Description
Overview:
The Supporting Plate for Stihl HS46 and HS56 hedgetrimmers is a genuine Stihl spare designed to keep key assemblies correctly supported and aligned. Made from durable metal, it provides a stable mounting surface that helps maintain smooth running and consistent cutting performance. It is used on petrol hedge trimmers in the HS 46 and HS 56 families and is built to match the original equipment specification for fit and function. Using the correct supporting plate helps reduce unnecessary wear on adjacent parts and keeps the machine working reliably after routine servicing or repairs. Identified as Stihl part number 4242 716 7400, this component is suitable for replacing a bent, worn, or missing plate to restore dependable operation.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl part 4242 716 7400 for correct fit and compatibility
- Robust metal construction for long service life under regular use
- Supports and maintains alignment of related hedgetrimmer components
- Helps reduce vibration and uneven cutting caused by damaged support hardware
- Precision-made to match original mounting points on the machine
- Straightforward to install during routine maintenance or repair
- Suitable for restoring performance after impact or heavy wear
- Compatible with selected HS 46 and HS 56 model variants
Typical Applications:
Replacement of a worn, bent, or missing support plate on Stihl HS46/HS56 series hedge trimmers to recover smooth blade operation, reduce chatter, and protect surrounding parts. Ideal during overhauls, after blade strikes, or when investigating poor cut quality or increased vibration. Useful in workshops, landscaping businesses, and by home users maintaining their own machines.
Also known as:
Support plate, backing plate, mounting plate, carrier plate, hedge trimmer support plate, guide plate, trimmer support bracket.
Fits Models:
HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56, HS 56 C
Alternate Part Numbers:
4242-716-7400, 42427167400
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 4242 716 7400 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 42427167400 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Petrol Hedgetrimmers, Hedgetrimmers |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Key Features | - Genuine Stihl part 4242 716 7400 ensures correct fit - Compatible with Stihl HS 46 and HS 56 models - Durable metal construction for long service life - Maintains alignment of hedgetrimmer components - Reduces vibration and uneven cutting issues |
| Fits Models | HS 46, HS46 C |
