Stihl RMA 253 Cordless Lawn Mower (AK Power Unit)
£489.00
RRP: £529.00 |
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SKU
STI-RMA253-3
This product is supplied without battery and charger. You will need to purchase these separately (if you do not already own them)
Why buy your Stihl product from us?
Good service means personal service. That's why you can only get Stihl products from a trained Stihl approved dealer. Being Stihl approved dealers we can provide you with competent advice, professional servicing and total customer care in all respects. We can advise you on choosing the ideal machine for your particular requirements and give you valuable tips on its correct use, as well as providing a professional service.
- Part of the new AK series
- 5 year domestic warranty and 2 years on batteries
- 51 cm cutting width, suitable for medium lawns up to 275 m²
- Versatile functionality: Cut and collect, cut and drop, side discharge, or mulching
- Comfortable mono-handlebar
- Foldable and lockable handlebar
- Single-point height adjustment (20-100 mm) for precise cutting
- Part of the new AK series
- 5 year domestic warranty and 2 years on batteries
- 51 cm cutting width, suitable for medium lawns up to 275 m²
- Versatile functionality: Cut and collect, cut and drop, side discharge, or mulching
- Comfortable mono-handlebar
- Foldable and lockable handlebar
- Single-point height adjustment (20-100 mm) for precise cutting
RMA 253.3 Cordless Lawn Mower (AK Power Unit) by STIHL
51 cm cutting width for medium-to-large -sized lawns
STIHL RMA 253.3: Powerful 51cm Cordless Push Mower for Medium Lawns
The STIHL RMA 253.3 is a high-capacity cordless push mower designed for homeowners who prioritize maneuverability and versatility. With its substantial 51cm (20") cutting width, it bridges the gap between compact domestic mowers and larger professional units. Part of the interchangeable AK System, it provides a quiet, exhaust-free mowing experience with enough power to maintain up to 275m² on a single charge.
Advanced 4-in-1 Mowing System
- Full Flexibility: Adapt to any season or grass condition with four discharge options: traditional collection, rear discharge (cut and drop), side discharge, or nutrient-rich mulching.
- Standard Accessories: Unlike many entry-level models, the mulch plug and side discharge flap are included as standard, giving you professional versatility right out of the box.
- 52-Litre Grass Box: Features an optimized airflow design for maximum filling and an enhanced fill-level indicator to eliminate guesswork during your mowing session.
Intelligent Design & Efficiency
- Push-Propelled Control: The lightweight construction and push-drive allow you to set your own pace and navigate precisely around flower beds, trees, and delicate borders.
- Dual Battery Slots: Includes an active battery slot and a secondary transport compartment. This allows you to carry a spare AK battery on board for a near-instant switchover, effectively doubling your mowing range.
- Precision Height Adjustment: A single-point, spring-assisted lever allows you to select from several cutting height increments ranging from 20mm to 100mm—perfect for the first cut of spring.
Premium Build & Storage
- Comfort Mono-Handlebar: STIHL’s signature mono-handle design provides unobstructed access to the grass box for effortless removal. It is also height-adjustable, lockable, and foldable for space-saving vertical storage.
- Smooth-Running Wheels: Equipped with double ball bearing-mounted wheels featuring a traction-optimized profile, ensuring the mower glides across the turf while remaining gentle on your lawn.
- AK System Compatibility: Use the same 36V lithium-ion battery to power your STIHL blowers, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws.
Please Note: This is a Power Unit (Tool Only). Battery and charger are sold separately. For optimal performance on lawns up to 275m², we recommend the AK 30 S battery.
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| Art No | WA22 011 1400 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 886661889709 |
| Brand | Stihl |
| Power Source | Cordless / Battery |
| Power Details | Lithium-Ion 36V |
| Battery Voltage | 36V |
| Transmission | N/A |
| Starting Method | Push Button Start |
| Design | 4-Wheeled |
| Cutter Deck | Polymer |
| Cutting Width | 51 cm |
| Cutting Heights | 20-100 mm |
| Number Cutting Heights | 7 |
| Propulsion | Hand Pushed |
| Collector | 52 litres |
| Noise Value - Sound Power Level dB(A) | 96 |
| Weight | 31 kg |
| Warranty | 5 year domestic warranty and 2 years on batteries |
Expertly Handled Delivery
From fast express parcels to our signature White Glove personal handover, we ensure your machinery arrives safely, quickly, and ready for work.
Standard Delivery
£9.99 (Eng/Wales) 1 - 3 Working Days- Reliable courier service for most items.
- Items dispatched Mon-Fri.
- Next-day arrival possible in many cases.
Express Delivery
£9.99 (Eng/Wales) 1 - 2 Working Days- Priority dispatch for urgent orders.
- Order before 2pm (Mon-Fri) for fastest service.
- Available on many popular items.
- Full email notifications for any delays.
Start 'N' Go
From £29.00 3 - 5 Working Days- Fully Assembled & Tested by our technicians.
- Arrives on a secure pallet via 'Palletline'.
- The courier will contact you to book a slot.
- Ready to mow immediately on offloading.
Start 'N' Go +
White Glove Service 3 - 5 Working Days- Personal Delivery on our own transport.
- Full Demonstration: We show you how to use it.
- Zero Waste: We take pallets and crates back.
- Available on select products in England & Wales.
Important Delivery Information
Working Days:
Please note that Saturday & Sunday do not count as working days. Orders placed over the weekend are processed on the following Monday (or Tuesday during Bank Holidays).
Please note that Saturday & Sunday do not count as working days. Orders placed over the weekend are processed on the following Monday (or Tuesday during Bank Holidays).
Booking Your Slot:
For Start 'N' Go orders, Palletline will contact you directly. For Start 'N' Go+, our own team will call you. Please ensure a daytime contact number is provided.
For Start 'N' Go orders, Palletline will contact you directly. For Start 'N' Go+, our own team will call you. Please ensure a daytime contact number is provided.
Ride-On Mowers:
Start 'N' Go rates for Ride-Ons start at £69 (Garden Riders) and £79 (Tractors). Start 'N' Go+ rates for Ride-Ons start at £99.00 (for both riders and tractors). This specialist service is currently available for Mainland England and Wales postcodes.
Start 'N' Go rates for Ride-Ons start at £69 (Garden Riders) and £79 (Tractors). Start 'N' Go+ rates for Ride-Ons start at £99.00 (for both riders and tractors). This specialist service is currently available for Mainland England and Wales postcodes.
*Flat rates apply to Mainland England and Wales. Additional charges apply to Scottish postcodes and offshore addresses. Please contact us to obtain a quote, alternatively, please place your order which will be a pre-authorised transaction only and we will email you with the exact shipping cost within one working day. If you do not agree to the quote your order will be cancelled and no funds will be taken.
Delivery Frequently Asked Questions
How much is delivery?
We charge a flat rate of £9.99 for all orders (Standard or Express) being sent to mainland England and Wales addresses. Additional charges apply to Scottish mainland addresses and offshore locations.
How long does delivery take?
Standard Delivery: Usually 1-3 working days.
Express Delivery: Usually 1-2 working days (often Next Day).
Start 'N' Go / Premium+: Usually 3-5 working days due to expert assembly.
Do you deliver on Saturdays?
Our standard delivery service operates from Monday to Friday. Saturday and Sunday do not count as working days.
What is Start 'N' Go/Premium+ and how does it affect delivery?
These services mean your machine is fully assembled, fuelled, and tested. Delivery typically takes 3-5 working days due to the assembly and specialist transport.
Will the courier call me before delivery?
For Start 'N' Go, Palletline will contact you. For Start 'N' Go+, our team will call to arrange a timed slot.
Can I track my order?
Yes. You will receive an email containing your tracking information once dispatched.
What happens if my item arrives damaged?
Please notify us immediately. If noticed upon delivery, please sign as "damaged" or refuse the delivery.
Full Delivery Details and Information
We are very sorry but please be advised that for the foreseeable future we cannot despatch orders to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, the Channel Islands or any UK offshore postcodes.
Please see below for a breakdown of our various delivery services, including rates. In all instances, you will receive notification of when your order has been dispatched, and where possible tracking information will also be provided. Please regularly check your email account for any updates.
STANDARD DELIVERY
Most items will be sent out on our Standard delivery service. This service is available to most of the UK mainland*. This service is 1-3 working days (if ordered Mon-Fri, stock permitting), but is usually sooner than this. In many cases, your item could arrive next working day. Please note: Saturday & Sunday do not count as working days. Orders placed over the weekend will be processed on the following Monday (or Tuesday if a bank holiday). Some products are 3-5 working days, please refer to the specific model for a more accurate delivery guide. In some rare cases, your item might take longer than expected to arrive. If there is a delay in delivery, we will let you know via email.
We charge a flat rate of £9.99 for all orders which are being sent to mainland England and Welsh addresses, no matter the cost, weight or size. Please see below for additional charges to Scottish mainland addresses*.
EXPRESS DELIVERY
We offer an Express delivery service on many items to most of the UK mainland*. These items will be dispatched as soon as we possibly can and will usually arrive within 1-2 working days and in many cases on the next working day (stock permitting if ordered before 2 pm, Mon-Fri). Please note: Saturday & Sunday do not count as working days. Orders placed over the weekend will be processed on the following Monday (or Tuesday if a bank holiday). In some rare cases, your item might take longer than expected to arrive. If there is a delay in delivery, we will let you know via email.
We charge a flat rate of £9.99 for all orders which are being sent to mainland England and Welsh addresses, no matter the cost, weight or size. Please see below for charges to Scottish mainland addresses*.
START 'N' GO
Our Start 'N' Go service is available to most of the UK mainland*. Products that receive our Start 'N' Go service will need to be assembled and tested before being wrapped and dispatched on a pallet. Because of this, delivery is 3-5 working days (if ordered Mon-Fri, stock permitting) but during quieter times this can be much sooner. Orders placed over the weekend will be processed on the following Monday (or Tuesday if a bank holiday). You will be contacted by the Transport Company 'Palletline' to book your delivery in. Please ensure you provide a daytime contact number on your order.
Ride-On Mowers - We charge a minimum rate of £69.00 (for smaller garden riders) and £79.00 (for garden tractors) for all Start 'N' Go orders. This service is available to most mainland England and Wales postcodes. We cannot currently offer this service to any Scottish postcodes.
Everything else - We charge a minimum rate of £29.00 for all Start 'N' Go orders which are being sent to UK mainland addresses (England, Wales and some Scottish addresses*).
START 'N' GO +
Our premium Start 'N' Go+ service is available on certain products to most of England and Wales. Products that receive this service will be assembled, tested and personally delivered by one of our team on our own transport. We will also fully demonstrate the product for you. Delivery is usually 3-5 working days (if ordered Mon-Fri, stock permitting) but during quieter times this can be much sooner. Orders placed over the weekend will be processed on the following Monday (or Tuesday if a bank holiday). We will contact you to book your delivery in. Please ensure you provide a daytime contact number on your order.
Ride-On Mowers - We charge a minimum rate of £99.00 for all Start 'N' Go+ (plus) orders. This service is available to most mainland England and Wales postcodes. We cannot currently offer this service to any Scottish postcodes.
Everything else - We charge a minimum rate of £29.00 for all Start 'N' Go+ (plus) orders. This service is available to most mainland England and Wales postcodes. We cannot currently offer this service to any Scottish postcodes.
*Scottish Addresses
As of May 2024, we can no longer deliver ride-on mowers (lawn tractors, garden riders, front deck & zero-turns) to any Scottish Postcodes. Unfortunately we have been unable to source a reliable and cost efficient transport service north of the border.
If you are ordering any other product on our 'Start N Go' service additional charges will apply (in addition to our advertised standard charges). If you wish to check if additional charges will apply to your postcode you can call us or use our Online Chat during office hours, or use the contact us page, please quote your full postcode and the make & model of the item(s) you wish to order. You can still place your order through the website without receiving a quote and we will be in touch via email after the order has been placed to advise if there are any additional delivery costs.
For all other products, depending on the postcode and size of the item(s) you are ordering, additional charges will apply. If you wish to check if additional charges will apply to your postcode you can call us or use our Online Chat during office hours, or use the contact us page, please quote your full postcode and the make & model of the item(s) you wish to order. You can still place your order through the website without receiving a quote and we will be in touch via email after the order has been placed to advise if there are any additional delivery costs.
For more information call our sales team on 0345 222 0231
The Stihl Group develop, manufacture and distribute their power tools for professional forestry workers as well as garden and landscape maintenance. Andreas Stihl was just one man with a vision when he first founded his company in 1926. Over 80 years later Stihl now employ over 12,000 people and have over 35,000 dealers in over 160 countries.
In 1992 Stihl acquired the garden equipment manufacturer Viking. They were based in the Austrian Tyrol and under the leadership of Dr Nikolas Stihl (Grandson of the group founder), they expanded rapidly.
In the 2000’s Stihls fantastic innovation carries on, introducing the multi-tool concept that is currently known today as the KombiSystem. It wasn’t until 2009 that Stihl decided to enter the cordless power tool market. They released two standard setting hedge trimmers which were praised by an array of gardeners.
Stihl’s innovation has lead to a number of key features being produced. Such as automatic chain oiling, centrifugal clutch, Ematic system, ElastoStart system, 4-mix technology, Ergo Start and Anti-vibration systems all within their products.
The Stihl name has stood for revolutionary technology and innovative ideas ever since the firm was founded. Stihl garden machinery is regarded as probably the number 1 brand in the world today. The Stihl name is known round the world today for quality, innovation and service and in more than 160 countries their products are helping people at work. From the incredible chainsaw range to the flexible KombiSystem and quiet and powerful leaf blowers, you will find a Stihl garden machine to suit you.
And if that's not enough, all Stihl machines come with a 2 year warranty for peace of mind (3 years for the pressure washers).
