With extraordinary power and robust design, the FS 490 C-EM clearing saw with STIHL M-Tronic and ErgoStart is a sound choice for professionals. Low vibration levels due to the four-point anti-vibration system. With simple start logic, stop button and fully electronic M-Tronic engine management as standard.
STIHL FS 491 C-EM Petrol Clearing Saw
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In Stock
- Local Delivery Only
- Aftercare Package
- Finance Available
Highlights:
- 51.6 cc
- 3.3 hp / 2.4 kW
- M-Tronic
- 2-MIX Engine
- ErgoStart
- 9.1 kg
- Local Delivery Only
- Aftercare Package
- Finance Available
Additional information
| Strimmer/Brushcutter Type | Brushcutter |
|---|---|
| Which brand to view | Stihl |
| Machine Power Type | Petrol |
| Machine Class | Professional |
| Machine Category | Strimmers & Brushcutters |
Technical Info
Technical Info
| Technical data | Value |
|---|---|
| CO²  g/kWh | 860 |
| Performance kW | 2.4 |
| Performance PS | 3.3 |
| Capacity cm3 | 51.6 |
| Weight kg 1) | 9.3 |
| Sound pressure level with mowing head dB(A)Â 2) | 102 |
| Sound pressure level with metal tool dB(A)Â 2) | 102 |
| Sound power level dB(A)Â 2) | 115 |
| Vibration value, left with mowing head m/s2Â 3) | 3.7 |
| Vibration value, left with metal tool m/s2Â 3) | 2.8 |
| Vibration value, right with metal tool m/s2Â 3) | 2.8 |
| Vibration value, right with mowing head m/s2Â 3) | 3.7 |
| Total length cm 4) | 180 |
| Tank volume l | 0.99 |
| Displacement cm³ | 51.6 |
| Power output kW/bhp | 2.4/3.3 |
| Weight kg 5) | 9.1 |
| Standard cutting tool | Brush knife 300-3 |
Warranty
Warranty
STIHL AS System, AI Line and AK System cordless products are not covered under warranty when used by Professional Users (including Hire, Rental and Construction Industry, Farm and Estate).
* Subject to product registration and annual servicing (otherwise 2 years)
** Whole handlebar mechanism
Further info available here: https://www.stihl.co.uk/stihl-warranty-policy.aspx
| Product Type | Years Domestic | Years Professional |
| Standard | 2 | 1 |
| All batteries and chargers for cordless products shown in the current STIHL Sales Catalogue | 2 | 1 |
| STIHL High Pressure Cleaners | 3 | 2 |
| Extension of Domestic warranty from 2 to 3 years when purchased with 5 litres of MotoMix. Domestic customers can now extend warranty cover of selected machines, when purchased along with 5L of MotoMix. | 2 to 3 | |
| Ignition modules – There is a 2 year warranty on ignition modules. | 2 | |
| Spare Parts | 1 | 1 |
| 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and R Series Lawnmowers | 5* | 3 Months |
| R4, T4, T5 & T6 Series Ride-on Mowers | 5* | 3 Months |
| MB 4 RTP, MB 655 RS | 5* | 1 |
| 7 Series Lawn mowers | 5* | 1 |
| Lawn Scarifier | 5* | 3 Months |
| Tillers and Shredders | 2 | 3 Months |
| Lawn mower Deck 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & R Series | 10* | 3 Months |
| Mono Handlebar 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & R Series | 10** | 3 Months |
| Mono Handlebar 7 Series | 10** | 5** |
| iMOW® | 5* | 5* |
Delivery
Delivery
We offer a free click & collect option for all our products, with a choice of collecting from Dorchester, Tiverton or Chard. Please click here for full address details.
For all non-large items, we also offer national delivery throughout the UK mainland, excluding Scottish Highlands, Islands and Northern Ireland.
For some of our larger products, unfortunately national delivery is not an option. Therefore, we only offer free click & collect or our own delivery service to the following area postcodes; TQ, EX, TA, BS, BA, SP, BH, DT.
The delivery options available and associated costs are determined by the product type/size and customer location, which will be calculated at check-out, before processing your order.
Delivery time scales vary depending on our stock levels, your choice of delivery method and delivery location. Any potential delays will be communicated with yourself as soon as we are aware.
If you have any questions or queries about an order you would like to place with us, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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