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Stihl produces various cutting tools with gasoline and electric engines: chainsaws and saws for special purposes, lawn mowers, electric scythes, brush cutters, lawn mowers, as well as drilling tools, washes, sprayers and other equipment. The company was founded in Germany and now has offices in 160 countries.
The Stihl benzokosa 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.
He managed fs 38
Lightweight lawn mower Stihl fs 38 type “portable trimmer” is suitable for lawn care and mowing grass in small areas.
Technical characteristics of the fs 38 model:
- power – 0,9 liters. With.,
- engine capacity – 27,2 cubic meters. cm,
- two stroke engine,
- weight – 4,1 kg,
- grand scale — 0,33 l,
- working part – head AutoCut C5-2,
- mowing width – 255 mm,
- easy start system
- primer.
The bar is curved, and there is also a D-shaped handle, which is easily adjustable and set in the optimal position. Included are goggles.
The attention of users is attracted primarily 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 it is not suitable for large volumes of work. Among the shortcomings are the lack of a shoulder strap, which would make the work much more convenient, and a circular knife, as well as poor protection against grass flying in all directions.
He managed fs 55
The Stihl fs 55 lawn mower is optimally suited for household tasks in a suburban area: mowing grass around trees, trimming lawns, weed control. It can cut old tough grass, nettles, reeds, thin shrubs.
Features:
- power Stihl FS 55 – 1 hp
- engine capacity – 27,2 cubic meters. cm,
- two stroke engine,
- weight – 5 kg,
- grand scale — 0,33 l,
- working parts – knife, fishing line,
- processing width – 420 mm for fishing line and 255 for a knife,
- праймер, подкачивающий топливо в карбюратор, для быстрого запуска после простоя.
Comes with a two-shoulder strap 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 gasoline scythe is ergonomic, weighs a little, consumes little fuel and is powerful enough to give. Also, a good supply of fishing line is noted as a plus. The disadvantages are the fragile fastening of the cassette with fishing line and insufficiently clear instructions.
He managed fs 130
The Stihl FS 130 mower is equipped with a 4-stroke 1,9-horsepower Stihl 4-MIX engine with a displacement of 36,3 cm, which can be filled with a mixture of gasoline and oil, like two-stroke engines. Such an engine emits less harmful substances into the atmosphere than two-stroke ones, 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, the line is 41 cm. The Stihl FS 130 lawn mower has a straight bar and a “bicycle” handle, which is easy to turn to a right angle for storage and adjust in height, for this you need to unscrew the central screw. Comes with a double shoulder strap and eye protection goggles.
According to reviews, among the advantages of Calm FS 130:
- big power,
- reliability,
- copes not only with grass, but also with bushes.
Among the shortcomings are the following:
- heavy weight, it is difficult to mow with a Stihl mower for a long time,
- sometimes minor repairs are needed immediately after purchase.
He managed fs 250
Motokosa stihl fs 250 is a powerful semi-professional machine, suitable for mowing dry and hard grass, tall thickets, and also copes with shrubs and small trees.
Features:
- power – 1,6 kW
- engine capacity – 40,2 cubic meters. cm,
- motor 2 stroke,
- weight – 6,3 kg,
- grand scale — 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 lawn mower even after a long downtime.
Includes shoulder strap and eye protection goggles, detachable “bike handle” that can be rotated parallel to the bar for storage, bar is straight. Height adjustment of the handle is carried out without additional tools, just unscrew the screw. All controls are located nearby – on the handle.
As the main advantage of the Stihl FS 250 gas mower, users note the high power and its ability to mow almost anything. Of the minuses, they call an uncomfortable suspension eye, high line consumption and strong vibration.
Knapsack brushcutter FR 131 T
Knapsack gasoline scythe Calm 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 a long time, and greatly facilitates the work, since the tool itself is quite heavy – 9,6 kg.
Specifications:
- engine 4-stroke 4-MIX,
- power – 1,4 kW
- engine size – 36,3 cm3,
- fuel tank – 0,71 l,
- cutting element – steel knife with a diameter of 230 mm,
- have a primer
- easy start system ErgoStart,
- 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 collapsible pole, the Stihl FR 131 T can be easily stored in a storage bag when disassembled.
The Shtil company also produces electric and battery scythes, accessories and cutting tools for them, personal protective equipment.
Motokosa 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 lawn mowers “Shtil” you can choose the right model for various tasks.