STIHL FS 40 Petrol Strimmer
We’ll include a 100ml bottle of HP 2-stroke engine oil when you buy this strimmer, free of charge.
The lightest strimmer of STIHL’s new generation of tools, complete with a loop handle and featuring a robust 27.2 cc engine. Ideal for small areas of grass and mowing around obstacles,
RRP: £259
Our Price: £214.99 (inc VAT)
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About the STIHL FS 40 Petrol Strimmer
The STIHL FS 40 Petrol Strimmer is a top-of-the-line grass trimmer for those seeking a reliable and efficient trimming solution. As one of the lightest grass trimmers in the STIHL range, the FS 40 combines comfort, ease of use, and robust performance, and is an excellent tool for residential lawn care. It is particularly suited for trimming small to medium-sized gardens, providing a perfect solution for maintaining neat and tidy lawn edges and grassy areas.
Lightweight Design for Enhanced Comfort
Weighing in at just 4.4 kg, the STIHL FS 40 is designed for comfort and ease of handling. Its lightweight nature reduces user fatigue, allowing for longer periods of use without discomfort. This makes it perfect for homeowners who need to maintain their gardens but want a tool that is easy to manoeuvre.
Powerful and Efficient Engine
Equipped with a 27.2 cc petrol engine, the STIHL FS 40 strimmer delivers the power needed to tackle various grass trimming tasks. The engine is designed for efficiency, ensuring that you get more work done with less fuel consumption. This not only saves money but also reduces environmental impact. Additionally, the FS 40 boasts reduced-emission engine technology, making it an environmentally responsible choice. This technology significantly lowers exhaust emissions, contributing to a healthier environment while maintaining performance.
Easy to Start
Starting the STIHL FS 40 is a breeze, thanks to STIHL’s innovative starting technology. The trimmer features a simplified starting process that reduces the effort and time taken to get the tool running, making it user-friendly even for those not familiar with petrol-powered garden tools.
Ergonomic Handle for Comfortable Use
The STIHL FS 40 features an ergonomic loop handle that provides a comfortable grip for easy operation. This design ensures better control and reduces strain on the user’s hands and arms, especially during extended use, and lends itself to use in tight spaces.
Adjustable Shaft for User Convenience
The shaft length of the FS 40 can be adjusted to suit the user’s height, providing a comfortable working position and improved tool balance. Furthermore, this adjustability is particularly beneficial for users of different statures, ensuring that everyone can use the tool comfortably and effectively.
STIHL Cutting Head for Precision Trimming
The FS 40 comes with STIHL’s TapAction™ AutoCut® C 6-2 cutting head, which takes 2.0 mm diameter line as standard. The TapAction™ feature enables users to feed more line effortlessly by tapping the cutting head on the ground, ensuring uninterrupted trimming.
Durable Construction for Longevity
STIHL is known for its durable and reliable products, and the FS 40 is no exception. Constructed with high-quality materials, it is built to withstand the rigors of garden maintenance, ensuring a long service life.
Ease of Maintenance
Maintaining the STIHL FS 40 is straightforward, with easy access to key components for routine cleaning and servicing. This user-friendly maintenance process ensures that the trimmer continues to operate at peak efficiency.
In summary, the STIHL FS 40 Petrol Strimmer is a perfect blend of lightweight design, powerful performance, and user-friendly features. It’s an ideal choice for anyone seeking a reliable, efficient, and easy-to-use trimmer for their garden maintenance needs. Experience the difference with the STIHL FS 40 and enjoy a beautifully maintained garden with minimal effort.
STIHL FS40 warranty
The FS 40 is either covered for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase by the owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by domestic users, or for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase by the owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by professional users. Terms and conditions apply. Garden Machinery Direct will register the warranty with STIHL for you.
STIHL FS40 FAQs
Q. What size line is a STIHL FS 40?
A. The AutoCut® C 6-2 cutting head as standard takes 2.0 mm line.
Q. What is the fuel mix for a STIHL FS40 strimmer?
A. The FS 40 requires a fuel mixture of 50:1; this means 50 parts of fuel to 1 part of 2-stroke oil.
Q. What does FS mean for STIHL?
A. The “FS” in STIHL FS series stands for “Freischneider” in German, which translates to “brushcutter” or “clearing saw” in English. This designation is used for STIHL’s line of petrol-powered string trimmers and brushcutters designed for landscape maintenance and clearing vegetation.
Q. What is the difference bewteen STIHL FS 40 and FS 50?
A. The main differences between the STIHL FS 40 and FS 50 are in power and weight. The FS 50 has a slightly higher power output (0.8 kW compared to 0.7 kW) and is a bit heavier (4.5 kg compared to 4.4 kg) than the FS 40.
Take a closer look at the STIHL FS40 Strimmer
STIHL FS 40 Petrol Strimmer Technical Information
- Displacement: 27.2 cm³
- Power Output: 1 hp / 0.7 kW
- Weight Without Fuel, Cutting Tool and Guard: 4.4 kg
- Sound Pressure Level: 94 dB(A)
- Sound Power Level: 103 dB(A)
- Vibration Level Left / Right: 7.0 / 6.4 m/s²
- Overall Length Without Cutting Tool: 57″ / 145 cm
- Tank Volume: 0.34 Litres
- Drive Shaft: Flexible
- AntiVibration System: N/A
- ElastoStart: N/A
- Automatic Decompression: N/A
- ErgoStart: Retrofittable (Special Accessory)
- Multi-Function Handle: Standard
- Loop Handle: Standard
- Bike Handle: N/A
- Tool-Less Handle Adjustment: N/A
- Harness / Carrying System: N/A
- Protective Glasses: Standard
- Delivery Weight: 30 kg
James –
A good, reliable lightweight machine.
I have had a few of these over the years, coils & carbs are their ultimate downfall. Easily repairable.
Anthony Taylor –
Perfect for lightweight jobs
Stuart Hills –
Very good strimmer easy to start and use. Only small criticism is the auto spool feed is hard to make work, but I am getting the hang of it
pope –
good company to deal with, in stock, fast, good old fashioned service,, thanks
John –
Just what l wanted, a lightweight strimmer, capable of doing the pathways around our allotment. No more back ache!
Alexander –
I’m used to a petrol strimmer, but this thing Is powerful done a good cut to pretty long wet grass Going to buy a metal head for it hopefully will breeze through the brambles
Mick Holmes –
Works for me
jim t –
Great product
STENSON –
Great machine but bump feed doesn’t seem to work it retracts instead very confusing