About the Stihl KMA 135 R

[@sinister0083]

I just got this Kombi head. Love how easy it is to pick up and go. No pulling cords or choking the engine in the middle of a hot day. Been using it for my condominium properties and it works perfect. Only thing I don't like is that you have to engage the motor to "on" Everytime you stop for more than 3 seconds or so. Not a big deal but something that I had to get used to. Overall I love this unit and look forward to using more often.

[@ctb0302891]

Nice work Sir! Awesome feature on an awesome tool by a top notch STIHL dealer. Miss the Carl’s Mower Crew - cheers! -CB

[@stevekovacs6250]

Nicely done video Josh!

[@Carlsmower]

Thanks!

[@harryerhart5978]

Nice product it's a little heavy at 14 lbs with the battery an trimmer attachment 16 with the edger Husqvarna 325 trimmer is 9 😁

[@brandonhiggs88]

Is the KMA 130R just as powerful as the KMA 135R just with an on board instead of the cord?

[@matttheaussie2144]

Great channel, greetings from Australia

[@Carlsmower]

Thanks for watching mate 😉

[@jmljml5065]

I just bought one of these. On the battery chart, the AP 100 and AP 200 batteries are listed as providing "reduced tool performance" for this tool. I obviously understand there would be less runtime; is there another aspect of the tool's performance that is affected if using one of these batteries? There are times when I may only run the trimmer (for example) for 10 minutes or less, and the lighter weight of a 100 or 200 would be nice, as opposed to the 4 lb. AP 300 S. I don't get much info from Stihl anymore. The heavily accented reps I've been getting lately seem to be only capable of reading from the literature on the website; I can do that. It appears that Stihl may have outsourced their phone-based technical support. Thank you.

[@Carlsmower]

I’m sorry about the drop in support. I’ve comfortably ran the AP200 several times. There is a slight reduction in performance but in most applications it’s negligible. Great for light weed whipping and love it with the Hedge trimmer

[@tmarq62]

Have you tried the Stihl AP 500S battery?

[@jmljml5065]

@@tmarq62 It works fine with an AP 200. Like I said, my goal was to lighten it up a bit. The 200 works great for my smaller yards. I've got a couple of 300S's, but do not need to use them in it.

[@-What-are-your-thoughts]

Great video ! How do these hold up when you get stuck in the rain and they get wet a few times or hauling them around on a open trailer all season? Thanks

[@Carlsmower]

I’d say a protective cover would be a wise plan.

[@carletonlandscaping3115]

Great vid, I have one and I love it!

[@Carlsmower]

Thanks for watching. Stay tuned for more 😀

[@Rcmiller]

I am using a commercial kombi gas system , will I be able to just buy the power head and battery and charger. and be good to go

[@Carlsmower]

Absolutely. Completely interchangeability.

[@harryerhart5978]

I would love to try one at Expo but Stihl doesn't have a outdoor booth😠😠

[@Carlsmower]

Does your dealer not have a demo?

[@harryerhart5978]

No l don't think they have any in stock?

[@dave4505]

Price????

[@TristianTate]

Hey carl I work for a stihl dealer im trying to figure out what the difference is on the kma 130 vs 135 being there the same price

[@Carlsmower]

Onboard battery or battery on a hip

[@TristianTate]

@@Carlsmower ok thanks

[@finn3939]

I'm concerned about how long it will last, I run a gardening business. How long does the battery really last in practice is it the exact same as the statistics given by Stihl? I'm woundering if buying four 300 Ap s battery's with one of those four ap battery charging stations. As apposed to buying the backpack battery's unless that would be better? Or maybe I could buy a big power bank to charge a couple 300 Ap batteries when out on jobs.

[@Carlsmower]

We have batteries in the field from 2014 in a commercial use. So the batteries are proven

[@finn3939]

@@Carlsmower how long does the 300 ap s battery actually last in reality with a strimmer attachment for the electric kombi? Thank you so much for your help.

[@Carlsmower]

@@finn3939 40-50 minutes is easily attainable

[@kevinbushell2746]

You only need 2 batteries customers will let you charge the spare battery

[@show2ime]

@@kevinbushell2746 I charge mine in my truck and it lasts me all day. Anyone that doesn’t use this with the power they have is crazy. I bought the 135r trimmer and the 135 kombi. I have a 131r Kombi and a few 94r trimmers. The electric Stihl products has replaced them all. I use the 131 gas kombi for bed defining is it. Also some customers love it when you add eco friendly to the quote. It could actually be the difference in you getting the business or not.

[@Ransome2501]

how much with a battery and charger

[@Carlsmower]

That there is a little bit based on what battery or charger you decide to go with but as a general rule you were going to spend around $750 powerhead battery and charger

[@kevinbushell2746]

Had 1 of these on order since may cant get them in the UK thanks to Brexit

[@Carlsmower]

Without a doubt supply has been a challenge. It will be worth the wait.

[@kudlabartosz]

@@Carlsmower that's not the Brexit. It's COVID. I ordered the 135r on May 11th, and got it on the 5th of August ! But it was worth waiting. I love it. ❤

[@kevinbushell2746]

@@kudlabartosz thanks for your reply still waiting but hopefully not much longer

[@jeremyminns5627]

Game changer

[@roberthoovan4130]

How much $

[@Carlsmower]

The KMA135 power head is currently $359.99. (Summer of 2021)

[@roberthoovan4130]

@@Carlsmower Is the battery and battery charger sold separately

[@Carlsmower]

@@roberthoovan4130 it is.

[@999benhonda]

Weighs more than my fs131,has .5 less hp and costs a couple hundred more? No thanks stihl. When electric matches gas in performance (power and weight) then I will consider it. Lower maintenance would be nice but not if the tool weighs more and isn't as powerful.