STIHL® HTA 85 – Telescoping Battery Pole Pruner | Up to 12.1 ft, AP System

The STIHL® HTA 85 is a professional telescoping battery pole pruner for removing overhead branches from the ground. Its adjustable shaft reaches from approximately 8.2 to 12.1 feet, while the AP battery platform and electric motor provide low-noise operation with no direct exhaust emissions at the tool.

Key Features

• Telescoping shaftadjusts from approximately 8.2 to 12.1 feet for different pruning heights.
• AP battery systemuses compatible STIHL® professional AP-series batteries.
• Cordless operationremoves the need for fuel mixing or a trailing extension cord.
• Low-noise motorsupports work in residential, institutional, and other noise-sensitive locations.
• Light powerhead formatkeeps the tool at 10.8 lb without the battery for controlled handling.
• 1/4-inch PICCO cutting systemprovides a narrow-kerf chain suited to pruning applications.
• 10- or 12-inch bar compatibilitysupports approved cutting configurations for overhead limbs.
• Side chain tensioningallows routine chain adjustment from the side of the cutting head.
• No direct exhaust at the toolimproves comfort around the operator compared with a gasoline engine at the handle.

Why It’s a Smart Pick

The HTA 85 is a strong fit for grounds crews and property managers who need professional reach without holding a gasoline engine near the operator. Its telescoping shaft reduces the need to reposition as often and lets the working length be matched to the branch. Battery, charger, guide-bar configuration, and runtime should be selected around the expected workload.

Specifications

• Model: HTA 85
• Power Source: Battery
• Battery System: STIHL AP System
• Telescoping Length: Approximately 8.2-12.1 ft
• Weight: 10.8 lb without battery
• Saw Chain Pitch: 1/4 in PICCO
• Guide Bar Options: 10 or 12 in