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What Is the STIHL AP Battery System?
The AP System is STIHL’s professional-grade cordless tool range. Unlike entry-level garden battery tools, the AP lineup uses high-capacity, removable 36V batteries engineered for day-long use. Tools across the range share the same battery platform, reducing downtime and simplifying fleet management for commercial users.
Who Should Use the AP System?
This system is aimed at contractors, councils, and landscape professionals who need consistent power, quiet operation, and freedom from petrol. It's ideal for use in public spaces, schools, hospitals, or residential areas where noise and emissions matter. For domestic users with medium gardens or lighter needs, the STIHL AK System is a better fit.
Core Benefits
AP tools deliver constant power throughout the discharge cycle — meaning no slow fade as the battery runs down. They're also IPX4-rated for splash protection, making them suitable for year-round work. With no fuel, fumes, or engine maintenance, the AP System offers a cleaner, quieter way to work without compromising on output.
Battery Options and Performance
The AP System includes several battery sizes to match different workloads and tools. Each battery is interchangeable across the AP range, meaning one charge source can power everything from a hedge trimmer to a cut-off saw.
| Battery Model | Energy (Wh) | Weight | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP 20 | 144 Wh | 1.3 kg | Entry-level tasks, lightweight tools |
| AP 30 | 270 Wh | 1.8 kg | Extended runtime for mid-range tasks |
| AP 200 | 187 Wh | 1.3 kg | Light commercial tasks, short runtime tools |
| AP 300 | 227 Wh | 1.7 kg | General daily use across most AP tools |
| AP 300 S | 281 Wh | 1.8 kg | Higher demand tools like chainsaws or blowers |
| AP 500 S | 337 Wh | 2.0 kg | Maximum runtime and torque; long shifts |
Compatible Tools in the AP System
The STIHL AP range includes over 30 cordless tools designed for professional use. This includes high-performance chainsaws like the MSA 220 C-B, brushcutters such as the FSA 135, hedge trimmers, blowers, mowers, pole pruners, and even the TSA 230 cut-off saw. All are built for daily workloads and harsh environments.
AP Battery Runtimes
| Product | AP 20 | AP 200 S | AP 30 | AP 300 S | AP 500 S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSA 160 chainsaw | - | 42 mins | 60 mins | 62 mins | 74 mins |
| MSA 200 chainsaw | - | 42 mins | 48 mins | 50 mins | 60 mins |
| MSA 220 chainsaw | - | 32 mins | 36 mins | 37 mins | 44 mins |
| MSA 300 chainsaw | - | - | - | - | 20–44 mins |
| MSA 161 T top-handle chainsaw | 32 mins | 42 mins | 60 mins | 62 mins | 74 mins |
| MSA 190 T top-handle chainsaw | 37 mins | 48 mins | 72 mins | 75 mins | 90 mins |
| MSA 220 T / TC-O top-handle chainsaw | 12 mins | 16 mins | 28 mins | 29 mins | 34 mins |
| HTA 66 pole pruner | 32 mins | 42 mins | 65 mins | 68 mins | 82 mins |
| HTA 86 pole pruner | 32 mins | 42 mins | 65 mins | 68 mins | 82 mins |
| HTA 135 pole pruner | - | 36 mins | 67 mins | 70 mins | 80 mins |
| HTA 150 pole pruner | 40 mins | 52 mins | 96 mins | 100 mins | 113 mins |
| HTA 160 pole pruner | 27 mins | 36 mins | 67 mins | 70 mins | 80 mins |
| HSA 100 hedge trimmer | 116 mins | 150 mins | 216 mins | 225 mins | 270 mins |
| HSA 130 R hedge trimmer | 83–65 mins | 108–84 mins | 160–125 mins | 167–130 mins | 200–155 mins |
| HSA 130 T hedge trimmer | 83–65 mins | 108–84 mins | 160–125 mins | 167–130 mins | 200–155 mins |
| HSA 140 R hedge trimmer | 116–77 mins | 150–100 mins | 235–168 mins | 245–175 mins | 290–210 mins |
| HSA 140 T hedge trimmer | 108–69 mins | 140–90 mins | 226–144 mins | 235–150 mins | 280–180 mins |
| HSA 150 R hedge trimmer | 116–77 mins | 150–100 mins | 235–168 mins | 245–175 mins | 290–210 mins |
| HSA 150 T hedge trimmer | 108–69 mins | 140–90 mins | 226–144 mins | 235–150 mins | 280–180 mins |
| HLA 66 long-reach hedge trimmer | 111 mins | 144 mins | 214 mins | 223 mins | 268 mins |
| HLA 86 long-reach hedge trimmer | 111 mins | 144 mins | 214 mins | 223 mins | 268 mins |
| HLA 135 / K long-reach hedge trimmer | 50 mins | 64 mins | 91 mins | 95 mins | 114 mins |
| FSA 86 R brushcutter | 30 / 55 mins | 35 / 60 mins | 45 / 85 mins | 52 / 85 mins | 62 / 102 mins |
| FSA 110 R brushcutter | 45 / 25 mins | 60 / 30 mins | 65 / 50 mins | 100 / 50 mins | 120 / 60 mins |
| FSA 120 / R brushcutter | 25–15 / 50–30 mins | 30–20 / 60–40 mins | 45–25 / 75–45 mins | 50–30 / 110–60 mins | 60–35 / 130–70 mins |
| FSA 135 / R brushcutter | 22–13 / 39–23 mins | 28–17 / 50–30 mins | 43–24 / 96–48 mins | 45–25 / 100–50 mins | 54–30 / 120–60 mins |
| FSA 200 / R brushcutter | - | - | - | 32–16 / 60–30 mins | 40–20 / 70–35 mins |
| FSA 400 clearing saw | - | - | - | 20–12 / 29–16 / 40–20 mins | 25–15 / 40–20 / 50–25 mins |
| RGA 140 brushcutter | - | 50–30 mins | 96–48 mins | 100–50 mins | 120–60 mins |
| BGA 86 leaf blower | 81–14 mins | 105–18 mins | 144–25 mins | 150–26 mins | 175–31 mins |
| BGA 160 leaf blower | 58–8 mins | 75–10 mins | 106–14 mins | 110–15 mins | 130–17 mins |
| BGA 250 leaf blower | - | 27–13 mins | 38–12 mins | 40–12 mins | 48–14 mins |
| BGA 100 leaf blower | 51–9 mins | 66–12 mins | 99–19 mins | 103–20 mins | 123–24 mins |
| BGA 200 leaf blower | - | 49–7 mins | 91–13 mins | 95–14 mins | 114–17 mins |
| BGA 300 backpack leaf blower | - | 16–13 mins | 24–9 mins | 25–10 mins | 29–12 mins |
| SHA 140 vacuum shredder | 30–19 mins | 39–25 mins | 58–37 mins | 60–38 mins | 71–44 mins |
| SGA 85 sprayer | 770 mins | 1000 mins | 1440 mins | - | - |
| TSA 230 cut-off machine | 14 mins | 22 mins | 26 mins | - | - |
| TSA 230.1 cut-off machine | - | - | - | 20 mins | 24 mins |
| TSA 300 cut-off machine | - | - | - | 16 mins | 20 mins |
| KGA 770 sweeper | 129 mins | 168 mins | 250 mins | 260 mins | 312 mins |
| REA 100 PLUS pressure washer | - | 30–12 mins | 43–13 mins | 45–14 mins | 50–17 mins |
| SEA 100 vacuum cleaner | 22–13 mins | 29–17 mins | 42–25 mins | 44–26 mins | 53–32 mins |
| RMA 448 PV lawn mower | 260 m² | 340 m² | 480 m² | 510 m² | 610 m² |
| RMA 453 PV lawn mower | 230 m² | 300 m² | 430 m² | 450 m² | 540 m² |
| RMA 750 V lawn mower (2x batteries) | 320 m² | 420 m² | 610 m² | 630 m² | 760 m² |
| RMA 756 V lawn mower (2x batteries) | - | 410 m² | 610 m² | 640 m² | 765 m² |
| RMA 765 V lawn mower | - | 400 m² | 600 m² | 630 m² | 750 m² |
| RMA 2 RV mulching lawn mower | - | 490 m² | 730 m² | 760 m² | 910 m² |
| RMA 7 RV mulching lawn mower (2x batteries) | - | 490 m² | 730 m² | 760 m² | 910 m² |
AR Battery Runtimes
Battery Charging Options & Times
Fast charging helps keep you moving. The AL 301 is a reliable workhorse for single batteries, while the AL 301-4 charges up to four batteries in rotation — ideal for team setups. The AL 500 is the fastest charger in the range, perfect for topping up during short breaks.
The AL 101 and AL 301 chargers are also used with the AK range. This shared charging setup is useful for users running both systems on the same site or across multiple tools.
| BATTERY / CHARGER | AL 101 charger | AL 301 charger | AL 301-4 multi-charger | AL 501 charger |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP 20 BATTERY | 125 mins / 160 mins | 30 mins / 50 mins | 30 mins / 50 mins | 25 mins / 40 mins |
| AP 200 S BATTERY | 150 mins / 200 mins | 40 mins / 55 mins | 40 mins / 55 mins | 30 mins / 45 mins |
| AP 30 BATTERY | 235 mins / 295 mins | 60 mins / 80 mins | 60 mins / 80 mins | 35 mins / 50 mins |
| AP 300 S BATTERY | 230 mins / 300 mins | 55 mins / 80 mins | 55 mins / 80 mins | 30 mins / 45 mins |
| AP 500 S BATTERY | 280 mins / 355 mins | 70 mins / 90 mins | 70 mins / 90 mins | 40 mins / 55 mins |
| AR 2000 L BATTERY | – | 220 mins / 290 mins | 220 mins / 290 mins | 120 mins / 160 mins |
| AR 3000 L BATTERY | – | 330 mins / 430 mins | 330 mins / 430 mins | 180 mins / 230 mins |
AP 20 and AP 30: Bridging Entry-Level to Professional
The new AP 20 and AP 30 batteries introduce a genuine entry point to the AP System without sacrificing build quality or core features. These batteries are lighter and more affordable, making them ideal for ambitious domestic users and semi-professionals who want to start with a STIHL pro-grade platform. With the same IPX4 certification, constant power output, and proven STIHL battery quality, they set a strong foundation for users who may upgrade to higher capacity batteries like the AP 300 S or AP 500 S as their needs grow.
This approach means you can invest in AP tools early, using an AP 20 or AP 30 for smaller tasks, and scale up to more powerful batteries when tackling heavier work — all without changing your tool lineup. It’s a flexible, future-proof way to enter the professional cordless market.
Upgrade to Higher Capacity Batteries
When you’re ready to take on longer shifts and more demanding tools, STIHL offers larger capacity batteries designed for serious professional use. The AP 200 S, AP 300 S, and AP 500 S provide higher energy content and greater maximum power output. These models include STIHL Connected functionality, allowing you to track battery health and usage data to optimise your fleet and avoid downtime.
If you need maximum runtime and torque, the AP 500 S sits at the top of the range. Designed for the toughest jobs, it’s ideal for all-day professional workloads without compromise.
Is the AP System Worth It?
If you need petrol-like power in a cordless format, the STIHL AP System is one of the most advanced platforms available. It's designed for commercial environments where reliability, performance, and total cost of ownership matter. While the initial investment is higher, the running costs are significantly lower than petrol, with fewer maintenance needs and no fuel storage issues.
What Is the STIHL AR Battery System?
The STIHL AR System is built for professionals who need extended runtimes and higher energy capacity than handheld batteries can provide. Featuring high-capacity backpack batteries like the AR 2000 L and AR 3000 L, this system powers all tools in the AP range but is ideal for energy-hungry equipment such as blowers, hedge trimmers, brushcutters, and cut-off saws. With up to 1,500 Wh of stored power, AR batteries are perfect for long days on-site without needing to swap or recharge. A durable carry frame and IPX4-rated weather protection make the AR System a top choice for heavy-duty outdoor work.
| Battery | Charger | Charge Time (80%) | Charge Time (100%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR 2000 L | AL 500 | 60 min | 120 min |
| AR 3000 L | AL 500 | 75 min | 160 min |
What we think
The STIHL AP System is a future-proof choice for professionals moving away from petrol without sacrificing performance. With rugged tools, intelligent battery tech, and a wide range of compatible models, it's an ideal system for serious outdoor work.