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Stihl HS 82 RC-E vs Stihl TS 420
The Stihl HS 82 RC-E is a professional petrol hedge trimmer. The Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Stihl HS 82 RC-E | Stihl TS 420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 22.7 cm3 | 66.7 cm3 |
| Power | 0.70 kW | 3.20 kW |
| Stroke rate | 3200 r/min | - |
| Weight | - | 9.8 kg |
| Cutting wheel | - | 350 mm |
Sources: Stihl HS 82 RC-E, Stihl TS 420. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HS 82 RC-E if...
A petrol hedge trimmer for large-volume pruning jobs. Used by landscapers and grounds maintenance crews on long or tall hedges.
Full HS 82 RC-E specifications →Buy or hire the TS 420 if...
A hand-held petrol cut-off saw for cutting concrete, stone, kerbs and pipe. Used by groundworkers, utilities crews and landscapers on road and paving jobs.
Full TS 420 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Stihl HS 82 RC-E and the Stihl TS 420?
The Stihl HS 82 RC-E is a professional petrol hedge trimmer; the Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
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