{"product_id":"stihl-ax-28-cs-cleaving-axe","title":"AX 28 CS Cleaving Axe","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSTIHL AX 28 CS Cleaving Axe\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe STIHL AX 28 CS Cleaving Axe is a specialised tool designed for splitting logs and chopping wood. It features a heavy-duty, 80cm long handle made from high-quality hickory wood, which provides a comfortable grip and excellent shock absorption. Available with an impact protection sleeve and safety plate to minimise damage to the tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head of the axe is made from drop-forged steel, which ensures durability and long-lasting performance. The wedge-shaped head delivers optimum cleaving results with minimum effort, guiding the axe into the wood and splitting logs cleanly and efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly suitable for medium and heavy-duty splitting work, and also suitable for delimbing work and felling with wedges, the AX 28 CS is a popular choice for homeowners, farmers, and professional loggers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty 80cm hickory handle for comfortable grip and shock absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop-forged steel head for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWedge-shaped head for efficient, clean splitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpact protection sleeve and safety plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for medium and heavy-duty splitting work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for delimbing work and felling with wedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e80cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e2,800g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eHickory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eHead Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDrop-forged steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Safety Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use this cleaving axe to drive in steel splitting wedges. Steel must never be used to hammer onto steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the STIHL AX 28 CS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 80cm length and 2.8kg head weight give this axe real cleaving power for medium and heavy splitting work, striking a genuine balance between leverage and control. The impact protection sleeve is a practical detail that helps protect the handle from the repeated strikes involved in log splitting, extending its working life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/chainsaw-clothing-ppe\"\u003eShop Forestry PPE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/filing-kits-guides-sharpening\"\u003eShop Sharpening Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso searched for as: STIHL AX28CS, STIHL splitting axe, STIHL cleaving axe hickory handle, STIHL 80cm log splitting axe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long is the handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e80cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much does the axe weigh?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e2,800g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan this be used to drive in steel splitting wedges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, this cleaving axe must not be used to drive in steel splitting wedges. Steel must never be used to hammer onto steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the handle made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory wood, chosen for its comfortable grip and excellent shock absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat tasks is it suitable for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMedium and heavy-duty splitting work, delimbing, and felling with wedges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Stihl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45717701624052,"sku":"ST-0000 881 2014","price":102.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/STIHL_AX_28_CS_Cleaving_Axe.jpg?v=1756805110","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-us\/products\/stihl-ax-28-cs-cleaving-axe","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}