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One of the largest, dedicated garden and groundcare machinery dealers in the UK - and still a family run business since 1979!
The Stihl AP System - Cordless Tools for Large Gardens and Professional Applications

The Stihl AP System - Cordless Tools for Large Gardens and Professional Applications

The STIHL AP System offers robust battery-powered tools designed for extended use, exceptional handling, and enhanced comfort. With a versatile range of products, this system features interchangeable batteries, making it ideal for both professional users and those maintaining large gardens. Professionals benefit from a 2-year warranty on AP System tools, provided the products are registered and serviced annually.


Powered by STIHL AP batteries or AR L backpack batteries, these tools deliver reliable performance. Backpack batteries, tailored for professional use, offer the longest run times. Both battery types are compatible with AL 301 or AL 500 fast chargers. Tools in the AP System are equipped either with a direct battery slot or a connection socket for a cable linking to a battery belt or backpack battery.


AP System tools are sold separately from batteries and chargers, allowing users to customize their setup. Each tool has a recommended battery and charger for optimal balance, though higher-capacity batteries can be used for extended operation.


STIHL continually advances its battery technology, introducing innovative tools and smarter batteries. Those investing in this system can trust its durability and reliability for years. For tailored advice, consult a STIHL Approved Dealer to find the right solution for your needs.

 

Battery Working Times

Battery Power

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L
Battery Power ¹ (Wh) 187 281 337 1015 1520

 

Battery Charging Times

Capacity: 80%/100% (min)

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
AL 101 150/200 230/300 280/355 - -
AL 301 40/55 55/80 70/90 220/290 330/430
AL 301-4 40/55 55/80 70/90 220/290 330/430
AL 501 30/45 30/45 40/55 120/160 180/230

 

Working Time Per Battery Charge² (up to...min)

Chainsaws 

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
MSA 160 C-B 42 62 74 195 300
MSA 200 C-B 42 50 60 175 260
MSA 220 C-B 32 37 44 220 310
MSA 300 - - 20 - 44 - -

 

Top Handle Chainsaws 

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
MSA 161 T 42 62 74 195 300
MSA 190 T 48 75 90 - -
MSA 220 T/ MSA 220 TC-O 16 29 34 109 174

 

Pole Pruners

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
HTA 66 42 68 82 210 300
HTA 86 42 68 82 210 300
HTA 135 36 70 80 160 240
HTA 150 52 100 113 374 559
HTA 160 36 70 80 262 393

     

Grass Trimmer

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
FSA 86 R (with line mowing head/with PolyCut) 35/60 52/85 62/102 185/300 280/450


Brushcutters

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
FSA 110 R (with line mowing head) 60-30 100-50 120-60 380-190 540-270
FSA 120 (with grass cutting blade) 60-40 110-60 130-70 380-180 460-260
FSA 120 R (with line mowing head) 30-20 50-30 60-35 200-120 300-170
FSA 135 (with grass cutting blade) 50-30 100-50 120-60 310-160 430-240
FSA 135 R (with nylon mowing head) 28-17 45-25 54-30 160-90 220-130
FSA 200 (with grass-cutting blade) 32-16 60-30 70-35 210-105 315-150
FSA 200 R (with line mowing head) 20-10 32-16 40-20 120-60 180-90
FSA 400 (with line mowing head) - 20-12 25-15 - -
FSA 400 (with PolyCut head) - 29-16 40-20 - -
FSA 400 (with grass-cutting blade) - 40-20 50-25 - -

 

Reciprocating Brushcutter

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
RGA 140 50-30 100-50 120-60 310-160 430-240

    

Hedge Trimmers

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
HSA 100 150 225 270 1135 1700
HSA 130 R/ HSA 130 T 108-84 167-130 200-155 690-565 985-800
HSA 140 R 150-100 245-175
290-210 880-630 1320-945
HSA 140 T 140-90 235-150
280-180 850-545 1270-815
HSA 150 R 150-100 245-175
290-210 880-630 1320-945
HSA 150 T 140-90 235-150
280-180 850-545 1270-815

 

Long-Reach Hedge Trimmers

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
HLA 66 144 223 268 715 1040
HLA 86 144 223 268 715 1040
HLA 135 64 95 114 345 520

    

KombiEngines

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
KMA 120 R (with FS-KM, grass-cutting blade)³ 60-35 100-55 120-60 360-180 490-260
KMA 135 R (with FS-KM, grass-cutting blade)³ 50-30 100-50 120-60 310-160 430-240
KMA 200 R (with FS-KM, grass-cutting blade)³ 32-16 47-23
56-28 168-84 252-126

 

Cut-Off Machine

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
TSA 230 14 22 26 - -
TSA 230.1 18 20 24 80 125
TSA 300 9 16 20 - -

 

Sweeper 

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
KGA 770 168 260 312 - -

 

Sprayer

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
SGA 85 1000 - - - -

 

Pressure Washer

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
REA 100 30-12 45-14 50-17 - -

    

Blowers

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
BGA 86 105-18 150-26 175-31 565-90 840-140
BGA 100 66-12 103-20 123-24 375-75 555-105
BGA 160 75-10 110-15 130-17 415-53 625-80
BGA 200 49-7 95-14 114-17 315-53 500-85
BGA 250 27-13 40-12 48-14 145-44 218-65

 

Backpack Blowers

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
BGA 300 16-13 25-10 29-12 97-48 140-61

 

Vacuum Shredder

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
SHA 140 39-25 60-38 71-44 - -

 

Vacuum

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
SEA 100 29-17 44-26 53-32 - -

 

    

Range Per Battery Charge² (up to...m²)

Lawn Mowers

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
RMA 453.3 PV 300 450 540 - -
RMA 765 V - 400 480 2050 3100


New 7 series lawn mowers are part of the double AP platform. Working times are for 2x batteries

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
RMA 750 V - 640 765 - -
RMA 756 V - 630 750 - -
RMA 7 RV - 760 910 - -

 

Mulching Lawn Mower

AP 200 AP 300 S AP 500 S AR 2000 L AR 3000 L 
RMA 2 RV 420 630 760 - -

 

Key

Recommended Battery

Reduced Tool Performance

Not Recommended

A dash "-" indicates the maximum working time on the minimum power setting compared to the maximum

¹ Power capacity according to the specifications of the cell manufacturer

² The battery working times and area specifications for each battery charge are estimates and may vary depending on how the tool is used and what is being cut

³ Working times when used with other KombiTools are available at stihl.co.uk

⁴ Level 1 - Level 3/4

⁵ The working time per battery charge varies depending on the operating mode selected

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