Stihl produces a variety of cutting tools with gasoline and electric engines: chainsaws and special-purpose saws, brush cutters, electric scythes, brush cutters, lawn mowers, as well as drilling tools, washers, sprayers and other equipment. The company was founded in Germany and now has offices in 160 countries.
Petrol mower Shtil can be of different power and purpose: from a light trimmer for trimming the lawn to a large, powerful professional tool. In this article we will look at several popular models of Stihl lawn mowers.
Stihl fs 38
The lightweight Stihl fs 38 “portable trimmer” lawn mower is suitable for lawn care and grass cutting in small areas.
Technical characteristics of the fs 38 model:
- power - 0.9 l. With.,
- engine volume - 27.2 cubic meters. cm,
- two-stroke engine,
- weight - 4.1 kg,
- tank size - 0.33 l,
- working part - AutoCut C5-2 head,
- mowing width - 255 mm,
- easy start system,
- primer
The rod is curved and there is also a D-shaped handle that is easily adjusted and installed in the optimal position. Included are glasses.
The attention of users is primarily attracted by the light weight of the Stihl FS 38 and the price-quality ratio. According to reviews, the device copes with its tasks very well, but is not suitable for large volumes of work.Disadvantages include the lack of a shoulder strap, which would make work much more convenient, and a circular blade, as well as poor protection from grass flying in all directions.
Stihl fs 55
The Stihl fs 55 petrol mower is optimally suited for performing household tasks in a suburban area: mowing grass around trees, trimming lawns, fighting weeds. It can mow old tough grass, nettles, reeds, and thin shrubs.
Characteristics:
- power Stihl FS 55 - 1 hp.
- engine volume - 27.2 cubic meters. cm,
- two-stroke engine,
- weight - 5 kg,
- tank size - 0.33 l,
- working parts - knife, fishing line,
- processing width - 420 mm for fishing line and 255 for knife,
- a primer that pumps fuel into the carburetor for quick starting after inactivity.
The set includes a two-shoulder belt and goggles to protect the operator's eyes. The bar is straight, the handle is “bicycle” and is adjustable with a screw.
According to reviews, the Stihl FS 55 petrol scythe is ergonomic, weighs little, consumes little fuel and is powerful enough for the garden. Also, a good supply of fishing line is noted as an advantage. The disadvantages include the fragile fastening of the cassette with fishing line and insufficiently clear instructions.
Stihl fs 130
The Stihl FS 130 brushcutter is equipped with a 4-stroke 1.9-horsepower Stihl 4-MIX engine with a displacement of 36.3 cm3, which can be filled with a mixture of gasoline and oil, like two-stroke engines. Such an engine emits fewer harmful substances into the atmosphere than two-stroke engines, while providing a low noise level. The air filter with a durable paper filter element does not require frequent maintenance.
The weight of the device is 5.9 kg, mowing is carried out with a fishing line or a knife. The width of the swath with a knife is 23 cm, with a fishing line - 41 cm.The Stihl FS 130 petrol mower has a straight shaft and a “bicycle” handle, which can be easily rotated to a right angle for storage and adjusted in height by unscrewing the central screw. Includes double shoulder strap and goggles for eye protection.
According to reviews, among the advantages of Shtil FS 130:
- high power,
- reliability,
- copes not only with grass, but also with bushes.
The disadvantages include the following:
- heavy weight, it’s difficult to mow for a long time with a Stihl brush cutter,
- Sometimes minor repairs are necessary immediately after purchase.
Stihl fs 250
The stihl fs 250 brush cutter is a powerful semi-professional-class machine, suitable for mowing dry and hard grass, tall thickets, and also copes with shrubs and small trees.
Characteristics:
- power - 1.6 kW
- engine volume - 40.2 cubic meters. cm,
- 2-stroke motor,
- weight - 6.3 kg,
- tank size - 0.64 l,
- working body - a knife that mows grass at 255 mm, you can install a head with 2 strings,
- Elastostart system for easy starting,
- A primer for pumping fuel into the carburetor allows you to quickly start the lawn mower even after a long period of inactivity.
Includes shoulder strap and goggles for eye protection, removable “bike handle” that can be rotated parallel to the bar for storage, the bar is straight. The height of the handle can be adjusted without additional tools; just unscrew the screw. All controls are located nearby - on the handle.
As the main advantage of the Shtil FS 250 gas mower, users note its high power and its ability to mow almost anything. Among the disadvantages are the inconvenient suspension eye, high line consumption and strong vibration.
Backpack trimmer FR 131 T
The backpack petrol scythe Shtil FR 131 T is a professional tool suitable for working in hard-to-reach areas and in places where the terrain is difficult. The shoulder strap makes it easier to carry the device, including for long periods of time, and significantly facilitates work, since the instrument itself is quite heavy - 9.6 kg.
Specifications:
- 4-stroke 4-MIX engine,
- power - 1.4 kW
- engine capacity - 36.3 cm3,
- fuel tank - 0.71 l,
- cutting element - steel knife with a diameter of 230 mm,
- there is a primer
- ErgoStart simplified starting system,
- paper filter,
- automatic decompression system,
- anti-vibration system,
- The circular handle allows you to mow in hard-to-reach and tight places.
- Thanks to the disassembled shaft, the Shtihl FR 131 T walk-behind brush cutter can easily fit into a storage bag.
The Shtil company also produces electric and battery-powered scythes, accessories and cutting tools for them, and personal protective equipment.
Walking mowers are attractive for their mobility - they are independent of the outlet, you can take them with you even to places where there is no electricity, although this type also has its own disadvantages. Among the Shtil lawnmowers you can choose a suitable model for various tasks.
