STIHL HTA 50 Cordless Pole Pruner (Shell Only)

Powerful Cordless Pruning for Confident Garden Maintenance

Keeping trees healthy and well-shaped becomes much easier with the STIHL HTA 50 cordless pole pruner. Designed for domestic users, it delivers impressive cutting performance without petrol fumes or restrictive cables. It is ideal for maintaining medium-sized and larger gardens throughout the growing season. The lightweight construction reduces fatigue, making longer pruning sessions more comfortable and controlled. Its extended reach allows you to tackle higher branches while keeping your feet safely on the ground.

As part of the STIHL AK System, this pole pruner shares battery compatibility with other AK cordless tools. Existing AK System owners can simply use compatible batteries already available at home. STIHL recommends the AK 20 battery for the best balance of performance and runtime.

Optimised Cutting Performance with Precision Results

The HTA 50 is equipped with the 25 cm Rollomatic E Mini guide bar and 1/4″ P Picco Micro 3 saw chain. This combination delivers clean, accurate cuts with reduced vibration and excellent cutting efficiency. The specialised chain also provides low kickback performance, helping users work with greater confidence. Reduced vibration improves comfort while encouraging smoother, more precise pruning throughout every job.

The lightweight guide bar also helps reduce overall tool weight and operating noise. Quieter operation makes garden maintenance more pleasant for both users and nearby neighbours. Whether removing dead wood or shaping young trees, every cut feels controlled and efficient.

Designed for Comfortable and Safe Operation

The ergonomic control handle suits both left-handed and right-handed users without compromising comfort. Every control is positioned for natural operation, reducing strain during extended pruning sessions. A self-resetting locking lever helps prevent unintended starting, adding reassurance whenever transporting or handling the tool.

The integrated branch hook makes clearing small cut branches much easier after every cut. This practical feature helps pull smaller branches from the canopy without unnecessary stretching. It keeps work progressing smoothly while reducing interruptions during pruning tasks.

Convenient Maintenance and Practical Storage

Routine maintenance remains straightforward thanks to the side-mounted chain tensioning system. Chain adjustments can be completed quickly without placing hands near the sharp cutting chain. The semi-transparent oil tank allows fast visual checks of chain oil levels during operation. This helps ensure proper lubrication while reducing unnecessary interruptions.

The detachable shaft separates easily using the integrated clamp coupling for greater convenience. This makes transportation simpler while reducing storage space when the tool is not required. Cleaning also becomes easier because individual sections remain more accessible after use.

A Flexible Addition to the STIHL AK System

When paired with the recommended AK 20 battery, the HTA 50 provides up to 45 minutes of runtime. Under test conditions, this equals approximately 170 cuts in 10 x 10 timber. This dependable runtime comfortably handles regular pruning around most domestic gardens.

This version is supplied as the tool only, meaning no battery or charger is included. It is an excellent choice for customers already invested in the STIHL AK cordless range. New users can purchase the recommended battery and charger separately to suit their individual requirements. Combining excellent reach, lightweight handling and reliable cutting performance, the HTA 50 makes tree maintenance simpler, safer and more enjoyable.

STIHL warranty

The HTA 50 is covered for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase by the owner, when used for the designed purpose of that product by domestic users. Terms and conditions apply. Garden Machinery Direct will register the warranty with STIHL for you.

STIHL HTA 50 FAQs

Q. What is the difference between STIHL HTA 50 and 86?

A. Both are battery-powered pole pruners. However, the HTA 50 is from STIHL’s domestic battery system, and is lighter with a moderate reach, whereas the HSA 86 is from STIHL’s professional battery range, and is heavier, and more robust with a longer reach.

Q. What is the difference between a pole saw and a pole pruner?

A. A pole saw is used primarily for cutting larger branches with a saw blade, while a pole pruner is designed for trimming smaller branches and foliage using a cutting mechanism like a shear or a bypass blade.

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