Stihl FSE 60

String Trimmers / Electric Corded String Trimmers

This Stihl 5.3-amp, corded-electric string trimmer has a curved shaft and weighs 8.7 lbs. It uses dual .080-inch cutting lines.

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CR Expert Take

How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

What goes into the Overall Score?

Ratings

OWNER SURVEYS

EXPERT LAB TESTS

Trimming

/ 5

Edging

/ 5

Tall grass and weeds

/ 5

Handling

/ 5

Ease of use

/ 5

Run time

/ 5

Charge time

/ 5

Noise

/ 5

Color

/ 5

Detailed Test Results

•Trimming: Fast, providing a clean cut in a single pass.
•Edging: Fast cutting, leaving a clean edge.
•Tall grass & weeds: Fast, with moderately aggressive cutting.

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Trimming: Denotes how quickly and neatly trimmers cut grass around walls, trees, and foundations.
Edging: Denotes the speed and neatness of trimming a vertical line along walkway.
Tall grass & weeds: Reflects cutting power and speed in two foot growth.
Handling: Responsiveness and balance while cutting.
Ease of use: Includes ease of starting the engine, feeding out new line, use of controls, and handle comfort.

Features & Specs

Features

Rotating head

Telescopic handle

Adjustable handle

Attachment capable

Shoulder Strap

Line feed

Line changing

Specs

Weight (lbs.)

8.7

Cutting width

Battery platform voltage (V)

Engine size

5.3-amp

Line diameter

.080

Dual line

Yes

Fuel type

Volts

Four-cycle engine

Shaft

Curved

Clutch

String Trimmers

Stihl FSE 60

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