Rechargeable Lithium Battery
40V - 350 W
45 cm
The Stihl HLA 56 elongated battery hedge trimmer is the ideal solution for maintaining tall hedges, shrubs, and ground cover in home gardens or in noise-sensitive environments. Equipped with the advanced STIHL AK battery system, this telescopic battery hedge trimmer ensures high performance and excellent freedom of movement without the hassle of electric cables or the emissions of combustion engines.


Thanks to the ergonomically optimized handle and intuitive controls, the machine ensures a firm and safe grip during every work phase. The standout feature is the tool-free divisible shaft, which allows the device's footprint to be halved for easier transport and space-saving storage.
Battery and Charger INCLUDED.


The ready-to-use STIHL GTA 40 pruning kit includes:


This professional battery hedge trimmer is powered by the AK battery system with a nominal voltage of 36 V and a maximum voltage of 40 V. The electric motor develops an absorbed power of 0.35 kW (output power 0.21 kW). The transmission efficiently transfers energy to the cutting system, ensuring a stroke rate of 2800 RPM.


The device offers a cutting length of 45 cm with a tooth spacing of 30 mm, allowing for easy cutting of medium-thickness branches. The AK 20 battery provides a maximum operating time of up to 100 minutes. The divisible shaft allows the total length to be reduced from 210 cm to 115 cm for easy storage, even on a wall mount. Sound power level of 88 dB(A).

The constant power technology integrated into the intelligent STIHL electronics prevents performance degradation during use as the battery charge decreases. The motor continues to operate at full speed for the entire duration of the charge, providing a clean and precise cut from the first to the last minute of work.
The loop handle supports maneuverability and offers greater freedom of movement in tight spaces, such as when trimming between bushes, dense hedges, or near park benches. The balanced position of the handle allows the elongated hedge trimmer to be guided simply and precisely around any obstacle.
The single-sided sharpened droplet blades firmly hold branches in the cutting area for high operational efficiency. Using the practical tool-free switch for adjusting the cutting angle, you can set the inclination of the cutting unit from -45° to +90°, facilitating overhead and side cuts on tall hedges or ground-level work with the screwed-on guide protection.


The divisible shaft allows the device to be quickly disassembled without tools, reducing the overall length from 210 cm to 115 cm. This feature facilitates transport in a car trunk and allows for tidy, space-saving storage.
Intuitive controls make starting the machine immediate: simply release the safety lever and engage the throttle lever. The presence of the ERGO lever allows for continuous operation without needing to restart the device, while the self-resetting lock lever prevents accidental starts. The ergonomic design makes the tool suitable for both right-handed and left-handed users.


| Recommended Battery | AK 20 |
| Battery | INCLUDED |
| Battery Compatibility | AK Line |
| Motor Power | 0.35 kW |
| Max Voltage | 40 V |
| Charging Mode | Charger |
| Charger | INCLUDED |
| LED Display | NO |
| Blade Length | 45 cm |
| Tooth Spacing | 30 mm |
| Stroke Rate | 2800 RPM |
| Max Battery Life AK 20 | 100 min |
| Shaft Length | 210 cm |
| Noise Level | 88 dB (A) |
| Weight | 3.8 kg (without battery) |
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All products sold by Indors are covered by the European legal warranty for lack of conformity pursuant to Articles 128 et seq. of Legislative Decree No. 206/2005. The warranty is valid starting from the date of purchase. Professional users are entitled to a 12-month warranty.
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