The -45° to +70° articulating head can be adjusted to seven different positions.
$299.99
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- For tall hedges and ground cover in your garden at home
- Tool only without battery and charger
- Lightweight battery long-reach hedge trimmer with exceptionally long reach
- Easy to handle and simple to use
- Excellent cutting performance
Technical details
| Rated voltage | 36 V |
| Max. voltage | 40 V |
| Power consumption | 0.35 kW |
| Power | 0.21 kW 1) |
| Recommended battery | AK 20 |
Features
The pictures shown are sample photos. The actual appearance of the equipment features and their specific attachment to the product may differ from the pictorial representations, but will have the same functionality.
The blade cover helps protect the cutting blade during storage and transport.
The dual-ground blade system provides a clean cut and is ideal for cutting through stronger, thicker branches.
The ergonomic loop handle is ideal for making cuts in any direction.
The housing has smooth surfaces and round contours that help to keep it from getting caught on branches during use. The design also makes cleaning easy.
Housings are lightweight, withstand greater impact, and are corrosion-resistant.
Each blade is laser cut and ground using diamond discs. The hardened cutting edges are highly resilient and remain sharp for a longer period of time.
This product is lightweight for easy portability, great maneuverability, and extended use.
The STIHL Inc. “Caring for Nature” seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines “low exhaust emissions” as being cleaner than EPA and/or CARB exhaust emission standards.
This safety feature must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.
The tip protector makes cutting near the ground or along walls easier while protecting the trimmer’s cutters from damage.
This unique shaft design provides easy storage and transport.
The built-in hanging slot allows for easy storage when not in use.
Tackle tall hedges and shrubs like a pro with this extended-reach hedge trimmer with articulating 135° cutting blade.
The STIHL HLA 56 is the first extended-reach hedge trimmer within the AK System. Powered by the same 36-volt lithium-ion battery as other products within the AK System, this hedge trimmer provides homeowners with more versatility by combining the benefits of a battery-powered product with the ability to accomplish difficult trimming tasks. A high cutting speed of 2,800 strokes per minute allows for clean and efficient cutting, even when dealing with larger branches. At 11.1 pounds (with AK 20 battery) and with an articulating cutting blade offering a 135-degree range, the HLA 56 leverages optimal cutting performance with the lightweight portability needed to get the job done.
Note: Batteries and chargers can be purchased separately or as a combined set with tool.
Hazard Warnings
Proposition 65 - English
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
General Power ToolImproper use of any power tool may cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow carefully the operating and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products. STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL Dealers are for distribution in the United States only. Improper use of any power tool may cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow carefully the operating and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products. STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL Dealers are for distribution in the United States only.
