When you need to clear the forest in winter, the FS 490 C-EM KW petrol-powered clearing saw with an electric handle heater to keep your hands warm. Thanks to its short axle and the standard STIHL WoodCut 225-24 clearing blade, you can easily manoeuvre in tight spaces and are perfectly equipped for clearing bushes, thickets and thin trees.
The petrol-powered STIHL FS 490 C-EM K clearing saw is powered by a STIHL 2-MIX engine with 2.4 kW (3.3 hp). The engine allows you to clear the cut quickly and efficiently, depending on the cutting tool. STIHL ErgoStart makes starting the machine particularly convenient and energy-saving. STIHL M-Tronic ensures optimum engine performance and a constant maximum speed when working with the FS 490 C-EM K brushcutter.
The ergonomic two-hand grip optimizes working comfort. The innovative ADVANCE Grip handle element provides a highly ergonomic and intuitive working experience by supporting the natural lateral cutting motion. Cutting functions are combined in a one-hand grip for easy control. The STIHL vibration dampening system reduces vibrations from the motor, protecting muscles and joints.
The machine also comes standard with STIHL ADVANCE X-TREEm universal harnesses, which help you work ergonomically and with less strain.
Specifications:
- Capacity: 51.6 cc
- Capacity: 3.1 cu-in
- Power: 2.4/3.3 kW/hp
- Output: 3.2 hp
- CO2: 828 g/kWh
- Unit weight without fuel: 9.4 kg
- Standard cutting blade: WoodCut, chisel-tooth, 225-22 HP
- Fuel tank capacity: 0.99 L
- Fuel tank capacity: 33.5 fl oz (USA)
- Appliance length without cutting tool: 168 cm
- Sound pressure level: 102 dB(A)
- Sound power level: 113 dB(A)
- Vibration value for left-handed right-handed use: 3.2 m/s²
- Vibration value for right-handed use: 2.6 m/s²
