StihlHLA 56 Cordless Long-Reach

  • Cordless
£381Typical price
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Stihl says that the HLA 56 cordless long-reach hedge trimmer is the perfect tool to cut taller hedges and shrubs in your garden. And with a 450mm-long double blade, it could be ideal if you’re after a long reach tool. But is it easy to use, and powerful enough to deal with all kinds of hedges? Read our review of this cordless long-reach hedge trimmer to find out.

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KEY TEST RESULTS
Cutting hedges
Comfort in use
Manoeuvrability
  • Dec 2023First reviewed by Which?
  • Jun 2019Released

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