The STIHL AP-System: Real pro power. With a battery.
The STIHL AP-System is designed for everyone whose day-to-day tasks rely on quiet battery power tools with maximum performance.
11.02.2025
Advantages of the AP system.
- Powerful for any challenge
- Particularlyquiet, even suitable for noise-sensitive environments
- More endurance for longer periods of use
- High flexibility – batteries compatible with various tools
- Reliable charging and energy management solutions
Power tool categories in the AP system
The STIHL AP system – ready for any task
The STIHL AP system includes high-performance battery power tools in various categories, which can be flexibly used thanks to premium lithium-ion batteries and backpack batteries. Within the AP system, all the batteries can be combined with all the power tools, with no compromise on their excellent performance and proven STIHL quality.
Furthermore, STIHL AP system batteries meet the highest safety standards and are always ready for use when needed thanks to intelligent energy and charging management.
Batteries in the AP system
STIHL battery technology in the AP system
Battery equipment and functions in the AP system
Professional voices on the AP system
AP system battery advantages for professional use
The battery products in the AP system offer outstanding performance and long battery life. Find out how professionals benefit from AP system batteries in their daily work.
Switching to battery in professional gardening and landscaping
More and more professionals are switching their tool fleets to battery power – French gardening and landscaping company Lileo Jardins is one example. Around 85% of the tool fleet is already electrically powered. Find out why it’s time to switch to battery power now.
Chargers in the AP system
Technical details of our AP system chargers compared
The following table for the AP system gives an initial overview of technical details relating to charging processes and performance.
| AL 301 | AL 501 | AL 301-4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charging time to 80% / 100% e.g. AP 300 S | 55 min / 80 min | 30 min / 45 min | - |
| Power consumption | 0.3 kW | 0.6 kW | 0.3 kW |
| Charging current | 6.5 A | 12 A | 6.5 A |
Charging and energy management
The STIHL innovative charge and energy management system means you can be sure of sufficient battery capacity, as you can charge your batteries on the go and have full batteries for every task.
Discover new products in the AP system
Important questions and answers
The “P” stands for “professional”: the STIHL AP system offers powerful battery products for daily professional use in landscaping, gardening and tree care.
No, STIHL AK and AP batteries are not compatible. They can only be used with tools in their own respective system.
The battery power tools in the AK system are designed for domestic use. The AP system, on the other hand, has been specially developed for the daily requirements of professionals.
Lithium-ion batteries in the AK system are lightweight and handy, while those in the AP system are powerful and durable enough for professional tools.
For example: The AK 20 battery delivers 144 Wh battery energy at a weight of 1.2 kg, and belongs to the AK system. In contrast, the AP 300 S battery provides 281 Wh battery energy at a weight of 1.8 kg, and is in the AP system.
