These STIHL power tools will help you tackle the toughest garden jobs
Some gardening tasks are trickier than others, but STIHL’s impressive range of battery and electric power tools is here to give you a helping hand
Maybe you have stubborn grime between your patio paving stones, a rugged hedge top that’s just beyond your reach or a lawn edge that’s too close to the fence for the mower to get to. Every garden presents its own awkward little challenges.
That’s why STIHL designs its high-performing, battery-powered and electric powered outdoor power tools to be robust, powerful, quiet, and well-balanced for gardeners of all experience levels. And thanks to its convenient interchangeable battery system – AS System for small gardens, AK System for medium and AP System for large – you’ll be able to use the same power unit across multiple tools.
From pressure washers to hedge and grass trimmers, you’re bound to find the right tool for the right job within STIHL’s range. Discover five STIHL tools that’ll help you master the toughest challenges your garden can throw at you.
1. RE 130 Plus Electric Pressure Washer
Your patio, decking or driveway can quickly become overrun with unwelcome moss or grime. And the longer it stays there, the harder it becomes to get rid of. If that’s your situation, the STIHL RE 130 PLUS can help. The aluminium induction motor and high-pressure pump will ensure impressive cleaning results, while the extra-long spray lance allows you to reach hidden areas with ease. With the hose reel integrated into the housing and a side-mounted storage compartment for nozzles and cables, it’s easy to manoeuvre and store as well.
2. FSA 80 Grass Trimmer
This battery-powered, cordless grass trimmer makes easy work of tough terrain and tight spaces. The powerful brushless motor with two speed settings gives you ultimate control –ECO mode is ideal for the simpler tasks and will preserve battery power, while Full Speed mode will help you cut through thicker patches. The adjustable loop handle also means you can easily adapt it to your height, but even more handily, it makes mowing on slopes, around trees or on uneven terrain a cinch.
3. HSA 30 and HSA 40 Hedge Trimmers
These ultra-light, low-noise hedge trimmers are perfect for any smaller maintenance jobs around the garden, such as trimming box hedges. Powered by STIHL’s AS lithium-ion battery, its laser-cut, diamond-ground and hardened blades guarantee excellent cutting performance. The HSA 30 is fitted with a 45cm double-sided, single-edged cutting blade with a cutting capacity of 8mm, while the HSA 40’s blade is a touch longer at 50cm. You can also enjoy up to 50 minutes of trimming on a full charge with the HSA 30, while the HSA 40 is capable of up to 40 minutes.
4. KMA 80 KombiSystem
When you have a long list of garden jobs to do, there’s nothing better than having an all-rounder piece of kit to hand. This is the first battery powered KombiEngine in STIHL’s AK system of tools, and it can tackle a variety of tasks both quietly and efficiently, from pruning, trimming and mowing to clearing and cutting. And because it’s compatible with all KombiTools – except the FSB-KM – it’s easy to switch between them. Its adjustable loop handle allows you to adapt to all types of terrain for maximum comfort, while the powerful brushless motor will have the measure of any garden job.
5. MSA 60 and MSA 70 Cordless Chainsaws
If you’re particularly conscious of noise, these quiet chainsaws are the perfect option for cutting firewood and general garden maintenance. The soft handle makes for comfortable cutting, while the chain is easy to re-tension thanks to STIHL’s quick chain tensioning system. You’ll always know when you need to top up the chain oil, too, as the tank has a transparent inspection window. Think you need a bit of extra power? Then the MSA 70 is the model for you – it benefits from 25% improved cutting performance compared to the MSA 60.