RMA 253 T
Quiet cordless lawn mower with single-speed wheel drive, 51 cm cutting width and large grass box.
Product description
The STIHL RMA 253 T offers home gardeners high performance with quiet operation, making it suitable for noise-sensitive residential areas. The convenient single-speed wheel drive helps you mow, especially on sloping ground. With a 51 cm cutting width, you can mow small to medium-sized areas efficiently. Thanks to the multi-blade, mulching plug and side discharge, the mower is suitable for mowing with the grass box as well as mulching. The height-adjustable, folding comfort handlebar ensures pleasant, ergonomic guidance.
Key features
- Single-speed wheel drive – makes mowing easier, especially on slopes
- 4-in-1 function: mowing, collecting, mulching and side discharge
- Central cutting height adjustment (7 positions) from 20–100 mm
- Folding grass box with fill level indicator (55 litres)
- Height-adjustable, folding comfort handlebar
- Eco mode for longer battery life
- Smart Connector compatible for STIHL connected
Highlights
51 cm cutting width
Wider cutting width than the RMA 248 T for faster mowing on small to medium-sized areas.
Single-speed wheel drive
Helps you mow and makes working on sloping ground easier.
Smart Connector compatible
Ready for connection to STIHL connected for easy equipment management.
Technical data
| Cutting width | 51 cm |
| Cutting height | 20 – 100 mm, 7-position central adjustment |
| Rated output | 1.250 W |
| Weight without battery | 31 kg |
| Battery system | AK system |
| Drive | Single-speed wheel drive |
| Grass box capacity | 55 l |
| Guaranteed sound power level LWA | 94 dB(A) |
| IP protection rating | IPX4 |
In the box
- 1× STIHL RMA 253 T cordless lawn mower
- Operating instructions
- Battery and charger not included
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Who is the RMA 253 T suitable for?
It suits home gardeners with small to medium-sized lawns who want a wider cutting width than the RMA 248 T in a quiet, wheel-driven cordless mower.
Which batteries are compatible with the RMA 253 T?
The RMA 253 T runs on interchangeable lithium-ion batteries from the STIHL AK system.
How big is the grass box on the RMA 253 T?
The RMA 253 T has a 55-litre grass box with fill level indicator.
Can I also mulch with the RMA 253 T?
Yes, thanks to the multi-blade and mulching plug, the mower is suitable for collecting clippings as well as mulching or spreading via side discharge.
What is included?
The lawn mower and operating instructions are included. Battery and charger from the STIHL AK system are not included and can be purchased separately.
Safety information & manufacturer details
Using a lawn mower requires prior instruction in the operation and safety features of the machine, particularly regarding the rotating cutting blade.
Make sure that no children, bystanders or animals are in the work area while mowing, and wear sturdy shoes and long trousers.
If you are unsure about operation or maintenance, we recommend personal instruction from an authorised STIHL dealer.
- Read the operating instructions and safety information in full before first use.
- Clear the lawn of foreign objects such as stones or branches before mowing.
- Use the lawn mower only for its intended purpose.
Manufacturer information
STIHL Vertriebszentrale AG & Co. KG
Robert-Bosch-Straße 13
64807 Dieburg, Germany
Phone: +49 6071 204-0
Email: kundenservice@stihl.de
Data use information (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854)
| Connected products | All STIHL products connected to ‘STIHL connected’. |
| Access to product data | Product data is available in the ‘STIHL connected’ application. The product must be added first. |
| Deleting the user account | When your organisation is deleted, all linked data is removed, subject to statutory retention obligations. |
| Product data collected | Operational readiness status, service information and runtime data. |
| Data format | CSV file (Excel-compatible). |
| Data volume | Less than 1 MB per connected product. |
| Collection | Continuously in real time. |
| Storage location | Cloud infrastructure of the STIHL Group. |
| Storage period | Until the organisation is deleted, taking statutory retention periods into account. |
