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ADVERTORIAL

STIHL FS 161 AND FS 291

Professional users need machines that can be trusted to work hard all day, every day
- cost-effectively and efficiently. STIHL has two powerful new brushcutters that won’t
let you down: the FS 161 (1.5kW and 37.6 cc) and the FS 291 (2.0kW and 41.6 cc).

nstead of standard 2-stroke engines, spooled nylon head system, a maximum of
both models feature game-changing, just 30cm of nylon (out of 13m) is thrown
Ifuel-efficient 2-Mix Technology for a away – less than 3%. Understanding STIHL 2-Mix
cleaner-burning, more fuel-efficient action Also important, especially in a Technology
with higher torque over a wide speed professional situation where time means The STIHL two-stroke engine
range. This is great news for users, who money, the AutoCut C46-2 head offers with 2-Mix Technology sets new
can expect a fuel saving of 10% to 20% significant time-saving by eliminating standards. During the scavenging
compared to standard 2-stroke machines. frequent line changes, as one spool takes process, a layer of air without
These machines come standard with 13m of line that ably copes with an average any fuel is created between the
an AutoCut C46-2 mowing head, and as daily usage of 1,5m. burnt charge in the combustion
proved through independent studies by STIHL 2.7mm nylon also cuts faster, chamber and the fresh charge
the University of Stellenbosch’s Forestry further increasing productivity. in the crankcase. The exhaust is
Department, using STIHL 2.7mm nylon An additional time-saver is that both separated from the fresh fuel mix
line leads to major savings compared to models have 750ml fuel tanks so operators to minimise scavenging losses,
using pre-cut line. The research showed stop less often to refuel and less fuel is reducing hydrocarbons that
that up to 60% of pre-cut nylon is thrown required on site. pose a health and environmental
away when changing line on an after- These two machines offer streamlined hazard. This allows for complete
market aluminium head, resulting in convenience as spares are consolidated combustion, reducing fuel
costly wastage and potential damage to across seven models – great when in the lost through the exhaust and
the environment. When using the STIHL field with multiple machines. enhancing power output and fuel
efficiency.
The benefits and advantages
of the new FS 161 and FS 291
brushcutters are easy to identify
– these models are simply a must-
have for professional landscapers.
Two robust, reliable machines
that work better, cost less to run,
and limit downtime and hassle.
It’s a decision made easy – these
are the machines you need.

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