STIHL ElastoStart-STIHL ElastoStart reduces the shock caused by the compression of the engine during starting. The compression shock is taken away from the user’s joints and muscles through a spring or rubber element in the starter handle.

Long-life air filter system-Long-life air filter system reduces the frequency of filter cleaning required.

Additional stop switch on handlebar-Additional stop switch on handlebar for additional safety, so that the engine can be shut down by operating either the stop switch on the powerhead or the stop switch on the handlebar.