FS 55 R
Entry level straight shaft brushcutter with loop handle
Low weight compact brushcutter, with loop handle for difficult terrain and confined conditions. Functional modern design with excellent balance. Comes standard with 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.
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Technical data↓
Technical data Value CO² g/kWh 857 Displacement cm3 27.2 Performance kW 0.75 Power output hp 1 Weight kg 1) 4.4 Sound pressure level with plastic tool dB(A) 2) 95 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) 8.5 Vibration value, right with metal tool m/s2 3) 9 Vibration value, right with plastic tool m/s2 3) 8.5 Vibration value, left with metal tool m/s2 3) 8 Total length cm 4) 170 Cutting diameter mm 420 Tank volume l 0.33 Displacement cm³ 27.2 Power output kW/bhp 0.75/1.0 Weight kg 5) 4.9 Standard cutting tool AutoCut C 25-2 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
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Features↓
Standard features
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Electronic ignition module
This ensures reliable starting and trouble-free running. The ignition system is fully encapsulated and thus proof against damp and dirt.
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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.
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Loop handle (R)
The loop handled grass trimmers and brushcutters are ideal for working in areas where space is limited, e.g. thinning between bushes and shrubs.
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Multi-function control handle
Easy, comfortable thumb-operated control means the operator's hand never leaves the handle.
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Basic harness
For use with loop handle machines.
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Cutting Attachments↓
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Grass cutting blade (2 blades)
Steel double blade, reversible. For working on areas of tough grass.
230 mm – 2 B – for FS 55 R / FS 55 / FS 56 RC-E / FS 56 C-E / FS 70 RC-E / FS 70 C-E / FS 91 / F S 111 / FS 131 / FSA 130 / FSA 130 R / FS 94 RC-E / FS 94 C-E / FSA 90 R / FSA 90 / FS 240 C-E / FR 131 T / FR 460 TC-EFM
260 mm – 2 B – for FS 91 / F S 111 / FS 131 / FSA 130 / FSA 130 R / FS 94 RC-E / FS 94 C-E / FSA 90 R / FSA 90 / FS 240 C-E / FR 131 T / FR 460 TC-EFM
Versions Price 230 mm (2 blade) for FS 55 - FS 240 and FR 130/460 £11.00* Save and compare Save and compare
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Accessories↓
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DuroCut mowing line (line pieces)
Pieces of line cut to length for use with STIHL DuroCut mowing heads. The construction with a flexible core and a hard coating with cutting teeth ensures a long service life and high mowing performance. For clean working in high, dense and slightly woody vegetation. 48 line pieces per packet.
STIHL professional tip - leave your new mowing line in water for 24 hours before use. This will increase the flexibility and lifespan of the mowing line.
Versions Price For DuroCut 5-2 and 20-2, L £6.70* Save and compare Save and compare -
Set of plastic blades (twelve)
Replacement plastic blades for PolyCut mowing head 6-3, 20-3, 41-3, set of 12 white blades.
Versions Price White PolyCut replacement blades (12) £8.00* Save and compare Save and compare
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Documents↓
Owners manuals
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Product variations↓
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. 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.