Feature: Garden Power


Expanded range of cordless tools provide power and


performance STIGAhas expanded its range of battery- powered multifunction tools thanks to its new 3 Series which it says offers the perfect allies for preparing the garden and keeping it healthy in all seasons.


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wedish garden power tool manufacturer STIGA has launched the 3 Series, a new family of battery-


powered multifunction tools for the care of the green space. All gardeners, beginners and professionals alike, aspire to a lush, healthy, and blooming garden. Grass, hedges, flower beds, and bushes to be cut, trees to be pruned, and spaces to be cleaned are all operations that require time and dedication. This is why it is important to have the right equipment that can simplify, ease, and speed up all activities. More powerful thanks to 2x20V ePower


batteries, safe and user-friendly with adjustable handles and ergonomic grips, and always ready for use and convenient to store – through direct on-board charging and on-wall storage system – STIGA’s 3 Series products are the perfect allies of the most demanding gardeners. Suitable for green spaces of all sizes and maintenance of all kinds. In fact, there are two major innovations in this new range: the STIGA ePower 20V batteries that equip all 3 Series products rechargeable directly on-board, thanks to STIGA’s innovative and patented charging system, and the included on-wall storage system that allows all tools to be hung on the wall, either for storage or recharging.


HT 300e hedge trimmer The STIGA HT 300e is the ideal battery hedge trimmer for effortlessly tackling demanding gardening tasks thanks to the power and performance of the 2x20V (2Ah) ePower batteries with up to one hour of battery life on a single charge.


The absence of cables, the 54cm hardened


steel laser-cut blades and cutting capacity of up to 23mm ensure easy, efficient, and precise cutting of even medium-thick branches. For extra safety, the blade has a protected tip for cutting along walls and paths. Moreover, the


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adjustable soft-grip handle that rotates 180° in wall-cutting mode allows for increased comfort on the HT 300e, avoiding the need to turn to reach awkward areas.


BL 300e leaf blower Perfect for routine or spot clearing activities and powered by 2x20V (4Ah) ePower batteries, the BL 300e battery garden leaf blower produces the necessary airspeed to effortlessly clear leaves and debris. A single charge ensures a working time of 40 minutes at normal speed and 25 minutes in boosted speed. The efficient intake air ventilation grid ensures a continuous flow of air, keeping the operation flawless for easier removal of leaves, even wet ones. The compact placement of the battery ensures optimal balance while the ergonomic grip provides exceptional comfort. Once the outdoor space is clean and tidy, a quick release button allows you to remove the tube, so you can store it comfortably and without clutter.


GT 300e grass trimmer For the perfect finishing touch to the lawn in a short time and with a flawless result, the GT 300e battery grass trimmer is the ideal solution. Equipped with a powerful motor, optimally balanced 2x20V (2Ah) batteries that provide over 30 minutes of runtime on a single charge, and an ergonomic handle, the GT 300e allows you to easily cut away weeds and for perfect edging.


The auto-feed nylon line ensures precise and uninterrupted trimming, the fully adjustable loop handle allows effortless manoeuvring of the grass trimmer, and the telescopic shaft, which can be adjusted to suit one’s needs, improves the user experience. Switching from trimming to edging mode, including a 90° rotating edging function on one side to refine lawns, edges and driveways is done with just one touch. The stone guard has a wheel to support the user during the edging activity. Finally, the rotating head - adjustable up to 45° - supported by a spacer bracket ensures a precise cut even around plants and objects.


CS 300e chainsaw The ideal tool for pruning branches or cutting logs for the fireplace is the CS 300e, the first STIGA 2x20V (4Ah) battery chainsaw. The combination of the two batteries provides enhanced power and optimal cutting performance, allowing for more than 80 cuts on a single charge, even with a 120mm diameter log. This tool offers a maximum cutting diameter of 265mm for efficient and high-precision cuts. To ensure user safety, CS 300e features


electronic/mechanical chain brake and three- click activation, as well as a comfortable rear handle for added stability while cutting. Finally, STIGA’s quick tensioning system enables effortless chain tensioning.


To find out more, visit www.stiga.com/uk GCU April 2024


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