Kress KA3018 60V 8.0Ah Battery

Maximum Runtime for Kress 60V Commercial & Professional Equipment

The Kress KA3018 60V 8.0Ah Battery is the highest-capacity battery in the Kress 60V lineup, delivering maximum runtime and sustained power for demanding commercial applications.

Built for professional landscapers, municipalities, golf course maintenance teams, property managers, and contractors, the KA3018 is designed to keep high-demand equipment running longer with fewer battery changes throughout the workday.

When runtime matters most, the KA3018 is the battery Automation Hub recommends.

Why Choose the KA3018?

Maximum Runtime

The KA3018 provides:

• Longest runtime in the Kress 60V platform

• Fewer battery swaps

• Increased productivity

• More work completed per charge

Ideal for:

• Large properties

• Commercial operations

• Municipal maintenance

• Extended workdays

Important Purchasing Information

What Does ".9" Mean?

Many Kress Commercial products end with ".9" in the model number.

Examples:

• KC320.9

• KC330.9

• KC340.9

• KC500.9

• KC510.9

• KC520.9

The ".9" designation means the product is sold as a TOOL ONLY unit.

Tool-only units include:

✅ Tool

But do NOT include:

❌ Battery

❌ Charger

If you are purchasing a Kress model ending in ".9", you will need to purchase a compatible battery and charger separately unless you already own them.

The KA3018 is the premium battery choice for these high-demand applications.

Recommended Tool-Only (.9) Applications

The KA3018 is commonly paired with:

Commercial Chainsaws

• KC320.9 Top Handle Chainsaw

• KC330.9 Pole Saw

• KC340.9 Commercial Chainsaw

Commercial Blowers

• KC510.9 Handheld Blower

• KC500.9 Backpack Blower

• KC501.9 Backpack Blower

• KC520.9 Backpack Blower

These tools benefit most from the increased runtime and sustained power delivery of the 8.0Ah platform.

Replacement & Backup Battery Compatibility

The KA3018 can also be used as a premium upgrade or spare battery for:

Professional Series Kits

• KG160 Grass Trimmer

• KG162 Carbon Fiber Grass Trimmer

• KG164 Multi-Tool System

• KG262 Hedge Trimmer

• KG367 Chainsaw

Many customers upgrade to the KA3018 when they want longer runtime than the included battery provides.

Universal Kress 60V Compatibility

The KA3018 battery is compatible with all Kress 60V Commercial and Professional tools including:

Commercial Edgers

• KC150.9

• KC151.9

Commercial Brush Cutters

• KC170.9

Commercial Hedge Trimmers

• KC200.9

• KC201.9

• KC231.9

• KC240.9

• KC241.9

• KC270.9

Commercial Chainsaws & Pole Saws

• KC300.9

• KC310.9

• KC320.9

• KC330.9

• KC340.9

Commercial Blowers

• KC510.9

• KC500.9

• KC501.9

• KC520.9

Professional Series

• KG160

• KG162

• KG164

• KG262

• KG367

And future Kress 60V platform products.

Advanced Kress Battery Technology

The KA3018 features Kress's most advanced battery management technologies.

SmartLink™

Provides continuous communication between battery, tool, and charger for optimized performance.

Cell Guard™

Protects battery cells from damage caused by vibration, impact, and demanding workloads.

HeatShield™

Helps regulate operating temperatures during high-load applications for improved longevity and reliability.

Together, these systems deliver consistent commercial-grade performance.

Compatible Chargers

The KA3018 can be charged using:

KA3714 60V 5A Charger

Best for:

• Homeowners

• Single battery users

• Light-duty applications

KA3706 60V Dual-Port Charger

Recommended for:

• Commercial landscapers

• Municipal fleets

• Multiple battery setups

• Maximum productivity

The KA3706 is the preferred charger for KA3018 users due to the larger battery capacity.

Technical Specifications

KA3018 vs Other Kress 60V Batteries

What This Means

KA3001

• Lightest battery

• Lowest initial cost

KA3008

• Best balance of runtime and weight

• Most popular battery

KA3018

• Longest runtime available

• Fewer battery changes

• Best choice for chainsaws, backpack blowers, and commercial crews

Why Buy from Automation Hub?

As an authorized Kress dealer, Automation Hub helps customers:

• Choose the proper battery size for their equipment

• Understand Kress tool-only (.9) models

• Build complete battery and charger packages

• Maximize productivity and runtime

*Shop the Kress KA3018 60V 8.0Ah battery. Ideal for KC320.9, KC330.9, KC340.9, KC500.9, KC510.9, and KC520.9 commercial tools requiring maximum runtime and power.