Description
Product overview
The STIHL FS 56 C-E is designed for home gardeners and landowners who need more capability than a light grass trimmer. Its straight shaft, bike handle and 0.85 kW petrol engine make it well suited to mowing larger areas and controlling patches of dense or coarse grass.
Key features
- 27.2 cm³ STIHL 2-MIX engine delivering 0.85 kW
- STIHL ErgoStart reduces the effort needed to start the machine
- Bike handle supports a natural side-to-side mowing motion
- Tool-free handle adjustment makes ergonomic set-up straightforward
- Multi-function handle keeps operating controls close at hand
- Straight shaft is suitable for a range of compatible cutting attachments
- Efficient 2-MIX design helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions
- Harness support helps distribute the machine weight during use
Designed for the job
This bike-handle model is a practical choice for open lawns, paddock edges and overgrown garden areas where a broad sweeping cut is most efficient. It combines stronger cutting ability with comfort features that make repeated seasonal maintenance easier.






