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HS 82 RC-E Petrol Hedge Trimmer
SKU: Stihl | HC-4237 011 2982
- Regular price
- £537.63 Ex VAT
- £645.16 Inc VAT
- RRP: £620.00 Ex VAT
- Sale price
- £537.63 £537.63 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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- £645.16 £645.16 Inc VAT
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Product information & specifications
STIHL HS 82 RC-E Petrol Hedge Trimmer (24″ / 30″)
Designed for UK landscaping contractors, estate managers and serious domestic users tackling large hedges and heavy-duty trimming tasks. The STIHL HS 82 RC-E features a 22.7 cm³ 2-Mix engine delivering 0.7 kW of power, a swivelling multi-function handle for optimal cutting position, and your choice of a 60 cm (24″) or 75 cm (30″) double-sided cutting blade. It’s built for high-volume hedging, thick shrubs and professional use with improved efficiency and comfort.
Key Features & Benefits
- Choice of blade length: 24″ (60 cm) or 30″ (75 cm) to suit hedge size and job type.
- Double-sided cutting blade: allows both horizontal and vertical trimming with ease.
- STIHL 2-Mix engine (22.7 cm³): efficient fuel consumption, lower emissions and strong performance.
- Swivelling multi-function handle (rotates approx. 90°): better ergonomics for vertical or side hedging.
- Anti-vibration system: reduces fatigue for extended trimming sessions.
- Professional build quality: designed for heavy use with commercial grade specifications; but also viable for serious domestic users.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 22.7 cm³ |
| Power output | 0.7 kW (≈ 1.0 hp) |
| Blade lengths available | 60 cm (24″) or 75 cm (30″) |
| Weight (approx.) | 5.3 kg for 24″ version; around 5.7 kg for 30″ version : |
| Stroke rate | 3,200 rpm approx. : |
| Tooth spacing | 38 mm (R-version) for thicker hedging |
Why Choose This Hedge Trimmer?
If you’re managing large hedges, estate boundaries or commercial tasks across the UK, your hedge trimmer needs to deliver power, durability and versatility. The STIHL HS 82 RC-E answers the call: with its strong 2-Mix engine, choice of blade length for different hedge sizes, ergonomic handle and heavy-duty build. For professional contractors it offers efficiency and stamina; for dedicated domestic users with large gardens it offers a serious step up. The 30″ blade version allows fewer passes and faster work over long hedge lines, while the 24″ version gives a more manageable size for tighter spaces. This machine gives you one tool that handles both volume and precision.
Specifications
| Rotary Handle | Yes |
|---|---|
| Long-Life Air filter | Yes |
| ErgoStart | Yes |
| Anti-vibration System | Yes |
| Stroke Rate (rpm) | 3200 |
| Weight (kg) | 5.6 |
| Total Length (cm) | 120/135 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 22.7 |
| Power Output (kW/hp) | 0.7/1.0 |
| Bar length (cm/inches) | 60/24 & 75/30 |
STIHL HS 82 RC-E Petrol Hedge Trimmer (24″ / 30″)
Designed for UK landscaping contractors, estate managers and serious domestic users tackling large hedges and heavy-duty trimming tasks. The STIHL HS 82 RC-E features a 22.7 cm³ 2-Mix engine delivering 0.7 kW of power, a swivelling multi-function handle for optimal cutting position, and your choice of a 60 cm (24″) or 75 cm (30″) double-sided cutting blade. It’s built for high-volume hedging, thick shrubs and professional use with improved efficiency and comfort.
Key Features & Benefits
- Choice of blade length: 24″ (60 cm) or 30″ (75 cm) to suit hedge size and job type.
- Double-sided cutting blade: allows both horizontal and vertical trimming with ease.
- STIHL 2-Mix engine (22.7 cm³): efficient fuel consumption, lower emissions and strong performance.
- Swivelling multi-function handle (rotates approx. 90°): better ergonomics for vertical or side hedging.
- Anti-vibration system: reduces fatigue for extended trimming sessions.
- Professional build quality: designed for heavy use with commercial grade specifications; but also viable for serious domestic users.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 22.7 cm³ |
| Power output | 0.7 kW (≈ 1.0 hp) |
| Blade lengths available | 60 cm (24″) or 75 cm (30″) |
| Weight (approx.) | 5.3 kg for 24″ version; around 5.7 kg for 30″ version : |
| Stroke rate | 3,200 rpm approx. : |
| Tooth spacing | 38 mm (R-version) for thicker hedging |
Why Choose This Hedge Trimmer?
If you’re managing large hedges, estate boundaries or commercial tasks across the UK, your hedge trimmer needs to deliver power, durability and versatility. The STIHL HS 82 RC-E answers the call: with its strong 2-Mix engine, choice of blade length for different hedge sizes, ergonomic handle and heavy-duty build. For professional contractors it offers efficiency and stamina; for dedicated domestic users with large gardens it offers a serious step up. The 30″ blade version allows fewer passes and faster work over long hedge lines, while the 24″ version gives a more manageable size for tighter spaces. This machine gives you one tool that handles both volume and precision.
Specifications
| Rotary Handle | Yes |
|---|---|
| Long-Life Air filter | Yes |
| ErgoStart | Yes |
| Anti-vibration System | Yes |
| Stroke Rate (rpm) | 3200 |
| Weight (kg) | 5.6 |
| Total Length (cm) | 120/135 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 22.7 |
| Power Output (kW/hp) | 0.7/1.0 |
| Bar length (cm/inches) | 60/24 & 75/30 |
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.
