The STIHL RL540 Lawn Scarifier is a high-performance petrol scarifier designed to remove thatch, moss and lawn debris from medium to large lawns. Ideal for homeowners with larger gardens and professional users, this robust machine improves air, water and nutrient penetration to promote stronger, healthier grass growth.

Built with a durable steel housing and a powerful petrol engine, the RL540 delivers consistent scarifying performance while remaining easy to manoeuvre and operate.

Key Features:

High-Performance Petrol Engine – Provides strong, reliable power for effective removal of moss, thatch and lawn debris.

Multi-Blade Scarifying Roller – Penetrates the lawn surface to loosen compacted material and improve turf health.

38 cm Working Width – Ideal for medium to large lawns, offering efficient coverage and reduced working time.

Central Working Depth Adjustment – Allows precise control of scarifying depth to suit lawn condition and seasonal requirements.

Robust Steel Housing – Ensures durability, stability and long service life in demanding garden conditions.

Large Rear Grass Collector – Collects loosened debris efficiently for a cleaner finish and easier disposal.

Ideal For:

Removing moss and thatch
Improving lawn aeration and drainage
Medium to large domestic gardens
Seasonal lawn renovation and maintenance

Product Details:

Product Type: Petrol Lawn Scarifier
Engine Type: Petrol
Working Width: 38 cm
Housing Material: Steel
Depth Adjustment: Central
Grass Collection: Rear collector
Application: Lawn scarifying and renovation

Why Choose This Lawn Scarifier:

The STIHL RL540 Lawn Scarifier offers powerful, effective lawn renovation for users who want professional-level results at home. Its strong engine, adjustable scarifying depth and durable construction make it ideal for restoring lawn health and appearance. Backed by STIHL’s trusted build quality, it’s a reliable choice for maintaining thick, healthy grass year after year.

The STIHL RL540 is a powerful scarifier with a 15” (38cm) working width that is ideal for removing thatch and moss from lawns.

Like most scarifiers, the RL540 is hand propelled but by reason of the scarification action, very little effort is needed to operate this machine.

In order to ensure efficient scarification, STIHL have used a row of 7 double blades that can achieve a working depth of 25mm to ensure that even the thickest carpet of moss and thatch can be removed with ease.

A simple-to-use dial on the handle means that the scarification depth can easily be set to one of six pre-set depths allowing you to set the most suitable scarifying depth for the conditions and to compensate for blade wear.

The blades are housed in a robust yet lightweight polymer chassis and power is provided by an easy starting Kohler XT675 Series OHV engine.

An optional catcher bag can be purchased as an accessory to save you from collecting the debris once you've finished.

When the scarifying is done, the handles can be folded for easy storage.

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STIHL RL540 Lawn Scarifier