FS 70 RC-E
Robust 0.9 kW petrol brushcutter with ErgoStart and loop handle
General
Extremely robust 0.9 kW petrol brushcutter with loop handle. 2-MIX engine consumes up to 20% less fuel and 70% less emissions compared to conventional two-stroke engines without 2-MIX technology. ErgoStart simplified starting procedure for increased comfort. Optimised trimmer angle for working on large areas of tough grass.
Extend your domestic warranty from 2 to 3 years with the purchase of 5 litres of STIHL MotoMix® fuel and this product. Your STIHL Approved Dealer will register your extended warranty on the STIHL warranty database at point of purchase.
Versions
Price-
FS 70 RC-E£375.00*
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Product variations
- FS 70 C-E Robust 0.9 kW petrol brushcutter with ErgoStart and bike handle
Technical data

Technical data
Technical data | Value |
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CO² g/kWh | 829 |
Displacement cm3 | 27.2 |
Performance kW | 0.9 |
Power output hp | 1.2 |
Weight kg 1) | 4.8 |
Sound pressure level with plastic tool dB(A) 2) | 94 |
Sound pressure level with metal tool dB(A) 2) | 94 |
Sound power level dB(A) 2) | 108 |
Sound power level with metal tool dB(A) 2) | 107 |
Vibration value, left with plastic tool m/s2 3) | 7.6 |
Vibration value, right with metal tool m/s2 3) | 6.6 |
Vibration value, right with plastic tool m/s2 3) | 6 |
Vibration value, left with metal tool m/s2 3) | 6.6 |
Total length cm 4) | 170 |
Cutting diameter mm | 420 |
Tank volume l | 0.34 |
Displacement cm³ | 27.2 |
Power output kW/bhp | 0.9/1.2 |
Weight kg 5) | 4.8 |
Standard cutting tool | AutoCut C 25-2 |
1) Without fuel, cutting tool and without protection
2) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
4) Without cutting tool
5) without cutting tool and deflector
The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Features

Standard features
The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Accessories

Accessories
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DuroCut mowing line (line pieces)
Pieces of line cut to length for use with STIHL DuroCut mowing heads. The construction with a flexible core and a hard coating with cutting teeth ensures a long service life and high mowing performance. For clean working in high, dense and slightly woody vegetation. 48 line pieces per packet.
STIHL professional tip - leave your new mowing line in water for 24 hours before use. This will increase the flexibility and lifespan of the mowing line.
Versions
Price- For DuroCut 20-2 and 40-4, XL £9.50*
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
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Set of plastic blades (twelve)
Replacement plastic blades for PolyCut mowing head 6-3, 20-3, 41-3, set of 12 white blades.
Versions
Price- White PolyCut replacement blades (12) £8.00*
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
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Grass cutting blade (2 blades)
Steel double blade, reversible. For working on areas of tough grass.
230 mm – 2 B – for FS 55 R / FS 55 / FS 56 RC-E / FS 56 C-E / FS 70 RC-E / FS 70 C-E / FS 91 / F S 111 / FS 131 / FSA 130 / FSA 130 R / FS 94 RC-E / FS 94 C-E / FSA 90 R / FSA 90 / FS 240 C-E / FR 131 T / FR 460 TC-EFM
260 mm – 2 B – for FS 91 / F S 111 / FS 131 / FSA 130 / FSA 130 R / FS 94 RC-E / FS 94 C-E / FSA 90 R / FSA 90 / FS 240 C-E / FR 131 T / FR 460 TC-EFM
Versions
Price- 230 mm (2 blade) for FS 55 - FS 240 and FR 130/460 £11.00*
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
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Double shoulder harness
With soft padding for improved comfort when working for prolonged periods. For FS 55-FS 560, FSA 90.
Versions
Price- For FS 56-FS 550 £44.00*
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
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AutoCut C 26-2 mowing head
Double mowing line head for trimming and thinning work. Mowing lines are automatically extended when the mowing head is tapped on the ground. Easy loading system for quick and simple line refill. Featuring a low profile for more control and more precise trimming results. Compatible with line diameters of 2.4mm and 2.7mm.
AutoCut C 26-2 – for FS 55 R / FS 56 RC-E / FS 56 C-E / FS 70 RC-E / FS 70 C-E / FS 55 / FS 91 / FS 111 / FS 94 RC-E / FS 94 C-E / FS 131 / FS 240 C-E / FSA 90 R / FSA 90 / FSA 130 R / FSA 130 / FR 131 T / FR 460 TC-EFM
Versions
Price- AutoCut C 26-2 - 2.4 mm £33.00*
* Manufacturer's recommended retail price updated as of February 2020. The manufacturer's recommended retail prices are subject to change without notice.
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The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Documents
Owners manuals and safety brochures
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24/03/2020 |