Masseys verdict: the STIHL FSA 30 is an excellent compact cordless strimmer for small, regularly maintained gardens. It is light, easy to adjust and particularly well suited to lawn edging, trimming around borders and reaching areas that a lawn mower cannot access. The complete set includes the machine, an AS 2 battery and an AL 1 charger, so no separate battery purchase is required.
The FSA 30 is not intended to replace a high-powered brushcutter. Choose it for quick, controlled trimming of light grass rather than established brambles, woody weeds or large areas of dense growth. Customers who require more cutting capacity should compare it with the STIHL FSA 50 or STIHL FSA 60 R.
Is the STIHL FSA 30 right for your garden?
The STIHL FSA 30 Cordless Strimmer Set is best suited to homeowners who want a lightweight, uncomplicated tool for regular garden tidy-ups.
- Choose the FSA 30 for: small gardens, lawn edges, paths, borders, trees, raised beds, fences and light grass.
- Consider a larger model for: frequently overgrown grass, wet or coarse vegetation, thick weeds, brambles or extensive areas.
- Battery platform: the compact STIHL AS System for lighter domestic garden jobs.
- Ready to use: the AS 2 battery and AL 1 charger are included in this set.
Not certain which model you need? Read our STIHL strimmer and brushcutter buying guide or contact the Masseys garden-machinery team for advice.
What is included with the STIHL FSA 30 Set?
- STIHL FSA 30 cordless grass trimmer
- 1 × STIHL AS 2 lithium-ion battery
- STIHL AL 1 battery charger
- STIHL PolyCut 3-2 mowing head
- Replaceable polymer cutting blades
- Clear safety glasses supplied by STIHL
Additional batteries and chargers can be purchased separately. View the STIHL AS 2 battery and STIHL AL 1 charger.
Key features of the STIHL FSA 30
Lightweight and easy to manoeuvre
At approximately 2.3 kg with the AS 2 battery fitted, the FSA 30 is easy to carry around a smaller garden. Its compact design is useful when working between flower beds, around trees and close to garden furniture.
Adjustable shaft and loop handle
The telescopic shaft and adjustable loop handle allow the machine to be set up for different users. Correct adjustment helps maintain a more comfortable working position and provides better control around obstacles.
Dedicated lawn-edging position
The mowing head can be rotated by up to 90°, changing the FSA 30 from its normal trimming position into a dedicated lawn-edging tool. This makes it easier to create a tidy finish beside paths, patios and driveways.
PolyCut 3-2 mowing head
The standard PolyCut 3-2 head uses two replaceable polymer blades. Worn blades can be changed without specialist tools, and spare blades can be stored directly on the machine.
Optional nylon-line head
Customers who prefer conventional strimmer line can fit the compatible STIHL AutoCut C 3-2 mowing head. The maximum working time is normally lower with the line head than with the supplied PolyCut blade head.
Spacer bracket for controlled trimming
The foldable spacer bracket helps prevent the cutting attachment from getting too close to plants, tree bark, walls and other garden objects. It is particularly useful when trimming around individual plants or along established borders.
Visible battery charge indicator
The charge-level indicator allows you to check the remaining AS 2 battery capacity while working, helping you decide when the battery needs to be recharged.
STIHL FSA 30 technical specifications
| Model | STIHL FSA 30 Cordless Grass Trimmer Set |
|---|---|
| Battery system | STIHL AS System |
| Battery included | 1 × STIHL AS 2 |
| Charger included | STIHL AL 1 |
| Rated voltage | 11 V |
| Maximum voltage | 12 V |
| Power output | 0.13 kW |
| Weight | Approximately 2.3 kg including the AS 2 battery |
| Cutting diameter | Approximately 230 mm |
| Standard mowing head | STIHL PolyCut 3-2 |
| Compatible line head | STIHL AutoCut C 3-2, available separately |
| Maximum runtime with PolyCut | Up to approximately 19 minutes |
| Maximum runtime with line head | Up to approximately 10 minutes |
| Approximate area per charge | Up to approximately 45 m² |
| AL 1 charging time | Approximately 60 minutes to 80% and 80 minutes to 100% |
| STIHL part number | FA100115714 |
| EAN | 0795711727673 |
Battery working times and coverage figures are approximate. Actual performance will vary according to grass conditions, cutting attachment, operating technique, battery condition and temperature.
What jobs can the FSA 30 handle?
The FSA 30 is designed for light domestic garden maintenance, including:
- Keeping lawn edges neat
- Trimming beside paths, patios and driveways
- Cutting grass around trees and posts
- Working beside walls and fences
- Trimming around raised beds and flower borders
- Reaching beneath shrubs and garden furniture
- Quick tidy-ups between lawn mowing sessions
It is not designed for established brambles, thick woody weeds or large areas of dense rough grass. Browse the full range of cordless strimmers or STIHL strimmers and brushcutters for more powerful alternatives.
STIHL FSA 30, FSA 50 or FSA 60 R?
| Model | Best suited to | Battery platform | Masseys recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STIHL FSA 30 | Small gardens, light grass and lawn edging | AS System | Choose for minimum weight, simple handling and quick tidy-ups |
| STIHL FSA 50 | More regular trimming and more demanding garden conditions | AK System | Choose when you need a step up in cutting performance and capacity |
| STIHL FSA 60 R | Medium to larger gardens and heavier routine trimming | AK System | Choose for a wider cutting diameter and stronger performance |
Why buy the STIHL FSA 30 from Masseys?
Masseys is an authorised STIHL dealer based in Woodville, near Swadlincote. Our garden-machinery team can help you compare models, choose the correct battery platform and find compatible cutting attachments and accessories.
- Genuine STIHL machine, AS 2 battery and AL 1 charger
- Advice from an experienced garden-machinery retailer
- Local showroom near Swadlincote and Burton upon Trent
- Access to our garden-machinery servicing and repairs department
- Extensive range of STIHL garden machinery, batteries and accessories
Frequently asked questions
Does the STIHL FSA 30 Set include a battery and charger?
Yes. This set includes one STIHL AS 2 battery and an AL 1 charger, together with the FSA 30 grass trimmer and PolyCut 3-2 mowing head.
How long does the STIHL FSA 30 battery last?
The AS 2 battery provides up to approximately 19 minutes of working time with the supplied PolyCut head. STIHL gives an approximate coverage figure of up to 45 m², although actual performance depends on the grass conditions and how the machine is used.
How long does the AS 2 battery take to charge?
Using the included AL 1 charger, charging takes approximately 60 minutes to reach 80% and approximately 80 minutes to reach 100%.
Can the STIHL FSA 30 be used for lawn edging?
Yes. The mowing head can be rotated by up to 90°, allowing the FSA 30 to be used in a dedicated lawn-edging position.
Can the STIHL FSA 30 use ordinary strimmer line?
Yes. The machine is supplied with the PolyCut 3-2 polymer-blade head, but the compatible STIHL AutoCut C 3-2 nylon-line mowing head can be fitted separately.
Is the FSA 30 suitable for long grass and thick weeds?
The FSA 30 is primarily designed for lawn edges and light grass. For routinely cutting longer, wetter or coarser growth, consider the STIHL FSA 50 or FSA 60 R.
Can the AS 2 battery be used in other STIHL tools?
Yes. The removable AS 2 battery is compatible with selected tools in the STIHL AS System. It is not interchangeable with STIHL AK or AP System batteries.
Is the STIHL FSA 30 supplied with safety glasses?
Yes. STIHL supplies clear safety glasses with the machine. Appropriate footwear and clothing should also be worn when operating a grass trimmer.
Safe operation
Read the supplied instruction manual before using the machine. Wear suitable eye protection, footwear and clothing, and inspect the working area for stones, wire, pets and wildlife before starting. Remove the battery before cleaning, inspecting or changing the cutting attachment.
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