SKIL PWR CORE 40 Brushless 40V 10'' Pole Saw Kit with Over 9ft. Telescoping Shaft & Angled Head, Includes 2.5Ah Battery and Auto PWR Jump Charger - PS4561C-10

The Skil PS4561C-10 PWR CORE 40 Pole Saw Kit is a cordless yard tool designed for trimming high tree branches without using ladders or handling gas engines. Equipped with a 10-inch bar and an angled head on a telescoping shaft that extends over 9 feet, it gives homeowners a direct way to clean up overgrown foliage from the safety of the ground.

Powering the saw is a digital brushless motor paired with a PWR CORE 40 2.5Ah lithium-ion battery. Skil wraps each battery cell in cooling material, which helps deliver 25 percent longer run time and double the overall battery life compared to uncooled cells. For straightforward maintenance while working, the tool features a side-mounted dial that allows tool-less chain tensioning adjustments without needing extra wrenches.

As the lightest tool in its class when compared to 40V competitive brands, this pole saw kit minimizes shoulder fatigue during extended overhead reach. The package comes ready to use with an Auto PWR JUMP charger, supplying a complete battery-powered cutting setup in one kit.

Because this model relies on a 10-inch bar and a 2.5Ah battery, it is intended primarily for branch pruning and light yard maintenance rather than heavy timber felling. Additionally, the listing does not state the total assembled weight in pounds or whether chain oil is included in the box.

Verdict: The Skil PS4561C-10 is a solid choice for homeowners needing a lightweight, battery-powered tree pruner with serious reach. Its tool-free chain adjustments and included fast charger make it a convenient solution for routine yard maintenance.

• Bar Length: 10 inches
• Shaft Type: Telescoping (extends over 9 feet)
• Head Type: Angled head
• Motor Type: Digital brushless
• Battery: PWR CORE 40 2.5Ah Lithium-ion
• Charger: Auto PWR JUMP Charger
• Chain Tensioning: Tool-less side dial

A great fit if you:

• Need to prune tall branches without climbing ladders, using a shaft that extends over 9 feet.
• Want a lightweight 40V pole saw that is easier to manage overhead than heavier competing tools.
• Prefer cordless electric convenience with a digital brushless motor over gas engine upkeep.

Consider something else if you:

• Require a larger cutting bar than 10 inches for thick logs or heavy forestry work.
• Need continuous all-day runtime beyond what a single 2.5Ah battery provides.

What comes included in this pole saw kit?
The kit includes the 10-inch pole saw with a telescoping shaft extending over 9 feet, an angled head, a PWR CORE 40 2.5Ah lithium battery, and an Auto PWR JUMP charger.

How do you adjust the chain tension on this saw?
Chain adjustments are made using a tool-less dial located conveniently on the side of the tool, eliminating the need for extra wrenches.

How does the battery technology extend runtime?
The PWR CORE 40 lithium-ion battery wraps each cell with cooling material, keeping the battery running for 25 percent longer run time and providing twice the battery life.