The Stihl RL 540 Lawn Scarifier is a highly powerful machine, ideal to remove moss and lawn thatch from large lawns efficiently. Aerate your lawn with ease, let the easy to manoeuvre petrol power of the RL540 with its sharp blades do the hard work. Furthermore, it’s compact to store away and transport so is ready wherever and whenever you need it.
- 38-centimetre operating width,
- Easy start system,
- Ideal for lawns up to 0.5 acres,
- Six levels of depth adjustment.
Stihl’s RL 540 is the perfect scarifier to maintain your lawn.
This dethatcher is so easy to use and also so efficient at removing weeds and other debris from your lawn’s soil. Purposefully built to optimally improve the growth and health of your lawn, this petrol scarifier will improve the supply of nutrients to your lawn. As the razor-sharp blades tread over your lawn, it will aerate the soil below. The set up of the Stihl RL540 is made simple for even the novice gardener. Conveniently, all drive and depth controls are on the handlebars. With this control unit in close reach, you can adjust the working depth of the blades to one of six levels to a range of 25mm, simply adjust with the lever.
Effortless to start, easier to move around.
With the SmartChoke technology, the Stihl RL 540 scarifier can be started in all weathers without issue. Fill up with petrol. pull the starter cord and you are ready to use. Additionally, it’s a breeze to navigate over your green. Easy running wheels designed with special tread will keep your scarifier driving true, which makes it child’s play to manoeuvre and surprisingly agile. Furthermore, these tread of the wheels will improve grip even in damp weather.
Built to last for years of use
As with all Stihl products, care and attention to build quality and detail has been taken into consideration. You’ll find the Stihl RL 540 petrol scarifier has a strong polymer housing to withstand long term use. What’s more, the robustness of the machine will help when you need to transport, Fold down the handlebars with no tools required, load it in your vehicle or put it away in a compact storage place. Fortunately, there is a carrying handle built into the dethatcher for transport. You can also use this to tilt the machine for easy cleaning. This handles doubles up to help protect the housing from an obstacle.
Features We Like
Scarifying unit
The scarifying unit of the STIHL lawn scarifiers is equipped with sturdy, fixed blades. The sharp blades effectively aerate the lawn.
Easy start engine
Thanks to the SmartChoke technology, the engine of the STIHL lawn scarifiers starts at any temperature and with little effort.
Easy-running wheels
The easy-running wheels of the STIHL lawn scarifiers are equipped with a traction and directional stability tread pattern. This makes the scarifiers easy to manoeuvre during lawn aeration and gives them good grip.
Working depth adjustment
Using the control unit on the handlebar, the working depth of the blades can be adjusted in six stages. The scarifying unit of the STIHL lawn scarifiers can also be lowered or raised using the adjustment lever.
Carrying handle
The housing of the STIHL lawn scarifier features an integrated carrying handle. It can be used to tilt or load the machine with ease. The carrying handle also acts as an impact protector and protects the housing of the scarifier when the machine makes contact with obstacles on the lawn.
Polymer housing
The polymer housing of the STIHL lawn scarifiers is made from an especially sturdy polymer. The material is resistant to impact as well as heat and UV.
Foldable handlebar
Thanks to the foldable handlebar, STIHL lawn scarifiers can be easily cleaned and compactly stored.
Technical data | Value |
---|---|
Measured workplace LpA dB(A) | 81 |
nominal speed rpm | 2.800 |
Working depth range mm | 25 |
Weight kg | 33 |
Guaranteed sound power level LWA dB(A) | 92 |
Uncertainty factor K m/s² | 2.06 |
Lawns m² | up to 2.000 |
Uncertainty factor KWA dB(A) | 1.6 |
Uncertainty factor KpA [dB(A)] dB(A) | 2 |
Displacement cm³ | 149 |
Guaranteed sound power level LWAd [dB(A)] dB(A) | 94 |
Nominal output/nominal speed | 2.2 kW / 3.0 PS |
Working width cm | 38 |
Vibration value ahw m/s² | 4.12 |
Engine type | Series XT675 OHV SC |
In-Store Customer (verified owner) –
Super quick delivery. Thank you mower2go
In-Store Customer (verified owner) –
i bought this to replace a cheap scarifier from another brand, i can see why stihl are kings of garden machinery. fantastic product will be returning for a cordless mower
In-Store Customer (verified owner) –
Super simple to use, been using for around 3 months now and definitely seen improvement in my lawn. Recommended product!
In-Store Customer (verified owner) –
Good product, a little heavier than thought for transport in my car.
In-Store Customer (verified owner) –
Perfect scarifier for our medium sized garden. I am glad Keith advised me on the RL 540. A* service once again.