Los Angeles, California – The American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) is pleased to announce that the STIHL RZA battery-powered zero-turn mower platform has earned AGZA AFTC Certification, joining just two other companies in this category. STIHL has made it its mission to design and manufacture a comprehensive battery-electric equipment platform that rivals similar gas-powered products. STIHL is successfully meeting the challenge of regulatory pressures and growing demand for quality battery-powered lawn and garden tools. This includes an evolving manufacturing base and supply chain shifting towards battery electric technology for our industry. AGZA has subjected multiple STIHL RZA mowers to some of the most grueling field-testing environments to ensure an independent assessment of this line’s performance, durability, and longevity. These real-world, day-in, and day-out settings represent the reality of our industry’s workload and aesthetic demands for their clientele.
AGZA STIHL RZA Testing – STIHL RZA mowers were placed in various regions nationwide, including:
- West Coast
- Midwest
- Southeast
Additionally, AGZA was able to visit and verify the robust use of STIHL RZA mowers in the Northeast, parts of Colorado, Texas, and Northern California. Testing in these regions allows for operation in different temperature extremes, moisture and humidity levels, dusty environments, and provided insights into contrasting attitudes towards battery electric technologies for outdoor power equipment (OPE).
The STIHL RZA Platform is AFTC Certified
The STIHL RZA platform joins an impressive growing list of battery electric riding mower platforms ready to meet the landscape maintenance industry’s demands.
AGZA focuses on safety, performance, durability, and longevity. We are confident that the STIHL RZA mower platform will help AGZA achieve its mission of transitioning into battery electric technologies and low-impact operations responsibly and profitably.
“AGZA cannot stress enough that our value and credibility depend on our voice remaining independent. We test and vet tools from manufacturers who recognize the value of our field certification, then provide this information to professional crews in commercial, municipal, and academic settings. We insist on the most candid feedback from operators — positive and negative. That’s our only guide in determining which brands and tools are viable for replacing gas machines in large-scale electric operations.”
AGZA AFTC & STIHL Backstory
The tool-testing relationship between AGZA and STIHL dates back to 2008, when STIHL became the first to launch legitimate commercial battery electric tools in the U.S. market with the STIHL AP professional battery platform.
Since then, AGZA and STIHL have cooperated to independently test the STIHL battery electric AK tool line for residential customers. Additionally, all new models brought to market are tested to ensure that high-quality standards are being maintained in the way AGZA, and the industry have come to expect from the STIHL brand.
STIHL USA After Market Support – Dealer Network & Dedicated Representatives
With over ten thousand servicing dealers in the USA, STIHL understands the critical importance of supporting their customers with timely and professional warranty and repair services to keep their tools up and running. STIHL Dealers are some of the most knowledgeable and capable when it comes to assisting customers with STIHL products. In addition to their dealer network, STIHL maintains a national team of product support professionals who facilitate prompt and responsive customer support to help keep end users productive and profitable.
RZA Warranty Information
First 2 years unlimited hour warranty, 5 years or 1,500 hours. *
STIHL RZA Mower Platform Advantages
Built for professional landscapers, this series combines intelligent cutting technology with a superior drive system, delivering a premium, efficient mowing experience—so you can tackle more acreage and fit more jobs into your day.
- Built-in 24 kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery for all-day commercial use.
- Run time up to eight hours means it can mow up to 21 acres in a day’s work. *
- Tires are powered by independent commercial-grade hub wheel motors that propel the STIHL RZA to industry-leading cutting capabilities.
- Intelligent drive system ensures users peak driving performance and comfort on various terrains.
- Brushless 1.8 kw mowing motors maintain a consistent RPM through changing mowing conditions delivering a quality cut without compromising run time or power.
- 0% Financing and instant rebates available.
*Run time may vary based on charge level and capacity, model, operating style, and conditions.
More information can be found here.
About STIHL
As the #1 selling brand of gas- and battery-powered handheld outdoor power equipment in America among U.S. professional landscapers*, STIHL is renowned for its legacy of innovation, durability, and performance. From chainsaws and trimmers to blowers and mowers, STIHL products are trusted by professionals and homeowners alike and are sold through a network of more than 10,000 authorized local STIHL Dealers—not big box stores. STIHL Inc., the U.S. affiliate of the global STIHL Group, employs more than 2,300 people and manufactures over 100 STIHL models at its 150-acre campus in Virginia Beach, VA.
*”Number one selling brand” is based on 2007-2024 syndicated and commissioned surveys and 2023-2024 surveys conducted by Irwin Broh Research of the U.S. professional landscaper and tree care markets.
Principal CEO at Gardenland Power Equipment & Co-Founder and CEO of Towa Industries Inc.
Roger Phelps joined STIHL Inc. in 2001 and is currently the Corporate Communications Manager. In that position he is responsible for creating and telling the STIHL story through integrated event marketing, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and digital and social media with the goal of increasing the visibility of and affinity for the STIHL brand and over 10,000 STIHL dealers. He attended the U.S. Naval Academy and served 10 years in the U.S. Navy attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He has serves on the National Association of Landscape Professionals Foundation Board of Directors, the National Association of State Park Directors Leadership School Board of Regents, and the Professional Grounds Management Society Board of Directors.
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