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Stihl BG 86 Spec Sheet

The Stihl BG 86 is a gas-powered handheld leaf blower delivering 444 CFM at 190 MPH. It features a 2-cycle 27.2 cc engine.

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Features and Specifications

Type

Type	Gas-Powered
Handling	Handheld
CFM	Up to 444
MPH	Up to 190
Blowing Force	15 N

Engine

Make	2-MIX
Engine Displacement	27.2 cc
Strokes	2
Fuel/oil Ratio	50:1
Speed Settings	Variable

Features

Cordless	Yes
Fuel Tank	14.9 fl. oz.
Vacuum	No
Mulcher	No

Misc

Weight	9.7 lbs
Noise Rating	70 dB
Tube Length	N/A
Warranty	2 years

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Description

For the toughest landscaping challenges, professionals turn to our most powerful gasoline-powered handheld blower, the STIHL BG 86. It features a fuel-efficient, low-emission gasoline-powered engine, and includes both flat and round nozzle attachments for better job versatility. The blower is also one of our most comfortable to use, with a four-spring anti-vibration system, a soft-grip handle and our ElastoStart™ shock-absorbing starter. (source: Stihl)

Overview of the Stihl BG 86

Power: The Stihl BG 86 is a gas-powered leaf blower. It sports a max air speed of 190 MPH and a max air volume rating of 444 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
Handling: Being handheld, this blower has a good maneuverability and is meant to be easier to carry around over a small period of time. All told, it weighs 9.7 lbs — the Stihl BG 86 is neither the lightest nor the heaviest gas-powered handheld leaf blower on the market.
Engine: This blower is fitted with a 27.2 cc 2-MIX engine. Please be aware that 2-cycle engines like this one require a mixture of gas and oil in order to run.For the Stihl BG 86, this ratio is 50:1.
Speed Settings: Sometimes you just need a little more power, while other times you may want a little more precision when moving leaves and debris. That’s why the BG 86 features variable speed settings for added control.
Noise: With a decibel rating of 70 dB, the BG 86 is neither louder nor quieter than its rivals in the gas-powered handheld category.
Fuel Tank: With a capacity of 14.9 fl. oz., this Stihl blower is average when compared to other gas-powered handheld leaf blowers.

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The Stihl BG 86's performance versus other blowers

The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BG 86 compare with similar leaf blowers.

Forced air exiting this blower has been clocked at a max speed of 190 MPH. This puts the BG 86 ahead of the pack as far as air speed is concerned in gas-powered handheld leaf blowers (the one expelling air at the fastest speed being the Poulan Pro PPBV25 with 230 MPH).
It has a maximum air volume output of 444 CFM (cubic feet per minute). With this output rating, the BG 86 is well within average in relation to similar gas-powered handheld leaf blowers (the biggest expelled air volume belonging to the Troy-Bilt TB2MB JET with 650 CFM).

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The bottom line

STRENGTHS:

High MPH (190 MPH)

AVERAGE SPECS:

Decent Tank (14.9 fl. oz.)
Acceptable Noise (70 dB)
Decent Weight (9.7 lbs)
Decent CFM (444 CFM)

WEAKNESSES:

The Stihl BG 86 doesn't have any notably low specs.

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Where to buy the Stihl BG 86?

According to Stihl's Internet Sales Policy and to the reasons mentioned in their blog, it is not possible or recommended to buy a NEW Stihl product online in the USA. The only way to buy the Stihl BG 86 online is to get it second hand on eBay.

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About Stihl

Stihl AG & Company KG was founded by Andreas Stihl in 1926. The German company specializes in handheld outdoor power equipment. Over the past fifty years, Stihl has opened manufacturing plants in Brazil, the United States, and China. The German company’s sure and steady expansion has made it a leading provider of in the lawn, forestry, and landscape maintenance industries.

Warranty Information

The Stihl BG 86 is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Stihl blowers, please consult Stihl's warranty policies. Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-467-8445.