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HLA 56 with AK 20 and AL 101

HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer in a set with AK 20 battery and AL 101 standard charger: For cutting taller hedges

General

If you do not yet have a battery and suitable charger from the STIHL AK-System, you can purchase this set, consisting of the STIHL HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer, a STIHL AK 20 lithium-ion battery and a STIHL AL 101 standard charger. Then you can get started right away on cutting and trimming in your garden. The lightweight STIHL HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer is ideal for cutting taller hedges, as well as shrubs and ground cover in your own garden and other noise-sensitive environments.

You’ll always have all the controls at your fingertips thanks to the ergonomically optimised control handle. The loop handle helps you manoeuvre the STIHL HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer in a set with an AK 20 battery and AL 101 standard charger, even in confined spaces. The single-sided blades are teardrop-shaped to better hold the branches on the cutting blade, resulting in high cutting performance. Tool-free blade angle adjustment lets you turn the angle of the blades through 135° – from -45° to +90° – and easily adjust them for cuts overhead and to the side. The screw-on tip protector protects the cutting attachment in work close to the ground. Our video shows you how to effortlessly cut back tall hedges and ground cover with the HLA 56.

Thanks to the detachable shaft, you can shorten the overall length from 210 cm to 115 cm, making the long-reach hedge trimmer easy to transport and compact to store on a wall bracket.

The HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer has a bar length of 45 cm.

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Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Technical specifications

HLA 56

Technical specifications

Technical specifications Value
Sound pressure level 1) 77 dB(A)
Weight 2) 3,8 kg
Max. cutting thickness 16 mm
Cutting length 45 cm
Rated voltage 36 V
Sound pressure level 3) 77 dB(A)
Sound power level 3) 88 dB(A)
Vibration level left/right 4) 1,5/1,5 m/s²
Tooth spacing 30 mm

1) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 (dB (A))
2) With blade, with handle, without protection, without battery
3) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2.5 dB (A)
4) K-factor according to DIR 2006/42/EC = 2m / s ²

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Features

HLA 56

Standard equipment

  • TOOL-FREE BLADE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Zoom
    TOOL-FREE BLADE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

    FOR CUTTING TO SUIT YOUR WORK POSITION. The cutter bar with tool-free adjustment enables you to very effectively cut the sides and tops of hedges. It also means that you can work close to the ground efficiently. You can adjust the angle of the cutter bar to several positions to suit your current working position with just two simple movements.

  • INTUITIVE OPERATION Zoom
    INTUITIVE OPERATION

    EASY STARTING. To start the power tool, all you need to do is release the lock using the locking switch. The power tool can then be started using the trigger. The additional ERGO lever enables continuous work without having to restart. The self-resetting locking switch prevents accidental activation of the power tool. Operation is suitable for both left-handed and right-handed users.

  • DETACHABLE SHAFT Zoom
    DETACHABLE SHAFT

    FOR COMFORTABLE TRANSPORT AND STORAGE. Thanks to the detachable shaft, you can quickly dismantle your power tool for easier transport, and also store it in a space-saving manner. You do not need any tools to disassemble the shaft.

  • WALL HOLDER Zoom
    WALL HOLDER

    PRACTICAL STORAGE. With the standard wall holder, you can suspend the individual shaft components of your long-reach hedge trimmer conveniently and easily so that they are ready to hand the next time you use them.

  • High cutting performance Zoom
    High cutting performance

    The cutting teeth are droplet shaped with a large tooth spacing and integrated cut protection to ensure high cutting performance.

  • Loop handle Zoom
    Loop handle

    The comfortable all-round handle ensures great freedom of movement and easy handling, even in more confined spaces.

  • Tip protection Zoom
    Tip protection

    The tip protector allows you to cut closer to the ground or along walls and helps protect the blades from damage.

Retrofitted equipment

  • Extension shaft Zoom
    Extension shaft

    To extend the length of the HLA 56 by an extra 50cm for those taller hedges, there is an optional extension shaft available to order.

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Accessories

HLA 56

Accessories

    • Cover for the AK System battery slot Zoom
      Cover for the AK System battery slot

      To cover the battery slot on the STIHL AK System power tools (apart from RMA 235, RMA 339 / 339 C and RLA 240). Protects against dust and dirt during longer periods of storage.

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    • AL 101 charger Zoom
      AL 101 charger

      230 V. Compatible with STIHL AK and AP batteries. With charge-level indicator (LED). Cable tie with Velcro tape. Wall-mounting possible.

    Technical specifications Value
    Charging current 1,6 A
    Charging time AK 10 1) 95 min
    Charging time AK 20 1) 180 min
    Weight 0,7 kg
    Power consumption 0,08 kW

    1) Up to 100 % capacity

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    • HLA shaft extension Zoom
      HLA shaft extension

      Made of aluminium. Simple 50 cm shaft extension for the HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer. Weight: 500 g.

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    • Battery bag Zoom
      Battery bag

      Easy-to-carry, lightweight, hard-wearing bag for clean storage of STIHL cordless tools accessories, e.g. for a battery with a charger.

    Versions

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Battery

HLA 56

Battery

    • AK 20 Zoom
      AK 20

      Compact lithium-ion battery for the STIHL AK-System with a voltage of 36 V and a capacity of 144 Wh. Battery life depends on the device type. With charge level indicator (LED). Compatible with AL 101, AL 100, AL 300 and AL 500 chargers.

    Technical specifications Value
    Battery weight 1,2 kg
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology Lithium-Ionen AK-System
    Battery energy content 1) 144 W·h

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life

    Versions

    • AK 10 Zoom
      AK 10

      Compact lithium-ion battery for the for the STIHL AK-System with a voltage of 36 V and a capacity of 72 Wh. Battery life depends on the device type. With charge level indicator (LED). Compatible with AL 101, AL 100, AL 300 and AL 500 chargers.

    Technical specifications Value
    Battery weight 0,8 kg
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology Lithium-Ionen AK-System
    Battery energy content 1) 72 W·h

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life

    Versions

    • AK 30 Zoom
      AK 30

      Compact lithium-ion battery  for the STIHL AK-System with a voltage of 36 V and a capacity of 180 Wh. Battery life depends on the device type. With charge level indicator (LED). Compatible with AL 101, AL 100, AL 300 and AL 500 chargers.

    Technical specifications Value
    Battery weight 1,3 kg
    Rated voltage 36 V
    Battery cell technology Lithium-Ionen AK-System
    Battery energy content 1) 180 W·h
    Battery life MSA 140 C-BQ 2) 45 min

    1) Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer. The actual power capacity available during operation is lower, to increase service life
    2) Battery life times depend on the conditions of use and may vary

    Versions

Deviations from the product range and information provided here are possible, depending on the country. STIHL reserves the right to make changes to technical specifications and equipment.

Documents

Owners manuals and safety brochures

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