STIHL FS 240 Petrol Bike-Handle Brushcutter (4147 200 0722)
STIHL FS 240 Petrol Bike-Handle Brushcutter (4147 200 0722) is designed for mowing larger areas and demanding work in agriculture and horticulture. The ergonomic bike handle supports a natural sweeping movement, while its tool-free adjustment makes it easy to set up for the job or turn for transport.
Updated Model Number
Model 41472000722 (4147 200 0722) replaces model 41472000473 (4147 200 0473).
Key Features
- STIHL 2-MIX two-stroke engine with 37.7cc displacement
- 1.7kW (2.3bhp) engine power
- Bike handle for comfortable mowing across larger areas
- Tool-free handle adjustment, with 90-degree rotation for transport and storage
- AutoCut 36-2 cutting head
- STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce vibration at the handles
- Primer pump supports easier cold starting
- Double shoulder harness supplied
- Low-maintenance transmission and air-filter design for longer service intervals
Specifications
- Brand: STIHL
- Model: FS 240
- SKU / model number: 41472000722
- Replaces model: 41472000473 (4147 200 0473)
- Displacement: 37.7cm³
- Power output: 1.7kW (2.3bhp)
- Weight without fuel: 6.9kg
- Engine: STIHL 2-MIX, 2-stroke
- Handle: Adjustable bike handle
- Standard cutting attachment: AutoCut 36-2
Supplied With
- STIHL FS 240 brushcutter
- AutoCut 36-2 cutting head
- Double shoulder harness
Optional Metal Grass Blades
The following grass blades are marked for FS 240 / FS 240 R in the STIHL catalogue cutting-tool chart. Sold separately. Confirm the complete guard, mounting hardware and harness combination before fitting.
- GrassCut 230-2, 230mm, 25.4mm bore (4001 713 3805).
- GrassCut 260-2, 260mm, 25.4mm bore (4001 713 3812).
- GrassCut 230-4, 230mm, 25.4mm bore (4001 713 3801).
- GrassCut 230-8, 230mm, 25.4mm bore (4001 713 3803).
Use the STIHL universal guard approved for metal grass blades and the complete cutting-tool combination in your FS 240 instruction manual. The standard line-head setup must not be assumed ready for metal blades. Circular saw blades and shredder blades are not included in these recommendations.
Blade Fitting Hardware
STIHL blade fitting kit 4001 007 4400 (40010074400) is available separately with thrust washer, rider plate and collar nut. Check whether your machine already has the required parts before ordering. This is not a complete conversion kit and does not include a guard.
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