STIHL FS 491 C-EM Professional Petrol Clearing Saw

Name: STIHL FS 491 C-EM Professional Petrol Clearing Saw - Ibbetts
SKU: FS 491 C-EM
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SKU: FS 491 C-EM

STIHL FS 491 C-EM Professional Petrol Clearing Saw

SKU: FS 491 C-EM

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The STIHL STIHL FS 491 C-EM Professional Petrol Clearing Saw designed for demanding landscape maintenance, vegetation management and large-scale clearing work. Featuring a high-performance 2.4kW STIHL 2-MIX engine, M-Tronic engine management and an advanced low-vibration design, it delivers exceptional cutting performance for tough grass, brush, bushes and small trees.

The STIHL FS 491 C-EM Professional Petrol Clearing Saw is a high-performance professional brushcutter engineered for intensive landscaping, grounds maintenance and vegetation clearance applications.

Designed for contractors, local authorities, estate maintenance teams and professional landscapers, the FS 491 C-EM combines outstanding cutting power with advanced comfort and efficiency features to tackle demanding clearing work with ease.

Powered by a robust 2.4kW STIHL 2-MIX engine, the FS 491 C-EM delivers excellent fuel efficiency while maintaining exceptional cutting performance. The large cutting diameter and optimised gearbox ratio provide increased mowing performance, helping operators clear large areas of dense vegetation quickly and effectively.

The machine features STIHL’s advanced M-Tronic electronic engine management system, automatically adjusting fuel mixture and ignition timing to ensure optimum engine performance in changing environmental and working conditions.

Built for intensive professional use, the technically enhanced gearbox incorporates improvements to the sealing system, main bearing and lubricant circulation to deliver increased durability, reliability and service life.

Operator comfort has also been upgraded with a redesigned ergonomic bike handle, reduced vibration levels during partial-load operation and STIHL’s proven 4-point anti-vibration system, helping minimise fatigue during long working periods.

Additional professional features include STIHL ErgoStart, tool-free handle adjustment, a multi-function control handle, simplified starting procedure and stop button for quick restarts.

Supplied with an ADVANCE Universal Harness and BrushCut 300-3 metal blade, the FS 491 C-EM is ready to tackle large-scale grass cutting, scrub clearance and demanding vegetation management tasks straight out of the box.

Table of specifications

Displacement

51.6 cm³

Power

2.4 kW

Engine power

3.3 HP

CO2

828 g/kWh

Device weight without refuelling

9.2 kg 1)

Cutting circle diameter

520 mm

Tank capacity

0.990 l

Tank capacity

990 cm³

Device length without cutting tool

180 cm

Sound pressure level

102 dB(A) 2)

Sound pressure level

101 dB(A) 2)

Sound power level

111 dB(A) 2)

Sound power level

112 dB(A) 2)

Vibration value on the left in right-handed operation

3.2 m/s² 3)

Vibration value on the right in right-handed operation

2.8 m/s² 3)

Technical Notes

without cutting tool and protection

K-value according to Directive 2006/42/EC = 2.0 dB(A)

K-value according to RL 2006/42/EG = 2 m/s²

FEATURES

STIHL M-Tronic Engine Management

Reliable work with maximum performance. STIHL M-Tronic electronically controls ignition timing and fuel metering automatically, constantly adapting to changing operating conditions.

Long-Life Air Filtration System

The advanced air filtration system is designed for long operating life, reducing maintenance requirements and helping protect the engine during demanding professional use.

Ergonomic Bike Handle

The bike handle design supports natural sweeping mowing movements, making it ideal for extensive grass and vegetation management work.

ADVANCE Grip Handle

Enhanced ergonomics and comfort. The redesigned ADVANCE grip handle allows more flexible hand positioning and improved operator comfort during prolonged use.

Tool-Free Handle Adjustment

Quick adjustment without tools. The bike handle can be repositioned quickly using the central clamping mechanism. The handle can also be rotated through 90° for transport and storage.

Large Transparent Fuel Tank

The large fuel tank is designed to maximise productivity by reducing the frequency of refuelling stops.

Optimised 25° Gear Angle

The redesigned gearbox features a 25° gear angle, optimised for clearing saw work and forestry applications.