Five New Extended-Reach Hedgetrimmers

Stihl has added five new models to its existing lineup of extended-reach hedgetrimmers:

• HL 56 K (0° fixed angle) — overall length of 66.1 inches, weighs 12.6 pounds
• HL 91 K (0° fixed angle) — overall length of 65.8 inches, weighs 11.9 pounds
• HL 94 K (0° fixed angle) — overall length of 79.5 inches, weighs 12.1 pounds
• HL 94 K (145° articulating) — overall length of 78.3 inches, weighs 12.8 pounds, 13 locking positions
• HL 94 (145° articulating) — overall length of 95.3 inches, weighs 13.7 pounds, 13 locking positions

Key shared features

• Low-emission engine
• Durable double-sided reciprocating blades are ground on both sides
• Innovative control handle featuring EcoSpeed throttle set wheel allows users to adjust speed for specific tasks and reduce unnecessary fuel consumption
• New, lighter gearbox design shifts weight to the powerhead for better balance and easier maneuverability
• Control handle is rubberized, providing an optimal grip of the product
• Comes standard with a blade guard for safe transport and storage
• Semi-automatic choke lever enables simplified three-step start procedure
• Engage the throttle and the semi-automatic choke lever automatically moves from choke to the run position
• The one-touch stop switch allows the user to turn off the engine with the simple press of a button