{"product_id":"stihl-fs-38-petrol-grass-trimmer","title":"FS 38 Petrol Grass Trimmer","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSTIHL FS 38 Petrol Grass Trimmer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL FS 38\u003c\/strong\u003e is the lightest petrol grass trimmer in the STIHL range, making it the perfect tool for \u003cstrong\u003etrimming lawn edges, tidying around trees,\u003c\/strong\u003e and giving your garden a clean, professional-looking finish. Compact, easy to handle and ideal for domestic users, the FS 38 delivers reliable performance for everyday garden maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003ein stock at Gustharts\u003c\/strong\u003e as an authorised STIHL dealer, with free UK delivery on this order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with the \u003cstrong\u003eAutoCut C 6-2\u003c\/strong\u003e bump-feed mowing head as standard, the FS 38 can also be fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003ePolyCut\u003c\/strong\u003e head for tackling \u003cstrong\u003ethicker weeds and light overgrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you flexibility depending on the task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightest petrol trimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e in the STIHL range — ideal for all-round garden edge maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Start\u003c\/strong\u003e with manual fuel pump — fewer starting strokes required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-handed multi-function handle\u003c\/strong\u003e for simple, intuitive operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoop handle\u003c\/strong\u003e provides manoeuvrability in tight and narrow spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong\u003eAutoCut\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePolyCut\u003c\/strong\u003e mowing heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for \u003cstrong\u003edomestic garden maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e and finishing work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:600px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;box-shadow:0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,.03);overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:42%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:58%;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eEngine Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003ePetrol 2-stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eStandard Cutting Head\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eAutoCut C 6-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eOptional Cutting Tools\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003ePolyCut head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eHandle Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003eLoop handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#f8f8f8;font-weight:600;text-align:left;padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#111;\"\u003eStarting Assistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:#111;\"\u003eManual fuel pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the STIHL FS 38?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the world's best-selling outdoor power tool brand, and the FS 38's dual compatibility with AutoCut and PolyCut heads means one trimmer handles both fine grass edging and tougher weed clearance — a genuine advantage over single-head trimmers for domestic gardeners who face varied conditions through the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/fuel-oil\"\u003e2-Stroke Oil and Fuel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/chainsaw-clothing-ppe\"\u003eProtective Gloves and Eyewear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso searched for as: STIHL FS38, STIHL lightest petrol trimmer, STIHL domestic strimmer, STIHL AutoCut grass trimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the STIHL FS 38 suitable for regular home garden maintenance?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the FS 38 is designed specifically for domestic users who need a lightweight trimmer for grass edging, tidying borders and maintaining smaller garden areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat cutting heads can I use with the FS 38?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes with the AutoCut C 6-2 head as standard but can also be fitted with a PolyCut head for thicker weeds and tougher trimming jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the FS 38 easy to start?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the manual fuel pump reduces the number of starting strokes required, especially after long breaks in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the FS 38 be used in tight areas?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the loop handle offers excellent manoeuvrability, allowing you to work around bushes, trees, benches and garden edges with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this suitable for professional use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed primarily for domestic garden maintenance rather than daily professional grounds work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Stihl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45718833168628,"sku":"FS-4140 012 2353","price":212.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/stihl_FS_38_Petrol_Grass_Trimmer.jpg?v=1753100885","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-us\/products\/stihl-fs-38-petrol-grass-trimmer","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}