STIHL FS 240.0 C-E brushcutter

If you regularly battle tough grass and scrub, you want a machine that starts easily, cuts hard and keeps going. The STIHL FS 240 C-E petrol brushcutter delivers robust power with low fuel consumption, so you can clear larger areas without constant refuelling or fatigue.

Its STIHL ErgoStart system makes starting straightforward, while the ADVANCE Grip handlebar with anti-vibration mounts keeps control comfortable over long shifts. The large 0.75 l fuel tank and long-life air filter stretch working intervals, so you spend more time cutting and less time stopping.

Where it excels

• Reclaiming overgrown paddocks, meadows and field edges
• Heavy grass, brambles and thorny scrub around fences
• Municipal or farm maintenance on large areas
• Precise trimming along tracks, banks and ditches

Why you’ll like it

• Easy starts: STIHL ErgoStart and primer bulb
• Stays the course: 0.75 l transparent tank
• Smoother handling: anti-vibration system
• Ergonomic control: bike handle with ADVANCE Grip

In the hands

The bike handle promotes a natural sweeping motion on wide areas. Tool-free handlebar adjustment helps you set a comfortable stance or rotate the bar 90° for transport. The stop button springs back after use, so restarts are immediate. Paired with the double shoulder harness, weight is spread well for steadier, less tiring work.

Capacity and specs

• Engine: STIHL 2-MIX, 37.7 cm³
• Power: 1.70 kW / 2.30 HP
• Cutting circle: 450 mm
• Fuel tank: 0.750 l (750 cm³), transparent
• Overall length (without cutting tool): 180 cm
• Weight (without fuel): 7.3 kg
• Sound pressure level: 99–100 dB(A)
• Sound power level: 108–110 dB(A)
• Vibration (left/right): 4.6–4.7 / 5.1–5.5 m/s²
• Head supplied: AutoCut 36-2

Tip from gardenmachineshop.com

Use the double shoulder harness and set the handlebar height to your hip level—this balances the head just above ground for smoother swings and less strain.