# STIHL USA

> STIHL USA is the Virginia Beach manufacturing and distribution arm of the family-owned German power-tool group. It makes gasoline- and battery-powered equipment for homeowners, landscapers, arborists, forestry crews, farmers and construction professionals, then sells through more than 10,000 authorized U.S. dealers instead of mass merchants. Its competitive case rests on vertically integrated manufacturing, a service-led retail network, durable professional products and a deliberate shift toward interoperable battery systems without abandoning combustion tools.

- **Founded:** 1974
- **Headquarters:** Virginia Beach, United States
- **Founders:** Andreas Stihl (Founder of the STIHL parent company)
- **Team size:** More than 2,700 U.S. employees, including more than 2,300 in Virginia Beach.
- **Products:** Chainsaws and cutting systems, Landscaping and grounds-care equipment, Mowing equipment, Construction and cleaning equipment, AS, AK and AP battery systems
- **Notable:** The Virginia Beach site grew from 50 employees assembling one saw model in 1974 into the STIHL Group's largest production operation., STIHL USA passed 100 million units manufactured by the end of 2024., The company operates about 1.4 million square feet of building space on 150 acres in Virginia Beach.

## Products & services

- **Chainsaws and cutting systems** — Gasoline, battery and corded-electric saws for homeowners, farms, forestry and professional tree care, plus guide bars, chains and protective equipment.
- **Landscaping and grounds-care equipment** — Trimmers, brushcutters, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pole pruners, Kombi multi-task tools and sprayers.
- **Mowing equipment** — Gasoline and battery push mowers, zero-turn mowers and robotic mowing products for residential and professional use.
- **Construction and cleaning equipment** — Cut-off machines, concrete cutters, pressure washers, wet/dry vacuums, augers, drills, sweepers and pumps.
- **AS, AK and AP battery systems** — Interchangeable battery platforms segmented for compact hand tools, homeowner equipment and sustained professional work; the AP system spans more than 60 tools.
- **Dealer service, training and support** — Product selection, setup, maintenance, repair, safety materials, manuals and professional training delivered through authorized dealers and STIHL programs.

## Achievements

- The Virginia Beach site grew from 50 employees assembling one saw model in 1974 into the STIHL Group's largest production operation.
- STIHL USA passed 100 million units manufactured by the end of 2024.
- The company operates about 1.4 million square feet of building space on 150 acres in Virginia Beach.
- A majority of STIHL products sold in America are made in America using U.S. and global materials.
- STIHL Inc. exports products from the United States to more than 80 countries.
- The RMA 448 V battery mower received Popular Science Best of What's New recognition and a 2025 Bob Vila Tool of the Year award.
- STIHL Inc. appeared on Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces list for a second consecutive year, ranking No. 78 in the cited list.
- The Virginia Beach administration building completed in 2019 has what STIHL describes as Virginia's largest privately funded green roof.

## Latest updates

- **2026-07** — The STIHL Group and Kärcher launched an alliance built around STIHL's ALLPRO professional battery system.
- **2026-05** — STIHL reported 2025 group revenue of €5.48 billion, up 2.8%, with battery products reaching 28% of group unit sales.
- **2026-02** — STIHL Inc. said Lorraine Amesbury Holder and Uwe Hirsch would jointly assume interim president duties after Chris Keffer's departure; Terry Horan remained chairman and sole director.
- **2026-01** — The parent company marked its centennial and reiterated a dual strategy spanning battery and gasoline-powered equipment.
- **2025-08** — The Virginia Beach headquarters hosted its 11th annual Manufacturing Technology Summer Camp for 32 high-school students.
- **2025-04** — Mid-Atlantic STIHL opened an expanded distribution and training facility in Orange County, Virginia.

## Links

- Website: https://www.stihlusa.com/en
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stihl-usa
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/STIHLUSA
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stihlusa
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stihlusa
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stihlusa/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stihlusa

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Last updated: 2026-08-12