STIHL AS Battery System

Compact STIHL cordless tools for quick garden jobs

Lightweight, compact and easy-to-use STIHL cordless tools powered by the AS 2 battery — ideal for pruning, trimming, shrub shaping and everyday garden maintenance.

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Choose Your AS Tool

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From garden pruning to hedge shaping and quick trimming jobs, the STIHL AS System is designed for compact cordless convenience around the home and garden.

STIHL AS garden pruners

Pruners

For branches, small logs and quick cutting jobs.

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STIHL AS shrub shears

Shrub Shears

For small hedges, shrubs and precise garden shaping.

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STIHL AS battery secateurs

Secateurs

For easy pruning with powered cutting assistance.

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STIHL AS hedge trimmers

Hedge Trimmers

For light hedge trimming and tidy garden maintenance.

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STIHL AS grass trimmers

Grass Trimmers

For edges, small lawns and quick tidying jobs.

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Batteries & Chargers

Build your STIHL AS setup

Choose spare AS 2 batteries, compact chargers and starter-set options for quick cordless garden maintenance.

AS batteries

Add spare runtime

Shop STIHL AS 2 batteries for compatible AS System tools, ideal for keeping a spare ready for longer garden sessions.

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Charge your AS 2 battery

Browse STIHL AL 1 and AS System chargers for compact cordless garden tools.

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Get started quickly

Choose tool, battery and charger options for a simple STIHL AS cordless setup.

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STIHL AS Battery Guide

Choosing the right STIHL AS setup

The AS System is the compact STIHL cordless platform for quick garden tasks. These buying tips help you choose batteries, chargers and tools.

What is the STIHL AS System?

The STIHL AS System is a compact cordless tool range designed for quick, efficient garden maintenance at home.

It includes lightweight tools such as garden pruners, shrub shears, powered secateurs, hedge trimmers, grass trimmers and compact cleaning tools.

Which battery powers STIHL AS tools?

STIHL AS System tools are powered by the AS 2 lithium-ion battery.

The AS 2 is a compact 10.8 V battery weighing around 0.22 kg, designed to keep AS tools well-balanced and easy to handle.

Should I buy a spare AS 2 battery?

A spare AS 2 battery is useful if you are pruning, trimming or tidying for longer periods and want less downtime between charges.

For quick garden jobs, one battery may be enough, but a second battery gives more flexibility.

Is the AS System right for larger gardens?

The AS System is best for compact, lightweight jobs and quick maintenance tasks.

For larger gardens and longer runtime, consider the STIHL AK System. For professional work, the STIHL AP System is usually the stronger choice.

Compare STIHL Battery Systems

AS, AK or AP — which STIHL battery system is right for you?

STIHL battery systems are designed for different users and workloads. Compare the ranges below to choose the best route.

AS System

Small garden jobs

Compact cordless tools for quick trimming, pruning and lightweight maintenance.

  • Best for smaller garden jobs
  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Ideal for quick maintenance tasks
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AK System

Larger gardens

Versatile cordless tools for homeowners who need more runtime and performance.

  • Best for regular garden work
  • Good balance of power and weight
  • Domestic cordless garden machinery
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AP System

Professional use

High-performance cordless tools for landscaping, arborist, estate and commercial work.

  • Best for professionals
  • Long runtime and high output
  • Built for heavier workloads
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Need help choosing the right AS setup?

For quick pruning, shrub shaping, grass trimming and light garden maintenance, the AS System is the compact, easy-to-use STIHL cordless platform. Add a spare AS 2 battery if you want more runtime with less waiting.

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AS 2: compact 10.8 V battery
AL 1: standard AS charger
AS System: lightweight garden tools

STIHL AS FAQs

STIHL AS battery questions answered

How long does it take to charge a STIHL AS 2 battery?

The STIHL AL 1 charger charges one AS 2 battery in around 80 minutes. STIHL also offers the AL 5-2 hi-speed double charger, which can charge two AS 2 batteries in around 50 minutes.

What battery is compatible with STIHL AS 2 tools?

STIHL AS System tools are compatible with the STIHL AS 2 battery. The AS 2 is a compact 10.8 V lithium-ion battery designed specifically for tools in the STIHL AS System.

How long does a STIHL AS 2 battery last?

Runtime depends on the tool and the work being carried out. As examples, STIHL lists the AS 2 battery as delivering up to 70 cuts with the GTA 26, up to 180 cuts with the GTA 30 and up to 110 minutes with the HSA 26 shrub shears.

What is STIHL AS System?

The STIHL AS System is a compact cordless battery range for quick and efficient garden maintenance at home. It is designed for lightweight tools such as pruners, shrub shears, hedge trimmers, grass trimmers and other compact garden tools.

STIHL AS Buying Guide

STIHL AS Battery Machines, Tools & Batteries UK

Shop STIHL AS battery machines at Gustharts, including compact cordless pruners, shrub shears, hedge trimmers, grass trimmers, AS 2 batteries and compatible chargers.

The STIHL AS System is designed for quick home garden maintenance, offering lightweight cordless tools powered by the compact AS 2 battery.

Browse STIHL AS battery tools, choose compatible AS 2 batteries, or compare the AS System with STIHL AK tools and STIHL AP professional battery machines.