{"product_id":"stihl-bt-131-petrol-earth-auger","title":"BT 131 Petrol Earth Auger","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSTIHL BT 131 Petrol Earth Auger\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL BT 131 Petrol Earth Auger\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-power, one-man earth auger designed for professional users in horticulture, agriculture, and construction. It's ideal for drilling holes for fencing, fence posts, trees, or planting, with strong torque, efficient engine design, and safety features to make tough jobs easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note the auger is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; margin: auto; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eEngine Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eSTIHL 4-MIX® engine – powerful performance with cleaner emissions, compliant with Stage V, less maintenance than conventional 4-stroke engines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eQuickStop Drill Brake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eSafety mechanism that stops the drill instantly if it gets jammed to prevent torque kickback.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eAnti-Vibration System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eReduces transmission of vibrations to handles, improving comfort when drilling.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eHip Padding \u0026amp; Support Cushion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eLarge support cushion lies close to the body to help guide and stabilise during use.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eFuel Tank Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.7 litres – allows for longer drilling periods without refuelling.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eLong Air Filter Service Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px;\"\u003eEasily accessible filter with extended service intervals, reducing maintenance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-man Petrol Earth Auger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e STIHL 4-MIX®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport Cushion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large hip pad \/ support cushion for operator control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e QuickStop drill brake, anti-vibration system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-handed multi-function handle, easy start sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long life air filter, easily accessible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the STIHL BT 131?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QuickStop drill brake is the standout safety feature — it stops the drill instantly if the auger jams on a root or stone, preventing the dangerous torque kickback that unprotected augers can produce. Combined with the 4-MIX® engine's lower maintenance needs and the support cushion for one-person control, it's built specifically for professional fence post and planting hole drilling rather than occasional DIY use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/collections\/earth-auger-accessories-and-parts\" title=\"Stihl Earth Auger Bits\"\u003eSTIHL Earth Auger Bits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/collections\/fuel-oil?uff_ibxl4u_metafield%3Acustom.department_level_3=2%20Stroke%20Oil\" title=\"2 Stroke Stihl Oil\"\u003e2-Stroke Oil \u0026amp; Fuel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/collections\/chainsaw-clothing-ppe\" title=\"Protective PPE Clothing\"\u003eProtective Gear \u0026amp; PPE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso searched for as: STIHL BT131, STIHL petrol post hole digger, STIHL one-man earth auger, STIHL 4-MIX auger drill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat engine type does the BT 131 use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt uses a STIHL 4-MIX® engine, which is more compact and requires less maintenance than conventional 4-stroke engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much fuel can it hold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fuel tank capacity is approximately 0.7 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat safety features are included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuickStop drill brake to stop the drill if it gets jammed, and an anti-vibration system to reduce fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the BT 131 suitable for heavy soil?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The powerful engine, support cushion, hip pad, and stout drill bits make it capable of handling more compact soil types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat maintenance is required?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegular maintenance includes cleaning the air filter, ensuring fuel mix is correct for 4-MIX, and checking drill bits and fasteners. The long-life filter helps reduce how often that's required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Stihl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45717891776756,"sku":"BT-4313 011 2120","price":863.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/Stihl-BT-131-Petrol-Earth-Auger.png?v=1775043319","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-eu\/products\/stihl-bt-131-petrol-earth-auger","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}