Part of the Stihl PRO range, the FSA 85 cordless grass trimmer is a popular choice for contractors & landowners wanted to work with minimal noise disturbance. Cordless power also allows the user to work cable-free and without the fumes & running costs of a petrol engine. The FSA 85 is fitted with a long-lasting EC brushless motor, brushless motors work with greater efficiently than brushed versions, they run quietly with minimal vibration. Stihl battery & chargers are sold separately & Stihl recommend the AP 200 battery which will give the FSA 85 a run time of 30 minutes. To increase battery life & ensure the tool stays disconnected until you need it, there is a two stage system to connect the battery; the 1st stage sits the battery in position so it can safely transported, the 2nd stage connects the battery ready for use. The FSA 85 comes with variable-speed-control which lets you adjust the trimmers power to match the cutting conditions. The battery life will also depend on the cutting speed. The trimmer has soft-grip loop handle design and this is ideal for working in narrow spaces, the spacer means that you can trim around obstacles & trees without causing damage. Stihl’s Auto Cut C 4-2 cutting head has a tough nylon line & can be fitted without the need to remove the casing. Extra nylon line is released when the cutting head is bumped on the ground. Comes with a hanging loop for storage. Batteries & chargers sold separately. Running Times with AP Batteries:AP 100: up to 15 minutes AP 200: up to 30 minutes AP 300: up to 45 minutes Charge Time with the AL 300 standard charger:AP 100: 50 minutes AP 200: 55 minutes AP 300: 75 minutes Specification: Power: 36v Lithium Rechargeable Battery Motor: EC Brushless Handle Type: Loop Handle Line Head: Auto Cut C 4-2 Nylon Bump Feed Cutting Diameter: 350 mm Vibration Levels: 1.4 / 0.8m/s² (left / right)1.4 / 1.9m/s² (left / right) Noise Levels: 94 (d BA) Weight (Excl. battery): 2.8kg Domestic Warranty: 2 Years Domestic, 1 Year Commercial