STIHL HSA 40 cordless hedge trimmer set (50 cm) with 2x AS 2 batteries + ALS 31 charger

If you want tidy hedges without the noise or hassle, the STIHL HSA 40 makes it easy. Its low weight, quiet operation and compact, well-balanced design help you trim accurately and comfortably around the home.

This set includes two interchangeable AS 2 batteries and the ALS 31 charger, so you can keep working while one battery rests. Laser-cut, diamond-ground blades and smart battery management deliver clean cuts and consistent power.

Where it shines

• Regular trimming of small to medium hedges
• Shaping garden shrubs with precise, clean cuts
• Quiet work in sound-sensitive areas
• Neat results along walls and near the ground

Why you’ll like it

• Consistent power thanks to STIHL electronics
• Accurate cutting with 50 cm laser-cut blades
• Two-hand control for secure, easy handling
• Tip and blade guards for protection while trimming

In daily use

The HSA 40 starts simply by pressing both handles, with grippy rubber surfaces for control in any position. A screw-on tip protector helps avoid damage when working close to walls or paths. After the job, hang it up by the integrated eye for space-saving storage.

Capacity and specs

• Battery system: AS (recommended battery: AS 2)
• Stroke rate: 2,800 spm
• Blade length: 50 cm; tooth spacing: 24 mm
• Tool length with blade: 94 cm
• Weight (without battery): 2.1 kg
• Nominal voltage: 11 V
• Input power: 0.23 kW; performance value: 0.14 kW
• Max. runtime with AS 2: up to 40 min
• Sound pressure/sound power: 82/90 dB(A)
• Vibration left/right: 1.9/1.4 m/s²
• AS 2 battery splash protection: IPX4

Advice from gardenmachineshop.com

For the cleanest cut and longest blade life, give the blades a quick clean and light oil after each use—especially if you’ve been trimming resinous shrubs.

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