The Stihl HS 56 is a professional-grade hedge trimmer designed to offer the ideal balance of power and portability. This hedge trimmer features a 24in cutting blade supported by a remarkably lightweight design, adding comfort and control to extended cutting and pruning jobs. It is optimized for professional users, making it an excellent choice for heavy-duty applications.

The HS 56 is engineered with an optimized gearbox that ensures long machine life even under heavy use. The trimmer also includes a data port and a modified grease opening on the gearbox, making it easy to service. Additionally, it comes with a blade tip guard that protects the blades and helps keep them sharper for longer, while also facilitating the trimming of low-growing ground cover plants.

Key Features

• Lightweight Design: Provides comfort and control during extended use.
• Optimized Gearbox: Ensures long machine life even in heavy use.
• Easy Service: Features a data port and a modified grease opening on the gearbox.
• Blade Tip Guard: Protects the blades and helps keep them sharper for longer.
• Double-Sided Blades: Allows for efficient cutting in both directions.
• Ergonomic Loop Handle: Enhances user comfort and control.
• Master Control Lever: Simplifies the starting procedure.
• Variable Speed Control: Not applicable to this model, but notable for its absence in favor of a simplified operation.

Specifications

General

• Vendor: Stihl
• Model: HS 56
  
• SKU: HS 56 24

Engine

• Displacement: 21.4cc
• Engine Power: 0.65kW
• Fuel Capacity: 280cc
• Power Source: Gas

Cutting Performance

• Blade Length: 24in
• Strokes Per Minute: 3640

Physical Characteristics

• Weight: 4.5kg

Additional Features

• Gearbox: Optimized for long machine life
• Blade Tip Guard: Included for blade protection
• Handle Type: Ergonomic loop handle
• Starting Procedure: Simplified with Master Control Lever
• Service Features: Data port and modified grease opening on the gearbox