The -45° to +70° articulating head can be adjusted to seven different positions.
HLA 56 Battery Powered extended-reach Hedge Trimmer
The STIHL HLA 56 extended-reach hedge trimmer gives homeowners the reach and battery-powered performance to take on more challenging hedge maintenance. As the first extended-reach hedge trimmer in the STIHL AK System, it runs on the same 36-volt lithium-ion battery as other tools in the system. A cutting speed of 2,800 strokes per minute delivers clean, efficient cutting, even through larger branches, while the double-sided cutting blade cuts in both directions to help keep the work moving.
At 11.1 pounds with the AK 20 battery, the HLA 56 combines lightweight portability with comfortable control. The articulating head adjusts to seven positions from -45° to +70°, giving you the flexibility to match the cutting angle to the task, while the ergonomic loop handle makes it easy to guide cuts in any direction. A blade cover helps protect the cutting blade during storage and transport, rounding out a thoughtfully designed tool for keeping hard-to-reach growth well maintained.
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HLA 56 Battery Powered extended-reach Hedge Trimmer
The STIHL HLA 56 extended-reach hedge trimmer gives homeowners the reach and battery-powered performance to take on more challenging hedge maintenance. As the first extended-reach hedge trimmer in the STIHL AK System, it runs on the same 36-volt lithium-ion battery as other tools in the system. A cutting speed of 2,800 strokes per minute delivers clean, efficient cutting, even through larger branches, while the double-sided cutting blade cuts in both directions to help keep the work moving.
At 11.1 pounds with the AK 20 battery, the HLA 56 combines lightweight portability with comfortable control. The articulating head adjusts to seven positions from -45° to +70°, giving you the flexibility to match the cutting angle to the task, while the ergonomic loop handle makes it easy to guide cuts in any direction. A blade cover helps protect the cutting blade during storage and transport, rounding out a thoughtfully designed tool for keeping hard-to-reach growth well maintained.
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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.
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.