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STIHL FS 56

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3.7 out of 5
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Pros

  • some great features to make it easy to use
  • quiet and clean
  • lightweight and it starts easily

Cons

  • bogging down at full throttle due
  • battery-powered tools is a loss of power
  • lose power as the battery drains
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Key specs

  • 27.2 cm³
  • no
  • 5.1 kg
  • Petrol driven
  • 800 W
  • Brush saw
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STIHL FS 56 - Pros & Cons

STIHL FS 56

Pros

  • some great features to make it easy to use
  • quiet and clean
  • lightweight and it starts easily
  • lightweight and easy to use
  • high quality
  • ease of use
  • and durability
  • a larger cutting diameter helps get the job done more quickly and efficiently
  • comfortable and adjustable handle on the shaft make customization pretty simple as
  • straight shaft makes it super easy to use
  • Electric trimmers are typically easier to star and usually maintenance is a breeze

Cons

  • bogging down at full throttle due
  • battery-powered tools is a loss of power
  • lose power as the battery drains
  • boys reach it and whack it down with ease
  • burdensome machine for you to operate and vice versa
  • echo curved shaft that was very difficult on my back
  • misleading reviews and bought a bad trimmer before
  • it is super frustrating for me
  • line system is just frustrating
  • only use mine to maintain edging
  • not cut new

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STIHL FS 56 - Full Specifications

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General
TypeBrush saw
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Design
Colour of productGrey,Orange
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Power
Power sourcePetrol driven
Power800.0 W
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Technical details
Fuel cubic capacity0.01 gal
Line fedno
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Dimensions
Weight11.24 lb

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