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RL 540

Powerful petrol lawn scarifier for large lawns

General

RL 540

The high-performance STIHL petrol lawn scarifier RL 540 removes moss and lawn thatch from even larger lawns quickly, conveniently and cordlessly. Driven by a powerful petrol engine, the scarifier ensures optimal lawn aeration. The scarifying unit can be conveniently set to the required working depth on the handlebar. This effective complement to your lawn care takes just a few steps per year. Proper scarifying fundamentally improves the supply of nutrients to your lawn and promotes its growth in the long term. Thanks to the working width of 38 cm and the easy-running wheels with special tread, you have all the manoeuvrability and agility you need for your twice-yearly lawn aeration with the STIHL RL 540. The sturdy polymer housing is tough enough to withstand even long-term use. For easy transport, the scarifier is also equipped with a carrying handle. The handlebar can be folded in just a few steps, so that the lawn scarifier can also be stored compactly.

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

  • RLE 240 Compact electric lawn scarifier with aerator roller

Technical specifications

RL 540

Technical specifications

Technical specifications Value
Measured workplace LpA 81 dB(A)
nominal speed 2.800 rpm
Working depth range 25 mm
Weight 33 kg
Uncertainty factor K 2,06 m/s²
Lawns up to 2.000 m²
Uncertainty factor KpA [dB(A)] 2 dB(A)
Displacement 149 cm³
Guaranteed sound power level LWAd [dB(A)] 94 dB(A)
Nominal output/nominal speed 2,2 kW / 3,0 PS
Working width 38 cm
Vibration value ahw 4,12 m/s²
Engine type Series XT675 OHV SC
Engine type Kohler Series XT675 OHV SC

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

RL 540

Standard equipment

  • Scarifying unit Zoom
    Scarifying unit

    The scarifying unit of the STIHL lawn scarifiers is equipped with sturdy, fixed blades. The sharp blades effectively aerate the lawn.

  • Easy start engine Zoom
    Easy start engine

    Thanks to the SmartChoke technology, the engine of the STIHL lawn scarifiers starts at any temperature and with little effort.

  • Easy-running wheels Zoom
    Easy-running wheels

    The easy-running wheels of the STIHL lawn scarifiers are equipped with a traction and directional stability tread pattern. This makes the scarifiers easy to manoeuvre during lawn aeration and gives them good grip.

  • Working depth adjustment Zoom
    Working depth adjustment

    Using the control unit on the handlebar, the working depth of the blades can be adjusted in six stages. The scarifying unit of the STIHL lawn scarifiers can also be lowered or raised using the adjustment lever.

  • Carrying handle Zoom
    Carrying handle

    The housing of the STIHL lawn scarifier features an integrated carrying handle. It can be used to tilt or load the machine with ease. The carrying handle also acts as an impact protector and protects the housing of the scarifier when the machine makes contact with obstacles on the lawn.

  • Polymer housing Zoom
    Polymer housing

    The polymer housing of the STIHL lawn scarifiers is made from an especially sturdy polymer. The material is resistant to impact as well as heat and UV.

  • Foldable handlebar Zoom
    Foldable handlebar

    Thanks to the foldable handlebar, STIHL lawn scarifiers can be easily cleaned and compactly stored.

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

RL 540

Accessories

    • APO 030 - Benzinabsaugpumpe Zoom
      APO 030 - Benzinabsaugpumpe

      Mithilfe der Benzinabsaugpumpe für den STIHL Benzin Rasenlüfter RL 540 lässt sich das Benzin aus dem Tank absaugen und umfüllen.

    Versions

    • APO 030

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
manual icon International 11.02.2022
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Download PDF 27,4 MB