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STIHL HTA160 Cordless Pole Pruner
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Product Accessories
Product Details & Features
- Professional pole pruner
- Guide bar length 30 cm
- Cordless
- Chain pitch 3/8"P
- Guide bar gauge 1.1mm
- Up to 2-year warranty
Please note this is a tool only product and batteries and charger are sold separately
The STIHL HTA160 Cordless Pole Pruner is a high-performance, professional-grade cordless pole pruner designed for demanding arboricultural, landscaping and grounds maintenance work. Built for contractors and professional users, this powerful tool delivers exceptional cutting performance, extended reach and excellent balance for pruning high branches safely from ground level.
Powered by STIHL’s AP System, the HTA160 combines a robust magnesium gearbox, high chain speed and low-vibration operation, making it ideal for intensive, all-day professional use in noise-sensitive environments.
Key Features:
High-Performance Cordless Motor – Delivers powerful, consistent cutting performance for pruning thick branches and demanding tasks.
STIHL AP Battery System Compatibility – Powered by STIHL AP lithium-ion batteries, offering long runtime and professional-grade performance.
Telescopic Shaft Design – Provides extended reach for safe pruning of high branches without ladders or climbing equipment.
Magnesium Gearbox – Lightweight yet extremely durable construction for long service life and improved balance.
Precision Guide Bar & Chain – Ensures fast, clean cuts with excellent cutting efficiency.
Low Noise & Low Vibration Operation – Ideal for professional use in residential, urban and noise-restricted areas.
Ideal For:
Professional tree pruning and crown maintenance
Arboriculture and forestry work
Landscaping and grounds maintenance
Estate, park and municipal maintenance
Product Details:
Product Type: Cordless Pole Pruner
Power Source: STIHL AP System battery
Shaft Type: Telescopic
Gearbox Material: Magnesium
Operation: Cordless electric
Application: Professional high-reach pruning
Why Choose This Pole Pruner:
The STIHL HTA160 Cordless Pole Pruner delivers outstanding cutting power, reach and durability for professional users who demand uncompromising performance. Its robust construction, high chain speed and cordless convenience make it an ideal alternative to petrol pole pruners, particularly in noise-sensitive environments. Fully integrated into the STIHL AP system, it offers reliability, efficiency and long-term value for intensive professional use.
The STIHL HTA160 is a battery powered, cordless pole pruner from the STIHL AP System and is ideal for professionals working in forestry, landscaping, and orchards. Fitted with a telescopic pole, it can quickly and easily be adjusted up to 405cm and is capable of pruning, trimming and maintaining branches up to 20cm in diameter. Featuring a powerful EC motor plus a lightweight and robust magnesium transmission. For optimum cutting performance, the HTA160 is fitted with a 3/8” P Picco Micro 3 (PM3) chain as standard.
The HTA160 is lightweight making maneuvering easy. It’s fitted with a sturdy branch hook too for gripping and removing loose cuttings. The control handle of the HTA160 has an LED display for convenient control of the pole pruner too.
The HTA160 comes with a protective foot as standard for protecting the motor casing from making contact with the ground. The air filter on the housing ensures that the engine is kept cool during work, improving the service life of the pole pruner.
The HTA160 has a total length of 285 cm to 405 cm. It also has a mounting point for the STIHL Smart Connector 2 A should you choose to add this on.
Battery Information:
The recommended battery for this pruner is the AP300S, which provides up to 70 minutes of run time. As part of the STIHL AP System, the HTA160 is compatible with the full range of AP batteries. Maximum working times are:
- AP20 - up to 27 minutes
- AP200S - up to 36 minutes
- AP30 - up to 67 minutes
- AP300S - up to 70 minutes
- AP500S - up to 80 minutes
Batteries and charger are sold separately.
Product Information:
- Powerful cordless pole pruner for tree maintenance and orchards
- Battery and charger sold separately
- Suitable for noise-sensitive areas
- Easy length adjustment thanks to professional telescopic shaft
- Prepared for use with a Smart Connector 2 A
- IPX4 rated for working in all weather conditions

Air Filter with Metal Mesh
The metal mesh air filter is easy to clean and ensures a long service life and optimum engine colling.

Battery Slot
AP batteries can be inserted straight into the battery slot of the tool.

STIHL Electric Motor (EC)
The STIHL electric motor is lightweight, compact and energy efficient. It runs quietly and does not require servicing.
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | STIHL |
| Model | HTA160 |
| Category | Pole Pruner |
| Power | Cordless AP Range |
| Motor Size | 36 volts / 0.8kW |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8"P |
| Chain Gauge | 1.1mm |
| Chain Tensioner | Side Tensioner |
| Weight | 6.9kg without battery, bar and chain |
| Warranty | 2 years in domestic use |
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