Stihl manufactures various cutting tools with gasoline and electric motors: chainsaws and saws for special purposes, brushcutters, 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.
Benzokos Calm 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 petrol cutters.
Stihl fs 38
The lightweight Stihl fs 38 petrol cutter of the "portable trimmer" type is suitable for lawn maintenance and lawn mowing in small areas.
Technical characteristics of the fs 38 model:
- power - 0.9 liters. from.,
- 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,
- plowing width - 255 mm,
- easy start system,
- primer.
The rod is curved, and there is also a D-shaped handle, which is easily adjusted and installed in an optimal position. The set includes glasses.
First of all, the attention of users is attracted by the low 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. The lack of a shoulder strap, which would make the work much more convenient, and a circular knife, as well as weak protection from grass flying in all directions, are called among the shortcomings.
Stihl fs 55
The Stihl fs 55 petrol cutter is optimally suited for everyday tasks in a suburban area: mowing grass around trees, trimming lawns, fighting weeds... She can mow old tough grass, nettles, reeds, thin bushes.
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 a fishing line and 255 for a knife,
- a primer that pumps fuel into the carburetor for quick start-up after a standstill.
The set includes a strap for two shoulders, goggles to protect the operator's eyes. The bar is straight, the handle is "bicycle" and is adjusted with a screw.
According to reviews, the Stihl FS 55 gasoline scythe is ergonomic, weighs a little, consumes little fuel and is powerful enough for giving. Also from the pros, a good supply of fishing line is noted. The disadvantages are the fragile fastening of the cassette with the 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 working volume of 36.3 cm, which can be filled with a mixture of gasoline and oil, just like two-stroke engines. Such an engine emits less harmful substances into the atmosphere than two-stroke engines, while providing a low noise level. Air filter with durable paper filter element does not require frequent maintenance.
The weight of the device is 5.9 kg, cutting 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 cutter has a straight bar and a “bicycle” handle, which can be easily rotated to a right angle for storage and adjusted in height, for this you need to unscrew the central screw. Includes a double shoulder strap and goggles for eye protection.
According to reviews, among the pluses of the Calm FS 130:
- high power,
- reliability,
- copes not only with grass, but also with bushes.
Among the disadvantages are the following:
- heavy weight, long mowing with a Stihl brushcutter is difficult,
- sometimes minor repairs are needed immediately after purchase.
Stihl fs 250
The stihl fs 250 brushcutter is a powerful semi-professional 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 by 255 mm, you can install a head with 2 strings,
- Elastostart system for easy starting,
- primer for pumping fuel into the carburetor allows you to quickly start the brushcutter, even after a long idle time.
Includes shoulder strap and goggles for eye protection, detachable "bike handle" that can be rotated parallel to the storage bar, straight bar. Height adjustment of the handle is carried out without additional tools, it is enough to unscrew the screw. All controls are next to each other - on the handle.
As the main advantage of the Shtil FS 250 gas mower, users note high power and its ability to mow almost anything. The disadvantages include an inconvenient suspension eyelet, high line consumption and strong vibration.
Knapsack brushcutter FR 131 T
The Stihl FR 131 T knapsack gasoline scythe 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, even for a long time, and greatly facilitates the work, since the instrument itself is quite heavy - 9.6 kg.
Specifications:
- 4-stroke 4-MIX engine,
- power - 1.4 kW
- engine displacement - 36.3 cm3,
- fuel tank - 0.71 l,
- cutting element - steel knife with a diameter of 230 mm,
- there is a primer,
- system of simplified start ErgoStart,
- paper filter,
- automatic decompression system,
- anti-vibration system,
- the circular handle allows you to mow in tight and tight spaces.
- thanks to the collapsible bar in the disassembled view of the brushcutter, the Stihl FR 131 T easily fits into the storage bag.
The Shtil company also produces electric and battery scythes, accessories and cutting tools for them, personal protective equipment.
Motorcycle scythes attract with their mobility - they are independent of the outlet, they can be taken with you even where there is no electricity, although this type also has its own difficulties and disadvantages. Among the "Shtil" petrol cutters, you can choose a suitable model for various tasks.
