STIHL engine technology: developed to support you

STIHL promotes innovation in many areas of engine technology for improved efficiency, reliability and performance.

From our reimagined four-stroke engine to fuel injection, engine technology developments from STIHL help you rise to any challenge. Our tools are designed to meet a wide range of needs across many applications and user groups, and we are constantly improving the engines in our petrol tools. For a deeper understanding, we’ve put together more information about the innovative technology currently used in STIHL petrol engines.

STIHL engine technology

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STIHL 4-MIX®

The STIHL 4-MIX® engine is a reincarnation of the four-stroke engine, which incorporates the benefits of a 2-stroke engine. Its innovative design delivers enormous engine power and much greater torque, while generating fewer harmful emissions and requiring less maintenance.

The STIHL 2-MIX engine: powerful, economical

The STIHL 2-MIX two-stroke engine offers high-power engine performance, fast acceleration and simple operation. The innovative stratified scavenging system reduces harmful emissions and significantly reduces fuel consumption.

Summary: STIHL engine technology

Innovation covers a wide range of engine types from STIHL 4-MIX®, 2-MIX and fuel injection
Since we have tools for a wide range of applications, we innovate in many areas of engine technology
STIHL engine technology has been developing drive systems since 1926

More STIHL engine technology innovations

Say goodbye to rough-running engines with M-Tronic. The system ensures that engine performance is continuously optimised, as well as providing precise electronic regulation of ignition timing and fuel metering. In a nutshell, M-Tronic is an engine technology that makes all the difference, every day.