The SH 56 hand-held petrol vacuum shredder is a great machine for clearing leaves and debris from your garden.
It features the STIHL 2-MIX engine which is low maintenance and fuel efficient. Plus the specialised shredder blade shreds leaves and debris and packs it into the bag so that it takes up less space in your garden waste bin, or compost heap.
The bag also comes with a handy shoulder strap to make moving around your garden much easier. It's incredibly versatile too as you can switch it into a handheld leaf blower in no time.
The SH 56 is the ideal option for an autumn tidy-up in medium-sized gardens.
Features
2-MIX engine technology with lower emissions
STIHL's 2-MIX engine technology has been developed to deliver more power, whilst using less fuel. It also delivers significantly reduced emissions too.
Multi-function handle
The handle has all of the controls within easy reach. It's easy and comfortable to use and your hand never has to leave the handle.
Speed control to suit you
The infinitely variable speed control of the SH 56 means you can adjust it to suit you and the task at hand whatever you are clearing.
Built-in shoulder strap
The collection bag has an integrated strap that makes working for longer much more comfortable.
FAQs
QWhat should I wear when using this vacuum shredder?
A: We recommend that you tie back long hair, and wear snug-fitting clothes, goggles, gloves, sturdy boots or shoes and ear defenders or ear plugs.
Tips
#1Cleaning your SH 56
When you have finished using the SH 56, simply clean it using a damp cloth or soft brush.
#2Clearing leaves with your SH 56
If you are using your SH 56, just blow any leaves towards a corner to keep them contained and make it easier to collect them up.
#3Cleaning your gutters
Did you know you can also clean your gutters with an SH 56? The STIHL gutter cleaning kit attaches to the machine so that you can easily reach and clear blocked gutters. We do not sell this directly online, but it is available to buy from our approved STIHL dealers. Find your nearest STIHL dealer
Technical data
| CO2 | 955 g/kWh |
| Capacity | 27 cm3 |
| Blowing force with round nozzle | 13 N |
| Weight 1) | 5.4 kg |
| Sound power level | 104 dB(A) |
| Sound pressure level 2) | 90 dB(A) |
| Vibration value, right 3) | 8.0 m/s2 |
| Vibration value, left 3) | 9.1 m/s2 |
| Maximum air flow m3/h | 700 m3/h |
| Tank volume | 0.54 l |
1) Without fuel in the vacuum operation
2) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²
1927
Andreas Stihl founds an engineering office in Stuttgart and develops his own chainsaw.
1928
STIHL becomes a brand. The name represents the ceaseless quest of the engineer and company founder Andreas Stihl to ease the heavy labour of forestry work with his inventions.
1930
STIHL presents his portable petrol-powered chainsaw at the Leipzig trade fair – it is well received and orders flow in from across Europe.