FS 38
Powerful, durable consumer trimmer, ideal for lawn edging
General

The FS 38 is a lightweight gas powered grass trimmer for homeowner use. It features a curved shaft to improve maneuverability in tight areas and a TapAction™ AutoCut® 6-2 cutting head, in a lightweight balanced design to increase comfort and reduce operator fatigue.
Versions
Featured Price-
FS 38 with AutoCut® 6-2$189.95*
* Dealers may sell for less. Pricing on all chain saws, power tools and accessories will remain in effect until December 31, 2019. Illustrations and descriptions are as accurate as known at the time of publication and are subject to change without notice. STIHL Limited is not responsible for a printing error, the local STIHL Dealer has the final authority to set product pricing. Pricing valid at participating dealers only.
The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Technical data

Technical data
Displacement (cc) | 27.2 |
Weight (kg / lbs) 1) | 4.1 / 9.0 |
1) without fuel, cutting tool and deflector
The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Features

Standard features
Additional features
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The version(s) available in each country may differ from the above range and specifications; specific details may be subject to change without notice. Please ask your local STIHL Approved Dealer for further information.
Documents
Owners manuals and safety brochures
STIHL FS 38 (F, GB) | Download | PDF, 2.2 MB |
Notes:
- STIHL and VIKING online owner’s manuals are usually for the latest versions of the machine. Your product may be a slightly older production model but the manual will still be appropriate for the relevant model number.
- The languages contained in the document are also displayed in brackets, for example (GB) = English.