STIHL HT pole pruner,30cm/12",71PM3

If you need to prune higher branches safely from the ground, this STIHL HT pole pruner attachment turns selected STIHL brushcutters into a clean-cutting pole pruner. It gives you controlled, efficient cuts without ladders or unstable footing.

With a 30 cm guide bar and lightweight build, it’s a practical solution for landscapers, municipal teams and demanding private users who want professional results from their existing motor unit.

Where it excels

• Reducing overgrown limbs along paths and driveways
• Shaping orchard trees without climbing
• Tidying storm-damaged branches at height
• Routine maintenance in parks and large gardens

Why it helps

• Converts compatible STIHL brushcutters into a pole pruner
• 30 cm bar for confident cuts on thicker branches
• Work from the ground with better balance and control
• STIHL PM3 chain pairing for smooth, precise cutting

Handling and feel

Mounted to the specified STIHL motor units, the attachment keeps the weight close to the shaft for predictable handling. The 30 cm bar is easy to guide into tight canopies, and the compact head improves visibility so you can place your cuts accurately.

Capacity and specs

• Nominal bar length: 30 cm
• Weight: 1.3 kg
• Chain spec: PM3 1.1, 3/8"
• Compatible with: FS 90 R, FS 91 R, FS 100 R, FS 111 R, FS 130 R, FS 131 R, FSA 130

Tip from gardenmachineshop.com

Before first use, fit a sharp PM3 chain and let the oiling system prime with a brief test cut at low load—this helps protect the bar and chain from the start.