STIHL STIHL-HT135 Telescopic Pole Pruner 3/8in Chain

For landscaping and tree service pros looking for a powerful pole pruner that is Built in America*, the HT 135 delivers. The new lightweight gearbox design provides high-speed precision while pruning, makes handling easier when reaching for high branches, and with a new squared-shaft design, the telescoping shaft has increased rigidity, providing control and precision while reducing fatigue. The outside guide bar and saw chain mounting of the HT 135 provides users with better flush-cutting abilities. Rounded out by great features such as the semi-automatic choke lever, one-touch stop, no-slip grip design, and 3/8in STIHL PICCO Micro Mini saw chain (61 PMM3), the HT 135 is built to meet the demands of the most discerning professionals.\r\n* A majority of STIHL gasoline-powered units sold in the United States are built in the United States from domestic and foreign parts and components.\r\nFeatures\r\n\r\nThanks to better air filtration due to its greater surface area, the vertical pleated paper air filter can extend the time between servicing.\r\nBalanced design makes it comfortable to use.\r\nA majority of STIHL products sold in America are made in America of U.S. and foreign materials.\r\nA durable saw chain that sharpens easily and delivers fast, smooth, clean cuts with reduced vibration compared to the previous model.\r\nHaving easy access to all of the controls on one comfortable handle helps makes it easier to complete tasks so the operator’s hand never has to leave the handle.\r\nSTIHL has a system for minimizing the vibration levels of handheld outdoor power equipment. The STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce operator fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience.\r\nThe new quick-adjustment clamp nut with no-slip grip design enhances user comfort and allows for easy adjustment of the shaft.\r\nAt the press of a button, this small fuel pump delivers fuel to the carburetor, reducing the number of starting pulls needed after an extended break between uses.\r\nOutboard mounting of guide bar and saw chain allow for better flush cutting than other designs.\r\nThe STIHL Inc. Caring for Nature seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines low exhaust emissions as being cleaner than EPA and/or CARB exhaust emission standards.\r\nThe IntelliCarb Compensating Carburetor is designed to automatically adjust the air/fuel ratio when the air filter becomes restricted or partially clogged and maintains the engine’s correct RPM. IntelliCarb uses air from the clean side of the air filter to control the diaphragm and flow of fuel. As their air filter becomes dirty and less air is available for the carburetor, the IntelliCarb system adjusts the fuel flow to compensate for the decrease in air flow. This is in contrast to typical carburetors that utilize the air from the dirty side of the air box.\r\nThe semi-automatic choke lever enables the simplified three-step start procedure, saving users time and allowing them to start jobs faster\r\nUsers can save time and reduce the chance of flooding thanks to the one-touch stop button, which allows the engine to be shut off with the simple press of a button\r\nThe new lightweight gearbox design provides high-speed precision while pruning, allowing for easy handling when reaching for high branches\r\nWith an adjustable shaft, telescoping pole pruners can cut branches up to 16 feet above ground.\r\n\r\nSpecifications\r\n\r\nPower source: gas\r\nWeight: 17.4 lbs.\r\nGuide bar length: (recommended) 14in\r\nOilomatic chain: 3/8om pmm3\r\nChain oil capacity: 7.4 oz.\r\nOverall length: 139.2in\r\nEngine power: 1.9 bhp\r\nFuel capacity: 17.9 oz.\r\nDisplacement: 36.3CC