Direct product selection: Petrol lawn mowers for large lawns

RM 650 VS

Petrol lawn mower with blade brake clutch

General

RM 650 VS

The STIHL RM 650 VS petrol lawn mower features Vario self-propulsion. Its aluminium housing, which features integrated skirting protectors, is also sturdy and robust. With its cutting width of 48 cm, this model is ideal for mowing large lawns. Mowing is extremely comfortable as the mono-comfort handlebar can be adjusted to your ideal working height in several settings. A further special feature of the RM 650 VS petrol lawn mower is the blade brake clutch. This disengages the blade from the engine, thus protecting the crankshaft. It enables the grass catcher box to be emptied without restarting the engine. Just as effective: The machine can be moved to a different place of use with the self-propulsion with the blade stopped.

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

  • RM 650 T Petrol lawn mower with 3-in-1 function
  • RM 650 V Petrol lawn mower with Vario self-propulsion
  • RM 650 VE Petrol lawn mower with Vario self-propulsion and electric start
  • RM 655 V Comfortable petrol lawn mower with 3-in-1 function
  • RM 655 VS Petrol lawn mower with blade brake clutch
  • RM 655 YS Petrol lawn mower with hydrostatic drive

Technical specifications

RM 650 VS

Technical specifications

Technical specifications Values
Lawns up to 2.000 m²
Cutting height 25-85 mm
Cutting width 48 cm
Grass catcher box 70 l
Engine type Series XT800 OHV SC
Displacement 173 cm³
Nominal output 2,6 kW / 3,5 PS
Working speed 2.800 rpm
Weight 50 kg
Guaranteed sound power level LWAd [dB(A)] 95 dB(A)
Vibration value ahw 3,4 m/s²
Uncertainty factor K 1,7 m/s²
Uncertainty factor KpA [dB(A)] 2 dB(A)

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

RM 650 VS

Standard equipment

  • Easy start engine (SmartChoke) Zoom
    Easy start engine (SmartChoke)

    Thanks to the SmartChoke technology, the engine of the STIHL petrol lawn mower starts up reliably and with minimal effort both during cold and warm starting. 


  • Vario self-propulsion Zoom
    Vario self-propulsion

    The Vario self-propulsion enables individual adaptation of the speed of the STIHL lawn mower to personal mowing habits and lawn conditions. The mowing speed can be infinitely varied using the control lever on the handlebar.

  • Mulching function Zoom
    Mulching function

    During mulching, the mulching blade shreds the mown grass before it falls back into the turf as a nutritional fertiliser. And with the appropriate mulching kit available as an optional accessory for this lawn mower, the machine can also be converted into a Multi-mower.

  • Multi-blade Zoom
    Multi-blade

    Thanks to the specially shaped cutting blades, the multi-blade of the STIHL petrol lawn mower shreds the mown grass. When using the grass catcher box, it is then efficiently conveyed in the box. During mulch mowing, the mown grass is directly ejected onto the lawn so that it falls back onto the turf as a nutritional fertiliser.

  • Fold-open grass catcher box with level indicator Zoom
    Fold-open grass catcher box with level indicator

    The plastic grass catcher box can be easily opened and emptied thanks to its folding mechanism. The current of air produced during mowing blows the clippings into the grass catcher box and ensures a high degree of filling. Thanks to the downward-facing vanes, the air is guided sideways towards the ground, preventing dirt from being thrown up. The level indicator signals the correct time for emptying. The airflow generated by the blade raises the level indicator. When the basket is full, the airflow stops. If the airflow is too low, the level indicator returns to its idle state and this is an indication to empty the catcher box. Optimal airflow is required in order for the level indicator to function fully. External influences such as wet, dense or tall grass, a low cutting height, contamination, etc. may affect the airflow and the performance of the level indicator.

  • Easy-running wheels Zoom
    Easy-running wheels

    The easy-running wheels of the STIHL lawn mowers are extremely robust and hard-wearing. They have been equipped with a traction pattern and directional stability tread pattern for effortless manoeuvring and perfect line holding during mowing.

  • Blade Brake Clutch (BBC) Zoom
    Blade Brake Clutch (BBC)

    The blade brake clutch disengages the blade and engine to protect the crankshaft. It makes it possible for the grass catcher box to be emptied without restarting the engine. Further comfort feature: The machine can be moved using the self-propulsion with the blade stopped.

  • Super soft grip Zoom
    Super soft grip

    Particularly ergonomic and pleasant handling is ensured by the super-soft grip of the STIHL lawn mower.

  • Mono-comfort handlebar
    Mono-comfort handlebar

    The foldable mono-comfort handlebar provides for easy handling during mowing and removal of the grass catcher box. Moreover, the STIHL lawn mower can be stored and transported in a space-saving manner. The handlebar can be adapted to your body height without using tools and ensures ergonomic working.

  • Aluminium housing Zoom
    Aluminium housing

    In addition to their comparably low weight, STIHL lawn mowers with aluminium housing are characterised by their high sturdiness and durability. Equally advantageous are the powder-coated surfaces, which retain their shine for a long time, unaffected by fuel and corrosion.

  • Central cutting height adjustment Zoom
    Central cutting height adjustment

    The central cutting height adjustment is spring-loaded, which makes it easy to set the desired cutting height in several settings. The current height is indicated by a scale.

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

RM 650 VS

Accessories

    • ACK 050 Catcher kit Zoom
      ACK 050 Catcher kit

      The catcher kit improves the collection of grass clippings under difficult lawn conditions. This collecting blade is suitable for STIHL lawn mowers with a cutting width of 48 cm.

    Versions

    • 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

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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