The 2022 STIHL product catalogue is out now and as usual it’s packed full of new and exciting products designed to make your life easier, whether you are using them at work or in your own garden. Launching throughout the year, we have some of our most innovative new STIHL tools ready to share with you now.
The STIHL MSA 300 battery-powered chainsaw and AP 500 S battery
The STIHL MSA 300 battery-powered chainsaw is our most powerful professional cordless chainsaw. Part of the STIHL AP System of battery tools, it has three power levels which let you adjust the chain speed of the chainsaw between 20, 24 or 30 m/s. So you can use it in the right way for whatever task you are doing, whether it’s felling, pruning or cutting to length, all whilst maximising the battery life. It also features an anti-vibration system and like all of our battery tools, it’s quieter than the petrol equivalent and easy to use. The LED display on the chainsaw makes it easy to monitor oil levels, check the status of the chain brake and the temperature of the cordless chainsaw too.
It’s designed to be used with our new STIHL AP 500 S battery for maximum power. It isn’t just about the power with the AP 500 S though. It features power laminate technology which gives it double the number of charging cycles (when compared to a typical AP System battery with cylindrical cells) before you start to see any degradation in the capacity of the battery.
Available from April 2022
STIHL ADVANCE ProCOM smart communication system
Another exciting new innovation for forestry and arb teams is our STIHL ADVANCE ProCOM system, which connects up to 16 headsets in a communication network. Each headset can be up to 600 m away from the next one and this will still enable all users to communicate with each other. They are packed full of features too, including radio and Bluetooth functionality and ambient mode, which means you can hear noises in your environment through the microphone as if you aren’t wearing ear defenders. If a noise in your environment reaches a certain level, the ambient mode automatically turns off so your ears are fully protected at all times.
These are available as standard ear protectors, as well as an ear defender set that can be fitted to the ADVANCE X-CLIMB or FUNCTION Universal helmet.
Available from March 2022
STIHL MSA 220 T arborist chainsaw
We’ve got another great new tool for arborists as well in 2022, with our newest battery-powered top-handle chainsaw. The STIHL MSA 220 T has the equivalent cutting performance of the MS 201 TC-M petrol chainsaw, but with all the benefits of battery power. It’s quieter and easy to use with an LED display that lets you know at a glance whether the chain brake is on or off.
It’s also available as the MSA 220 T-CO, a version that has an oil sensor display which quickly lets you know if the chain oil needs to be topped up. Both versions come with a 3/8” P PS3 saw chain for excellent cutting performance.
Available from May 2022
STIHL SEA 20 hand-held vacuum
We haven’t just been developing our professional tools though. Our advances in battery technology have helped us introduce new tools in all of our battery ranges. The STIHL SEA 20 is the newest addition to our STIHL AS System, where it’s joining the HSA 26 shrub shears and the GTA 26 cordless garden pruner as a handy addition to your kit at home. It’s perfect for a quick clean-up in the car, garage or workshop and has a selection of nozzles to suit the job you are doing. It also has a cruise control function so it’s comfortable to use, and a drawstring bag to store it in.
Available from September 2022 (subject to change)
STIHL SHA 56 battery-powered vacuum shredder
At STIHL, we have been receiving requests for a battery-powered leaf vacuum for some time. We listened to your requests and are pleased to announce the STIHL SHA 56 cordless vacuum shredder. It’s the newest tool in our AK System and it’s worth the wait. It can be used as a standard blower that can blow up to 700 m2 of leaves on a single charge of the recommended STIHL AK 20 battery. Or you can easily switch it to a vacuum shredder without tools, so you can collect and shred up to 90 m2 of leaves or small cuttings into the collection bag, making it much easier to dispose of in the garden waste bin, or add it to your compost heap. As part of the AK System of battery tools, the batteries are also interchangeable with the other AK System tools in the range such as cordless grass trimmers, chainsaws, lawn mowers and hedge trimmers.
Available from September 2022 (subject to change)
STIHL HTA 50 cordless pole pruner
Another new addition to the AK System of battery powered tools for 2022 is the STIHL HTA 50 pole pruner. This is ideal for tree maintenance work in larger gardens and delivers impressive cutting performance thanks to its ¼” P PM3 saw chain. It has a total length of 280 cm, but you can also buy a 50 cm shaft extension if you need that extra reach.
With a working time of up to 45 minutes using the recommended AK 20 battery, it’s the perfect tool for pruning trees in no time.
Available from June 2022
With all of these new tools, we’ve got you covered whether you’re working in the forest or cleaning up at home. But that’s not all the new products we’re introducing this year. We’ve also got new service kits to help you keep on top of maintenance, upgrades to many of our most popular products including petrol lawn mowers and pressure washers, and brand new adult and children’s merchandise.
You can find all of these new STIHL products and more on the STIHL App or in the latest STIHL catalogue, and if you want a paper version of the catalogue to pore over, just pop into your nearest STIHL Approved Dealer.
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No rear roller battery lawn mower yet?
What a shame ,
Theres a massive market out here for one from stihl.
Hi, thanks for your comment. I have passed your feedback on to our product team here. We know that rear roller mowers are in high demand here in Great Britain, but they just aren’t as popular in Europe where our lawn mowers are made. However, we are constantly working on new developments and we do share feedback with the product development team on a regular basis. Thanks, STIHL GB
Will my very reliable AP180 battery fit in the new SHA 56 vacuum shredder?
Hi, thanks for getting in touch. I’m afraid it won’t fit the SHA 56, as the SHA 56 is part of our AK battery system of tools. The AP 180 works with all of the AP System tools, which does have over 30 different tools, but unfortunately, the range doesn’t include a vacuum shredder. You can find out more about the different battery systems here: https://blog.stihl.co.uk/best-stihl-battery-range-for-you/
Thanks, STIHL GB
Hi Stihl
When will SHA 56 be available in the UK
Hi, thanks for your comment, the SHA 56 is currently due to launch in autumn 2022. Thanks, STIHL GB
I am finding it difficult to purchase an MSA 220 cordless chain saw. I also want to purchase either AP battery based long reach hedge trimmer and a strimmer or would consider a Kombi based solution but want to use the same AP batteries across all three tools.
Chain Saw requires AP300s batteries – these as well the saw unit seem impossible to buy. Have been told by a Stihl Dealer I need to wait for MSA 300 saw and AP500s batteries is this the case.
Hi Kevin, thank you for your comment, we’re sorry that you are finding it hard to find the product you want. We have been experiencing unprecedented global demand for STIHL products and combined with a global shortage of some key components, that is making it difficult for us to get the stock we need. However, we have delivered more products to our British dealer network than ever before in the last year. We are receiving stock into our warehouse daily and the team are working extremely hard to get products out to our STIHL approved dealers as quickly as possible. It’s worth keeping in regular contact with your dealer as we are giving them as much information as possible, although the information we are receiving about deliveries is changing on a daily basis too. If you are unable to get the information you need, you can also speak to our Customer Services team, who will be able to give you an estimated due date. You can contact them by email at enquiries@stihl.co.uk. Thanks, STIHL GB
Hi – I read that a Stihl roadshow is touring the country this Spring to showcase some of the new battery tools, and I was thinking of toodling along to the Devon event.
My questions were, will they have the new MSA 300 chainsaw, and will we be able to have a go with it?
It looks a beast, and if, as stated, it is equal to a 50cc saw, then it is a game changer.
Linked to that question, if the answer is that it will be there to have a go on, then I assume they would require us to have chainsaw PPE.
All the best, and well done with this saw.
John
Hi John, yes, they will have the MSA 300 there. You may be able to have a go with it, but we can’t guarantee that as it does depend on time. If you let the organisers know when you get there that you want to have a go, they may be able to make arrangements for you to try it at the end. But yes, you will need full chainsaw PPE in order to use it. If you would like to attend the roadshow, please don’t forget to register as an attendee so we can share all the information with you. Thanks, STIHL GB
I see there is a bga 300 backpack in the works, I hope you are. It forgetting about us ak users and give us a proper backpack blower that holds multiple ak batteries.
Hi, thanks for your comment. As the AK System is a range of tools designed for domestic users, we aren’t specifically working on a backpack blower for that range right now. Thanks, STIHL GB
Any chance I can get a paper brochure sent to my home address? The dealers can’t be bothered to send me one!
You’re missing out on sales.
Hi, thanks for your comment. Please could you drop a message to our Customer Support team at enquiries@stihl.co.uk and let them know which dealer isn’t able to provide you with one? Thanks, STIHL GB
When will there be a scarifier in the AP range? It’s an obvious gap in the range and I’m holding off buying a competitor brand to add to my Stihl AP range.
Hi, I’m afraid there’s no immediate plan for an AP System scarifier yet, but I have passed your feedback on to the product team, who are always looking at adding new products to the battery ranges. Thanks, STIHL GB
Hi, would Stihl consider releasing a “short- reach” version of the HL-KM 145° KombiTool (Adjustable long-reach hedge trimmer).?Something similar to another brands (which starts with an H and ends in varna) HA200 combi hedge trimmer attachment. Perhaps even a short 15cm – 20cm drive shaft that could users could retrofit to the HL-KM 145° KombiTool…
Hi, thank you for your comment. It’s not something that is currently in the pipeline, but I have passed your feedback on to our product team for them to consider. Thanks, STIHL GB
When will the new 220 T be available in New Zealand?
Hi, thanks for your comment. I’m afraid we don’t have details of launch dates in New Zealand here in GB. The best way to find out is to get in touch with STIHL New Zealand and they should be able to help. You can contact them via the New Zealand website here: https://www.stihl.co.nz/send-e-mail.aspx
Thanks, STIHL GB
It would be great if stihl could make a cordless hover mower with collecting bag or/and mulching kit, wheels kit, and compatible with AP battery system as many lawns are unevenly shaped just like mine. Is it by any chance a product that stihl is thinking of developing?
Thanks
Hi, thanks for your comment, but I’m afraid that’s not a product we’re looking to develop right now. A rear roller mower such as the RM 545 VR can help with uneven lawns and borders as the back wheels don’t drop quite as much as with a 4-wheel mower. Thanks, STIHL GB
I purchased a stihl 661 on the 6th Jan, I was told it would be with me early feb, end of feb I was told March end of March I was told end of may?!? Will I receive my new saw before I retire?
Best regards
Jo
Hi, thanks for your comment, and we’re sorry about the delay in receiving your chainsaw. We have been experiencing unprecedented global demand for STIHL products – we have delivered more products to our British dealer network than ever before this year but we appreciate that people are still waiting for products that they have ordered. We are receiving stock into our warehouse daily and the team are working extremely hard to get products out to our STIHL approved dealers as quickly as possible. Please can I ask you to drop an email to our Customer Support team and let them know which STIHL dealer you placed the order through. They should be able to give you some information about when the saw will be arriving. Thanks, STIHL GB
I’m looking forward to the new STIHL sea 20 hand held vacuum. This will be perfect in my garage. For small job clean up. ??
Hi there I’m just wondering if you guys are going to do a battery operated secateurs
Hi, thanks for your comment. We don’t have any immediate plans to launch battery-operated secateurs right now, but we are always working on new products, especially for our cordless ranges, so I’ll pass your feedback on to our product team. Thanks, STIHL GB
Hi.
Please make battery powered mower with 3 wheels. Its nag to mow with 4 wheels when your are not collecting.
Hi, thanks for the feedback – we don’t currently have a plan for a three wheel cordless mower but will pass it onto our product team. Thanks, STIHL GB
Are there plans to produce a blower-vac for the AP battery range? I want to stay with AP paradigm. Thanks.
Hi, Thank you for your comment. We don’t have any confirmed launch dates right now, but we do agree it would be a very welcome addition to our range.
Thanks,
STIHL GB.
Hi just wandering when the new msa 220 will be available to purchase in uk ?
Hi, thanks for your comment. We launched the MSA 220 chainsaw in Great Britain last year with the first deliveries being sent out to STIHL dealers in September. There was a limited amount of stock, but if you speak to your STIHL Approved Dealer they will be able to tell you if they have any on order or not. You can find your nearest dealer here: https://shop.stihl.co.uk/pages/dealer-locator
Thanks, STIHL GB
Long reach tools should have a camera so you don’t have to look up at the sun and have less chance of debris falling in your eyes as you look down at your phone screen which is connected to a phone holder on the tool displaying the view from the blade without getting a crick in your neck.
Hi, thanks for the suggestion, we’ll pass it on to our product team. Thanks, STIHLGB.