Stihl BGA 160 - 36V 570 CFM Cordless Brushless Blower
The Stihl BGA 160 is a cordless handheld leaf blower delivering up to 570 CFM and 174 MPH. It is powered by a 36V AP battery. (Read full specs)
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Description
The innovative, ergonomic shape of the angled blower tube provides a natural working position, and the easy-to-use cruise control allows users to set the speed and remove their finger from the trigger so they can focus on the job at hand.
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The Stihl BGA 160
The Stihl BGA 160 is a cordless handheld blower that is appropriate for homeowners with a residential property with medium to large lawns, often half an acre to several acres.
It features a maximum air speed of 174 MPH and a maximum air volume rating of 570 cubic feet per minute (CFM). For the user, this translates into a blower that should move leaves effectively across lawn sections and hard surfaces, while also being capable of shifting compacted leaves or light yard debris like twigs.
Featuring a 36V brushless motor, the unit provides cordless operation, allowing you to operate with great mobility. This is a bare tool unit, meaning no battery comes with it. To function, it requires a 36V AP battery. Stihl indicates that, when using the AP 300 S battery, the blower can achieve up to 110 minutes of runtime on one charge.
Users can fine-tune airflow with the variable speed settings of the BGA 160, complemented by intuitive cruise control for effortless use.
Weighing 5.8 lbs, this cordless unit can be guided with one hand to direct airflow where needed. When using a AP 300 S battery, the total weight of the blower reaches around 9.8 lbs.
The Stihl BGA 160 carries an IPX4 rating, meaning it’s protected from splashes of water, useful when working in damp grass or light drizzle.
The Stihl BGA 160's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Stihl BGA 160 compare with handheld leaf blowers of similar voltage (between 36 and 48V).
- The Stihl BGA 160 tips the scales at 5.8 lbs, a weight that's typical for many cordless handheld blowers in the 36 to 48V range. Should weight be a deciding factor, the Black+Decker LSW40C is worth a look at just 2.4 lbs the bare tool.
- Forced air leaving this blower’s nozzle has been clocked at 174 MPH, placing the BGA 160 right in line with the average air speed for battery-operated handheld blowers between 36 and 48V. If you wish to benefit from air expelled at the fastest possible speed, the Makita GBU03ZV and its 487 MPH could be an option to consider.
- The BGA 160 is powerful, with an airflow rating of 570 CFM (cubic feet per minute). This is certainly on the high end compared to other cordless handheld blowers with a comparable voltage. If air volume is important to you, the Ryobi RY40HPLB01K, with 800 CFM, could be in your good books.
- When compared to other cordless handheld units operating within the range of 36V to 48V, the BGA 160 offers standard autonomy, providing up to 110 minutes of runtime with a fully charged battery. If autonomy is an important factor for you, the Stihl BGA 200 can run for up to 535 minutes and could be worth considering.
- Runtime alone doesn’t always tell the full story because it depends heavily on battery capacity. Runtime efficiency can give a clearer picture by showing how much work you get per unit of battery power. At its measured figures, the Stihl BGA 160 provides an average runtime efficiency, similar to many battery-powered handheld blowers. If runtime efficiency matters most to you, you might look at the Stihl BGA 50, which delivers a higher runtime efficiency of 0.8 minutes per Wh.
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Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 36-48V cordless blowers, the Stihl BGA 160 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this blower nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Brushless motor
- Cruise control
- High CFM (570 CFM)
- Decent bare tool weight (5.8 lbs)
- Decent MPH (174 MPH)
- Good autonomy (110 mins)
- Good power efficiency
The Stihl BGA 160 doesn't have any notably low specs.
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Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Handheld |
| Air volume | Up to 570 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 174 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 21 N |
| Motor type | Brushless |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 36V AP |
| Autonomy | 110 mins |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery included | 0 |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Noise rating | 57 dB |
| IPX rating | IPX4 |
| Weight (tool only) | 5.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Other model numbers | BA090115901US |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it. For full technical details on the Stihl BGA 160, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
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 BGA 160 is covered under a warranty for up to 3 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 (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-467-8445.
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