STIHL CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER SET AK20/101

Stihl HLA 56 SET Hedge Trimmer Specs

Model Information

• Model: HLA 56 SET
• Manufacturer: STIHL
• Type: Battery-Powered Extended-Reach Hedge Trimmer
• Configuration: Extended Reach Hedge Trimmer with AK 20 Battery and AL 101 Charger
• Battery System: STIHL AK System
• Designed for homeowners and residential landscape maintenance
• Ideal for trimming tall hedges, shrubs, and ground cover plants

Battery & Charger Included

• Includes STIHL AK 20 Lithium-Ion Battery
• Includes STIHL AL 101 Standard Charger
• 36V Battery Platform
• Compatible with all STIHL AK System batteries
• Interchangeable battery with other STIHL AK System tools

Motor

• Motor Type: Brushless Electric Motor
• Power Consumption: 0.35 kW
• Power Output: 0.21 kW
• Quiet, low-maintenance operation
• Zero direct exhaust emissions

Cutting System

• Blade Length: 18 in (45.7 cm)
• Double-Sided Blades
• Laser-Cut, Precision-Ground Blades
• Tooth Spacing: 30 mm
• Excellent cutting performance on hedges and shrubs

Reach & Cutting Head

• Overall Length: 82.7 in (210 cm)
• Articulating Cutter Head
• 135° Blade Adjustment Range
• Seven Locking Positions
• Adjustable from approximately -45° to +90°
• Ideal for trimming hedge tops and sides without ladders

Performance

• Stroke Rate: 2,800 Strokes Per Minute
• High cutting speed for clean, efficient cuts
• Suitable for larger branches and dense hedge growth
• Lightweight design improves control and maneuverability

Runtime (Approximate)

• AK 10 Battery: Up to 40 Minutes
• AK 20 Battery: Up to 80 Minutes
• AK 30 Battery: Up to 120 Minutes
• Runtime varies based on material and operating conditions

Weight & Dimensions

• Weight Without Battery: 8.4 lb (3.8 kg)
• Weight With AK 20 Battery: 11.1 lb (5.0 kg)
• Lightweight extended-reach design
• Well-balanced for homeowner use

Operator Features

• Ergonomic Loop Handle
• Multi-Function Control Handle
• Excellent maneuverability around landscaping
• Two-Piece Shaft Design
• Shaft separates for easier transport and storage

Construction

• Durable Polymer Housing
• Weather-Resistant Components
• Blade Scabbard Included
• Built-in Hanging Slot for Storage
• Low-maintenance battery-powered design

Noise & Emissions

• Quiet battery-powered operation
• Zero direct exhaust emissions
• Suitable for residential neighborhoods
• Ideal for noise-sensitive areas

Applications

• Tall hedge trimming
• Shrub maintenance
• Ornamental landscaping
• Property maintenance
• Ground cover trimming
• Residential lawn and garden care

Key Features

• AK 20 battery included
• AL 101 charger included
• 18 in double-sided blade
• 135° articulating cutter head
• 82.7 in overall length
• Up to 80-minute runtime with AK 20 battery
• 2,800 strokes per minute
• Split shaft for storage and transport
• Ergonomic loop handle
• Approx. 11.1 lb operating weight

Quick Takeaway

The Stihl HLA 56 SET is a lightweight extended-reach hedge trimmer package that includes an AK 20 battery and AL 101 charger. With an 18-inch double-sided blade, 135° articulating cutting head, up to 80 minutes of runtime, and a two-piece shaft for easy storage, it is an excellent choice for homeowners maintaining tall hedges, shrubs, and hard-to-reach landscaping.