FS 56 C-E Brushcutter

For working on areas of tough grass

Easy to start brushcutter for working on areas of tough grass. Multifunction controls, bike handle, STIHL 2-MIX engine, straight shaft, single strap harness, AutoCut mowing head.Comes standard with fully adjustable bike handle and AutoCut line head.

Extend your domestic warranty from 2 to 3 years with the purchase of 5 litres of STIHL MotoMix® fuel and this product. Your STIHL Approved Dealer will register your extended warranty on the STIHL warranty database at point of purchase.

Versions Price
FS 56 C-E £365.00*
  • Technical data
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    Technical data Value
    Displacement cm3 27.2
    Performance kW 0.8
    Power output hp 1.1
    CO² ­ g/kWh 853
    Weight kg 1) 5.2
    Sound pressure level with plastic tool dB(A) 2) 93
    Sound pressure level with metal tool dB(A) 2) 94
    Sound power level dB(A) 2) 108
    Sound power level with metal tool dB(A) 2) 107
    Vibration value, left with plastic tool m/s2 3) 4.7
    Vibration value, right with metal tool m/s2 3) 5.5
    Vibration value, right with plastic tool m/s2 3) 3.8
    Vibration value, left with metal tool m/s2 3) 5.5
    Total length cm 4) 170
    Displacement cm³ 27.2
    Power output kW/bhp 0.8/1.1
    Cutting diameter mm 420
    Weight kg 5) 5.2
    Tank volume l 0.34
    Standard cutting tool AutoCut C 26-2

    1) Without fuel, cutting tool and without protection
    2) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
    3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
    4) Without cutting tool
    5) without cutting tool and deflector

  • Features
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    Standard features

    • Reduced-emission engine technology

      2-stroke engine with stratified charge. A fuel-free layer of air is created between the burned charge in the combustion chamber and the fresh charge in the crankcase, reducing the amount of fuel lost during the charge cycle. This results in more power with a lower weight, up to 20% lower fuel consumption than regular 2-stroke engines and significantly reduced exhaust emissions.

    • Manual fuel pump (Purger)

      A small fuel pump delivers fuel to the carburettor at the touch of a button. This reduces the number of starting strokes required following extended breaks in operations.

    • STIHL ErgoStart (E)

      STIHL ErgoStart cuts the effort required to start the tool by half, while the starter cord can be pulled at just one third of the normal force. A coil spring between the starter cord and the crankshaft smoothes out force peaks, making them virtually undetectable through the cord itself.

    • Simplified starting system

      Simply set the choke, pump the fuel primer, pull the starter cord and away you go! The running machine then switches off after a brief press of the stop button. Once the machine is at a standstill, the ignition activates again automatically. Thus the ignition is always ready for starting.

    • Bike handle

      When used in conjunction with a harness, the bike handle enables a smooth mowing action. The bike handle allows the machine to be easily guided, making it ideal for working on large areas and thus reducing fatigue.

    • Basic harness

      For use with loop handle machines.

  • Cutting Attachments
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    • AutoCut C 26-2 mowing head
      AutoCut C 26-2 mowing head

      Double mowing line head for trimming and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically extended when the mowing head is tapped on the ground. Easy loading system for quick and simple line refill. Featuring a low profile for more control and more precise trimming results. Compatible with line diameters of 2.4mm and 2.7mm.

      AutoCut C 26-2 – for FS 55 R / FS 56 RC-E / FS 56 C-E / FS 70 RC-E / FS 70 C-E / FS 55 / FS 91 / FS 111 / FS 94 RC-E / FS 94 C-E / FS 131 / FS 240 C-E / FSA 90 R / FSA 90 / FSA 130 R / FSA 130 / FR 131 T / FR 460 TC-EFM

      Versions Price
      AutoCut C 26-2 - 2.4 mm £33.50* Save and compare
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  • Accessories
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    • ADVANCE universal harness

      Extremely ergonomic, comfortable and light. For strength-saving mowing and shredding. Chest belt and tool bag also available.


      Standard size - for FS 50 – FS 560, FSA 90 and FSA 130

      XXL version - for users > 1.80 m in height, for FS 50 – FS 560, FSA 90 and FSA 130

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      Standard size £46.50* Save and compare
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    • ADVANCE universal harness

      Extremely ergonomic, comfortable and light. For strength-saving mowing and shredding. Chest belt and tool bag also available.


      Standard size - for FS 50 – FS 560, FSA 90 and FSA 130

      XXL version - for users > 1.80 m in height, for FS 50 – FS 560, FSA 90 and FSA 130

      Versions Price
      XXL version £56.00* Save and compare
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    • ADVANCE PLUS universal harness

      With quick release system for fast connection and disconnection of brushcutters. Suitable for FS 50 - FS 560, FSA 90.

      Versions Price
      ADVANCE PLUS universal harness - one size £59.00* Save and compare
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    • ADVANCE PLUS universal harness, fluorescent orange

      High visibility. Perfectly complements protective clothing when mowing in hazardous areas, with a comfort carry ring for quickly attaching and removing the clearing saw, for FS 50 – FS 560, FSA 90 adn FSA 130.

      Versions Price
      ADVANCE PLUS universal harness, fluorescent orange - one size £64.00* Save and compare
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    • Double shoulder harness

      With soft padding for improved comfort when working for prolonged periods. For FS 55-FS 560, FSA 90.

      Versions Price
      Double shoulder harness - standard size £46.50* Save and compare
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  • Documents
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    Owners manuals

  • Product variations
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* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2021. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.

The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.