
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BG-KM
Clears paths and areas of leaves and grass cuttings. High blowing power total length: 89 cm. Weight: 1.8 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Blower Weight 1) 1,8 kg Overall length 89 cm 1) Without engine
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- BG-KM
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FSB-KM
Ideal for trimming in restricted spaces. AutoCut C 6-2 mowing head, curved shaft. Not suitable for KM 131, KM 131 R and KMA 130 R KombiEngines, total length: 77 cm
Technical specifications Value Tool Bent shaft grass trimmer Weight 1) 0,7 kg Overall length 77 cm 1) Without engine
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HT-KM
Cuts high branches precisely. Compact design, with integrated direction guide, bar length: 30 cm c, total length: 126 cm. Weight: 1.3 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Pole pruner Overall length 126 cm Weight 1) 1,3 kg Blade length 30 cm 1) Without engine
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FH-KM 145°
For cutting close to the ground and for low-spin mowing in very narrow spaces as well as in areas near traffic. Flexible adjustment mechanism, space-saving carrying position, bar length: 25 cm, total length: 126 cm. Weight: 2.1 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Scrub cutter, 145° adjustable Overall length 126 cm Weight 1) 2,1 kg 1) Without engine
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HL-KM 0°
Ideal for shaping high and wide hedges. Bar length: 50 cm, total length: 107 cm. Weight: 1.6 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Long-reach hedge trimmer 0° non-adjustable Overall length 107 cm Weight 1) 1,6 kg 1) Without engine
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HL-KM 145°
For demanding work on high hedges and use close to the ground. Adjustment mechanism that can be set in increments, space-saving carrying position, bar length: 50 cm, total length: 148 cm. Weight: 2.3 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Hedge trimmer 145°, adjustable Overall length 148 cm Weight 1) 2,3 kg 1) Without engine
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KB-KM
Removes dirt from the deepest grooves and furrows. Stiff bristles, backward rotating brush, working width: 60 cm, including guard, total length: 125 cm. Weight: 6.4 kg
Technical specifications Value Tool Bristle brush sweeper Weight 1) 6,4 kg Overall length 125 cm 1) Without engine
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BF-KM
For aerating and cultivating soil. Working with: 22 cm, including guard, total length: 100 cm. Weight: 4.1 kg.
Technical specifications Value Tool Pick tines Weight 1) 4,1 kg Overall length 100 cm 1) Without engine
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SP-KM
For easy harvesting of nuts, pistachios and olives. Two separately angled rakes, especially light, low in vibration. Approved for KM 56 RC-E, KM 94 RC-E, KM 111 R, KMA 130 R and KMA 135 R.
Technical specifications Value Tool Special Harvester Weight 1) 1,95 kg Overall length 144 cm 1) Without engine
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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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- Angled gearhead
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Aluminium shaft extension, 0.5m
The aluminium shaft extension has a reach extension of 50cm. For use with the KM-HT and KM-HL KombiTools.
Versions
- Aluminium shaft extension, 0.5m
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Carbon fibre shaft extension, 1m
Extra light weight shaft extension. Carbon inner shaft, aluminium outer. Reach extension: 1m. For use with the KM-HT and KM-HL KombiTools.
Versions
- Carbon shaft extension HT-KM, HL-KM
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- Shaft extension
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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02.09.2022 |