Cutting capacity at a glance
24 in. blade · 1.3 in tooth spacing · 3600 rpm stroke rate
STIHL® HOMEOWNER GAS HEDGE TRIMMER
HS 56
This lightweight hedge trimmer features professional-grade cutting power.
24 in.Blade length1.3 inTooth spacing3600 rpmStroke rate
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Blade length24 in.
Tooth spacing1.3 in
Stroke rate3600 rpm
Weight9.9 lb
Specifications & features
- Device weight without refuelling
- 9.9 lb
- Displacement
- 1.3 in³
- Stroke rate²
- 3600 rpm
- Power
- 0.9 BHP
- Cutting length
- 23.6 in
- Tooth spacing
- 1.3 in
- Product highlight: This lightweight hedge trimmer features professional-grade cutting power.
Choose by the work
Match the blade to the hedge.
Handheld hedge trimmer organized around the cutting details customers compare most. The published blade length is 24 in. Tooth spacing is 1.3 in.
Blade length24 in.
Tooth spacing1.3 in
Stroke rate3600 rpm
Weight9.9 lb
Power sourceGasoline
Displacement1.3 in³
Power0.9 BHP
Cutting sidesDouble-sided
Balance for close work
The handheld format keeps the cutter close for shaping, pruning and finish work.
Gas power and local support
9.9 lb published weight. Garland Saw supports setup, fuel, filters, parts and service.
For your hedge trimmer
Genuine STIHL accessories
Garland Saw can confirm model and battery-system compatibility before purchase. When exact fitment is not verified, we link only to the relevant accessory department.
Prices and availability may change. Contact Garland Saw to confirm the model or part number and current availability.
Safety & product information
Use it safely.
Read and follow the operator’s manual and all safety instructions supplied with the product.