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Stihl announced the SFA 120, a battery-powered, single-stage snow thrower that uses the company’s AP battery system, at Equip Expo 2026. Stihl lists a 22-inch clearing width and prices of $699.99 for the bare tool and $899.99 for a kit, but runtime information has not been fully reconciled across sources.
Stihl announced the SFA 120, a battery-powered, single-stage snow thrower, at Equip Expo 2026, extending the company’s AP battery system into snow removal. The company lists the machine at $699.99 as a bare tool or $899.99 in a kit with an AP 300.0 P battery and AL 301 charger; some performance details, including runtime, still need clarification.
The SFA 120 is specified with a 22-inch clearing width, a maximum clearing depth listed in the source material as 12 inches in one specification rundown and 13 inches elsewhere, and a claimed maximum throw distance of 30 feet. Its brushless motor is listed at 2.5 kilowatts, and the auger speed is 2,500 rpm. The chute rotates 180 degrees. The difference between the stated 12-inch and 13-inch depth figures is not resolved in the report.
Stihl’s listed features include a rubber auger paddle, intended to clear snow while limiting damage to asphalt and concrete, plus chute adjustments designed for one-handed operation. The handle can be adjusted to multiple positions and folded forward for storage. The machine also has LED lights, replaceable skid shoes and two battery ports, which the report says discharge batteries sequentially rather than requiring a manual changeover.
Stihl’s product information estimates that an AP 300.0 P battery can clear a six-to-10-car driveway with six inches of fresh snow. The report flags conflicting runtime information from other sources and says clarification is pending. The battery is described as having a cold-start function rated for temperatures down to -4°F. Stihl also lists the AP 300.0 P as offering 60% higher peak power and 20% longer runtime than the AP 300.0 S battery; those comparisons are the company’s claims, not independent test results in the report.
A New Use for Stihl’s AP Batteries
The SFA 120 brings snow clearing into Stihl’s AP battery platform, which the source report says is also used for lawn care and landscaping equipment. For customers who already own compatible AP tools, the new machine could add a winter task to an existing battery system. The kit price, however, includes a specific battery and charger, while the lower bare-tool price is relevant to buyers who already have compatible equipment.
The model’s single-stage design and listed clearing capacity define its likely role. Its reported maximum depth is around a foot, so homeowners regularly facing deeper accumulation may need a larger machine or a second snow-clearing option. Stihl describes the product as intended for demanding homeowners and light professional users, rather than presenting it solely as a professional-duty machine. The announcement also marks Stihl’s entry into this product category, but it does not establish whether the company plans a broader snow-thrower range.
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Stihl’s First Step Into Snow Clearing
Stihl made the announcement at Equip Expo 2026, where it introduced more than 90 products while marking its 100th anniversary, according to Pro Tool Reviews. The SFA 120 was the item highlighted in the report for expanding the AP system beyond its existing seasonal uses.
Pro Tool Reviews compared the SFA 120’s listed figures with battery-powered single-stage models from EGO and Milwaukee. It reported a 30-foot maximum throw for Stihl, compared with 42 feet for the EGO 2120 and 35 feet for Milwaukee’s 3036. The comparison also lists Stihl’s clearing width at 22 inches, versus 21 inches for both competitors. These are specification comparisons, not independent performance tests, and the figures do not by themselves establish how the machines perform in differing snow conditions.
The AP 300.0 P battery is central to the launch. Alongside its stated cold-weather capability, Stihl says it has higher peak power and longer runtime than the AP 300.0 S. The report also notes that, with an AL 1602 MO charger, the battery can reach 80% charge in 10 minutes. That is a separate charger model from the AL 301 included in the SFA 120 kit.
“a premium battery-powered solution designed for demanding homeowners and light professional users”
— Stihl product page, as quoted by Pro Tool Reviews
Runtime and Capacity Figures Need Clarity
The source report identifies conflicting runtime information across sources and says it is awaiting clarification. The estimate published from Stihl’s product page describes a driveway size and snow depth, but does not settle how results may vary with snow density, temperature, battery condition or clearing technique.
There is also an unresolved specification discrepancy: the report’s initial SFA 120 rundown gives a 12-inch maximum clearing depth, while its later discussion and comparison table cite 13 inches. The material does not explain which figure is correct. It also does not give a release date, detailed availability schedule or independent test results. Until those points are clarified, buyers should treat the listed performance figures as manufacturer specifications or estimates rather than verified real-world outcomes.
Awaiting Final Specifications and Availability
The next useful update would be clarification from Stihl on the clearing-depth specification and the differing runtime information. Stihl or retailers may also provide further details on when the SFA 120 will reach stores and whether additional models are planned. The source material does not set a date for those updates.
For now, prospective buyers can compare the listed prices and features with their own snow conditions and battery needs. The SFA 120 is presented as a single-stage machine for moderate clearing, while people who routinely face snowfall beyond its stated capacity may need a higher-capacity alternative. Any decision based on the advertised driveway estimate should account for the fact that the report says the runtime figures remain under review.
Key Questions
What is the Stihl SFA 120?
The SFA 120 is Stihl’s announced battery-powered, single-stage snow thrower. It uses the company’s AP battery system.
How much does the SFA 120 cost?
Pro Tool Reviews reports a listed price of $699.99 for the bare tool and $899.99 for a kit that includes an AP 300.0 P battery and AL 301 charger.
What are its listed clearing specifications?
The report lists a 22-inch clearing width and a maximum throw distance of 30 feet. Its maximum clearing depth is inconsistent in the source material, given as both 12 and 13 inches.
How much snow can it clear on one battery charge?
Stihl’s product-page estimate, as reported by Pro Tool Reviews, says an AP 300.0 P can clear a six-to-10-car driveway with six inches of fresh snow. The report says other runtime information conflicts and is awaiting clarification.
When will the SFA 120 be available?
The source material does not provide a retail release date or detailed availability schedule. Stihl announced the machine at Equip Expo 2026.
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