STIHL KM 56 RC-E Easy2Start Petrol KombiEngine (4144 200 0214)
The STIHL KM 56 RC-E Petrol KombiEngine (4144 200 0214) lets you tackle different jobs around the home, yard and garden with one power unit. Fit an approved KombiTool for grass trimming, hedge cutting, pruning, edging, blowing or sweeping. The 27.2cc STIHL 2-MIX engine produces 0.8kW, with Easy2Start to reduce starting effort.
Power Unit Only
KombiTool attachments and shaft extensions are sold separately. This power unit is not a complete line trimmer, brushcutter, hedge trimmer, pole pruner or blower without the appropriate attachment. The padded harness supports comfortable working.
Key Features
- STIHL 2-MIX two-stroke petrol engine for varied garden maintenance tasks.
- Easy2Start reduces the effort needed on the starter cord.
- Manual fuel pump helps reduce cold-start pulls.
- Electronic ignition supports reliable starting and running.
- Stop button returns to its starting position after stopping the engine.
- Loop handle with barrier bar supports control in confined spaces.
- Quick coupling with clamping screw makes attachment changes straightforward.
- Detachable shaft saves space for transport and storage.
Grass Cutting
Hedges, Scrub and Pruning
- HL-KM 145° hedge trimmer with 50cm blade.
- FH-KM 145° scrub cutter with 25cm blade.
- HT-KM pole pruner.
Optional Carbon Extension
The 1m STIHL carbon shaft extension (0000 710 7102) adds reach with approved HL-KM 0° or 145° hedge trimmers and the HT-KM 0° pole pruner. Sold separately. It is not a universal extension for other attachments. Follow the engine, attachment and extension instructions for the permitted combination and working length.
Edging and Garden Beds
Blowing and Sweeping
Harvesting
Add the SP-KM special harvester for harvesting work.
Compatibility and Safe Fitting
FSS-KM, RG-KM and FBD-KM attachments are not approved for the KM 56 RC-E. Use only the specified KombiTools and complete approved combinations of cutting tool, guard, mounting parts, handle or barrier bar and harness. FS-KM attachment compatibility does not approve every metal blade. MultiSystem MM tools are not interchangeable with KombiTools.
Stop the engine before changing attachments. Use both hands and wear the protective equipment required for the attachment and task. Follow the instruction manuals for operating distances, servicing and the specified petrol-and-oil fuel mixture. Do not run this two-stroke engine on straight petrol.
Specifications
- Model: KM 56 RC-E
- Part number: 4144 200 0214
- SKU / MPN: 41442000214
- Engine: STIHL 2-MIX two-stroke petrol
- Displacement: 27.2cm³ / 1.7cu-in
- Power output: 0.8kW / 1.1bhp
- Length to coupling sleeve: 84cm
- Listed sound pressure level: 95dB(A)
- Listed sound pressure and sound power uncertainty: 2dB(A)
Noise figures depend on the fitted attachment and test configuration. Consult the manual for the combination in use.
Need More Attachment Options?
Compare the KM 94 RC-E petrol KombiEngine for RG-KM and FBD-KM compatibility, or the KM 131 R petrol KombiEngine for those attachments plus FSS-KM compatibility.



