Collection: STIHL Hedge Trimmers – Petrol, Cordless & Long Reach

STIHL hedge trimmers cover petrol, cordless and long-reach pole models for professional gardeners, landscapers and domestic users across the UK. The STIHL HLA long-reach hedge trimmer range extends cutting reach up to 2.7 metres from the ground, making it the practical choice for tall boundary hedges, roadside vegetation and commercial grounds maintenance without the need for ladders or platforms. Cordless models run on the STIHL AK System for lighter domestic use and the STIHL AP System for extended professional runtime, while petrol models in the HS range deliver unrestricted power for high-volume cutting. As an authorised STIHL dealer, Gustharts stocks the full UK STIHL hedge trimmer range including long-reach, cordless and petrol models — with fast UK delivery and expert support on every order.

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Buyer's Guide

STIHL Hedge Trimmer Buyer's Guide

From compact battery trimmers for small gardens to long reach petrol models for tall hedges, this guide covers the full STIHL hedge trimmer range - petrol and battery, standard and long reach - to help you choose the right blade length, power source and model for your hedges.

Petrol Hedge Trimmers

STIHL petrol hedge trimmers cover the HS range for professional and domestic use. The HS 45 and HS 56 suit smaller gardens and light hedges. The HS 82 and HS 87 are professional-grade, with longer blades and higher cutting capacity for thick, established hedges and daily contractor use.

Battery Hedge Trimmers

STIHL battery hedge trimmers run on the AK and AP Systems. The HSA 26 is a compact homeowner model for light trimming. The HSA 60, HSA 86 and HSA 130 scale up to professional cutting capacity, with no fuel mixing, lower noise and reduced vibration for extended use.

Long Reach Hedge Trimmers

STIHL long reach hedge trimmers - the HL 92, HL 94, HLA 56 and HLA 66 - extend cutting reach for tall hedges and topiary without a ladder. Petrol HL models and battery HLA models both offer an articulating head for cutting at multiple angles from ground level.

Hedge Trimmer vs Hedge Cutter - Same Tool, Different Name

Hedge trimmer and hedge cutter are two names for the same tool, and STIHL's HS and HSA ranges are sold under both terms depending on region and search habit. Whichever term you use, the model range, specifications and Gustharts stock are identical.

Choosing Blade Length

Shorter blades (45-60cm) suit small gardens and detailed shaping. Mid-length blades (60-75cm) cover most domestic and light professional hedges. Long blades (75cm+) on models like the HS 82 cut faster across large, established hedges and reduce the number of passes needed.

Hedge Trimmer Parts and Maintenance

Genuine STIHL hedge trimmer parts - blades, gearboxes, air filters and catcher plates - keep cutting performance consistent across HS and HSA models. Regular blade cleaning, lubrication and sharpening extends blade life and gives a cleaner cut with less strain on the motor.

Replacing a Hedge Trimmer Head

To replace a STIHL hedge trimmer head: switch off and disconnect the power source, remove the drive housing screws, detach the old head from the gearbox shaft, fit the replacement head and torque the screws to STIHL's specification. Full model-specific guides are available for HL 94 and other long reach models.