Fuxtec FX-4MS142 Review
A 42.5 cc, 1.7 hp 4-stroke petrol strimmer with an automatic-feed double-line head — strong torque with no fuel mixing; the 3-tooth blade is an optional extra.
In short:The Fuxtec FX-4MS142 is a 42.5 cc four-stroke petrol strimmer and brush cutter rated at 1.25 kW (1.7 hp), with CDI ignition, a rigid 9-tooth drive shaft, tool-free access to the air filter and carburettor, and an emergency stop switch. It is supplied with a double-line head with automatic feed (32 cm cut) and a padded strap; the 3-tooth metal blade is optional. It runs on unmixed petrol and suits tough grass on larger plots.
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Pros
- Strong 4-stroke torque, no fuel mixing
- Tool-free access to air filter and carburettor
- Good value for the displacement
Cons
- Metal blade not included
- Heavy, as four-stroke machines are
- 4-stroke needs oil checks
The Fuxtec FX-4MS142 brings 4-stroke convenience to a value machine: 42.5 cc of torque with no fuel mixing, for tough grass and light brush across larger areas — at a price well below premium 4-strokes.
What the listing confirms
Fuxtec’s Amazon.co.uk listing gives a 42.5 cc four-stroke engine producing 1.7 hp (1.25 kW), maintenance-free CDI ignition, a rigid 9-tooth drive shaft on multiple bearings, a pull start, tool-free access to the air filter and carburettor, variable speed control and an emergency stop switch. It comes with a double-line head with automatic feed that reloads without opening the housing, cutting 32 cm, plus a padded strap. The 3-tooth metal blade is optional, not included.
Who it’s for
Buyers with bigger, tougher plots who want 4-stroke running without paying premium money. Budget for the optional blade and a proper harness if you’ll be cutting scrub — see the best brush cutter harnesses.
Verdict
Strong 4-stroke value for tough grass — a capable engine; add a blade for scrub.
Big 4-stroke torque with no mixing, at a keen price — a strong value machine for tough grass, once you add the optional blade for scrub.
Fuxtec FX-4MS142 — frequently asked questions
Does the Fuxtec FX-4MS142 need fuel mixing?
No — its 42.5 cc four-stroke engine runs on unmixed petrol, with engine oil in its own sump that you check before use. The trade-offs are explained in 2-stroke vs 4-stroke.
Does it come with a metal blade?
Not on the current Amazon.co.uk listing: it's supplied with a double-line head with automatic feed and a padded strap, and the 3-tooth metal blade is listed as optional. Budget for one if you have scrub or brambles — see the best brush cutter blades.
Our score
7.7/ 10
Big 4-stroke torque with no mixing, at a keen price — a strong value machine for tough grass, once you add the optional blade for scrub.
Who this one is for
Larger, tougher plots where you want 4-stroke torque without fuel mixing, on a budget.
Guides that feature it
Price and availability
A reference exists on these Amazon stores: France, United Kingdom. Listed is not the same as in stock — availability changes daily.
Details checked on October 26, 2026.
Sources
Specifications: manufacturer sheet and Amazon product page. Prices and availability: Keepa. No product on this site has been physically tested.
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