RedMax PSTZ260S — Product Specification
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Telescopic pole saw (article 970 45 00-01) for reaching high limbs without ladders, offering superior balance and ergonomics for all-day professional pruning.
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25.4 cm³ (1.55 cu in) two-stroke Strato-Charged®
1.27 hp at 8,500 rpm max power speed
1.24 Nm max torque.
50:1 mix
3,000 rpm idle.
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1.27 hp output with 3/8" low-profile pitch chain drive for fast, clean cuts on hardwoods/softwoods up to 6-8 in diameter.
Telescopic extension to 156-158 in total reach (including 12 in bar) for ground‑level pruning at 13 ft height.
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Telescopic shaft extends to 156 in including cutting equipment
Dry weight 15.4 lb excl. bar/chain (lightest in class vs. Echo/Stihl equivalents).
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Powerhead with primer, choke, recoil start
Telescoping mechanism for adjustable length
Anti-vibration and balanced design for high-reach comfort
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Typically includes 12 in bar and 3/8" low-profile chain
Optional longer bars or sharpening kits.
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Chain brake (inertia and manual)
Low kickback chain
Throttle lockout
Vibration dampers (<5 m/s² typical)
EPA/CARB compliant for pole pruners.
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Daily: Check chain tension/sharpness, bar oil level, air filter, fasteners.
50 hrs: Clean spark arrestor, inspect chain brake;
Annual: Replace spark plug, fuel filter, lubricate telescoping joints.
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Dry weight: 15.4 lb (7 kg) excl. bar/chain;
Extended length: 156 in (3962 mm) incl. cutting equipment;
Collapsed: ~108 in.
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Refer to the RedMax owner's manual and official RedMax warranty documentation for full coverage terms, conditions, exclusions, and claim procedures applicable to this model
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"PSTZ260S" = Pole Saw, Telescopic, Z-engine (Strato-Charged®);
No direct RH/LH variant but bar length options exist.
Outperforms Echo PPT-280 in weight/reach per user demos;
Shares engine family with BCZ260 trimmers for parts commonality.