FS 70 C-E Petrol Brushcutter
SKU: Stihl | FS-4144 200 0202
Key Features
- 27.2cc 2-MIX engine, 0.9kW / 1.2hp
- STIHL ErgoStart for quick, reliable starting
- 420mm cutting diameter, built for tough vegetation
- Bike handle for large-area, heavy-duty cutting
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As a STIHL Approved Dealer, we supply genuine UK-spec machines with full manufacturer warranty, professional preparation, and expert aftersales support.
- Regular price
- €432,95
- Sale price
- €432,95 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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Free Delivery Over £75 *
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Product information & specifications
STIHL FS 70 C-E Petrol Brushcutter
The STIHL FS 70 C-E is a heavy-duty petrol brushcutter designed for tackling large areas of tough vegetation with ease. Featuring an efficient 2-MIX engine, ErgoStart for effortless ignition and a bike-style handle for ergonomic control, this brushcutter balances performance with user comfort.
Key Features
- Fuel-Efficient 2-MIX Engine – 27.2 cm³ 2-stroke engine delivers 0.9 kW (1.2 hp), with up to 20% less fuel consumption and 70% lower emissions
- STIHL ErgoStart – Smooth starting with reduced pull effort, making ignition quick and reliable
- Bike-Style Handle – Ergonomically designed for natural sweeping motion, especially effective over wide areas
- Manual Fuel Pump – Reduces pulling effort during cold starts or after long idle periods
- Multi-Function Handle – Convenient one-handed operation for both left- and right-handed users
Technical Specifications
| Displacement | 27.2 cm³ |
| Power Output | 0.9 kW / 1.2 hp |
| Weight (without fuel & cutting tool) | 5.4 kg |
| Total Length | 170 cm |
| Cutting Diameter | 420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0.34 litres |
| Sound Pressure Level | 95 dB(A) |
| Sound Power Level | 104 dB(A) |
Why Choose the STIHL FS 70 C-E?
At 0.9kW, the FS 70 C-E is the most powerful of STIHL's entry bike-handle brushcutters (ahead of the FS 55 and FS 56 C-E), making it the right pick specifically for agricultural land, orchard rows and rougher garden vegetation rather than tidy lawn edging — where the lighter FS 55 range would struggle with prolonged heavy grass.
Pairs Well With
Also Known As
Also searched for as: STIHL FS70CE, STIHL heavy duty brushcutter, STIHL agricultural strimmer, STIHL rugged bike handle brushcutter.
FAQs
What is the FS 70 C-E best suited for?
Large areas of tough vegetation, agricultural land, orchards and farm boundaries where a heavier-duty bike-handle brushcutter is needed.
Is it easy to start?
Yes, STIHL ErgoStart and the manual fuel pump make ignition quick and reliable, even after long idle periods.
How does it compare to the FS 55 and FS 56 C-E?
The FS 70 C-E delivers more power (0.9kW vs 0.75-0.8kW), making it better suited to tougher, thicker vegetation.
Does it have a stop button for quick restarts?
Yes, the stop button resets instantly, allowing for fast restarts during stop-start work.
Is the handle suitable for left- and right-handed users?
Yes, the multi-function handle allows convenient one-handed operation for both left- and right-handed users.
Trimmer Technical Data
| CO² g/kWh | 829 |
|---|---|
| Starter Cord | ErgoStart |
| Standard Cutting Tool | AutoCut C 26-2 & GrassCut 230-2 |
| Tank Cap | STV screw tank cap |
| Handle Type | Mowing handlebars / step limiter |
| EPA Certified Fuel Consumption l/h | 0.532 |
| Anti Vibration System | No |
| Tank Volume | 0.34 |
| Cutting Diameter | 420 |
| Total Length | 170 |
| Vibration Value, Right With Plastic Tool m/s2 | 5.5 |
| Sound Power Level dB(A) | 108 |
| Sound Pressure Level with Plastic Tool dB(A) | 94 |
| Weight | 5.4 |
| Displacement cm3 | 27.2 |
| Performance | 1 |
| Power Output hp | 1.2 |
STIHL FS 70 C-E Petrol Brushcutter
The STIHL FS 70 C-E is a heavy-duty petrol brushcutter designed for tackling large areas of tough vegetation with ease. Featuring an efficient 2-MIX engine, ErgoStart for effortless ignition and a bike-style handle for ergonomic control, this brushcutter balances performance with user comfort.
Key Features
- Fuel-Efficient 2-MIX Engine – 27.2 cm³ 2-stroke engine delivers 0.9 kW (1.2 hp), with up to 20% less fuel consumption and 70% lower emissions
- STIHL ErgoStart – Smooth starting with reduced pull effort, making ignition quick and reliable
- Bike-Style Handle – Ergonomically designed for natural sweeping motion, especially effective over wide areas
- Manual Fuel Pump – Reduces pulling effort during cold starts or after long idle periods
- Multi-Function Handle – Convenient one-handed operation for both left- and right-handed users
Technical Specifications
| Displacement | 27.2 cm³ |
| Power Output | 0.9 kW / 1.2 hp |
| Weight (without fuel & cutting tool) | 5.4 kg |
| Total Length | 170 cm |
| Cutting Diameter | 420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0.34 litres |
| Sound Pressure Level | 95 dB(A) |
| Sound Power Level | 104 dB(A) |
Why Choose the STIHL FS 70 C-E?
At 0.9kW, the FS 70 C-E is the most powerful of STIHL's entry bike-handle brushcutters (ahead of the FS 55 and FS 56 C-E), making it the right pick specifically for agricultural land, orchard rows and rougher garden vegetation rather than tidy lawn edging — where the lighter FS 55 range would struggle with prolonged heavy grass.
Pairs Well With
Also Known As
Also searched for as: STIHL FS70CE, STIHL heavy duty brushcutter, STIHL agricultural strimmer, STIHL rugged bike handle brushcutter.
FAQs
What is the FS 70 C-E best suited for?
Large areas of tough vegetation, agricultural land, orchards and farm boundaries where a heavier-duty bike-handle brushcutter is needed.
Is it easy to start?
Yes, STIHL ErgoStart and the manual fuel pump make ignition quick and reliable, even after long idle periods.
How does it compare to the FS 55 and FS 56 C-E?
The FS 70 C-E delivers more power (0.9kW vs 0.75-0.8kW), making it better suited to tougher, thicker vegetation.
Does it have a stop button for quick restarts?
Yes, the stop button resets instantly, allowing for fast restarts during stop-start work.
Is the handle suitable for left- and right-handed users?
Yes, the multi-function handle allows convenient one-handed operation for both left- and right-handed users.
Trimmer Technical Data
| CO² g/kWh | 829 |
|---|---|
| Starter Cord | ErgoStart |
| Standard Cutting Tool | AutoCut C 26-2 & GrassCut 230-2 |
| Tank Cap | STV screw tank cap |
| Handle Type | Mowing handlebars / step limiter |
| EPA Certified Fuel Consumption l/h | 0.532 |
| Anti Vibration System | No |
| Tank Volume | 0.34 |
| Cutting Diameter | 420 |
| Total Length | 170 |
| Vibration Value, Right With Plastic Tool m/s2 | 5.5 |
| Sound Power Level dB(A) | 108 |
| Sound Pressure Level with Plastic Tool dB(A) | 94 |
| Weight | 5.4 |
| Displacement cm3 | 27.2 |
| Performance | 1 |
| Power Output hp | 1.2 |
STIHL Warranty
STIHL offer a 1 year professional warranty or 2 year domestic warranty with all of their machines.
The following exceptions apply:
- AK System, AS System and AI Line cordless products aren't covered under warranty when used by professionals
- AP System machines, batteries and chargers - 2 year professional warranty
- Pressure washers - 2 year professional warranty or 3 year domestic warranty
- Mowers, tillers, shredders, scarifiers & iMOW machines - See STIHL's website here
Extend your Stihl warranty by an additional year when purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with selected machinery from the petrol and cordless range. Extends your petrol warranty from 1 to 2 years AND 2 to 3 years on select cordless tools.
STIHL offer a 1 year professional warranty or 2 year domestic warranty with all of their machines.
The following exceptions apply:
- AK System, AS System and AI Line cordless products aren't covered under warranty when used by professionals
- AP System machines, batteries and chargers - 2 year professional warranty
- Pressure washers - 2 year professional warranty or 3 year domestic warranty
- Mowers, tillers, shredders, scarifiers & iMOW machines - See STIHL's website here
Extend your Stihl warranty by an additional year when purchasing a STIHL Smart Connector with selected machinery from the petrol and cordless range. Extends your petrol warranty from 1 to 2 years AND 2 to 3 years on select cordless tools.
Delivery & Returns
UK Delivery
Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.
- Free UK delivery on eligible orders over £75 +VAT. Long, heavy or oversized items may incur an additional delivery charge, shown at checkout.
- UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
- Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT
Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery
All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK.
- Europe from £10.00 - Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days
- Rest of the World from £12.00- Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days
Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.
Customs, Duties & Taxes
International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.
When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.
Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.
UK Delivery
Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.
- Free UK delivery on eligible orders over £75 +VAT. Long, heavy or oversized items may incur an additional delivery charge, shown at checkout.
- UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
- Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT
Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery
All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK.
- Europe from £10.00 - Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days
- Rest of the World from £12.00- Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days
Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.
Customs, Duties & Taxes
International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.
When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.
Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.
